Viviane Sassen, Photographer, London

Description

Two black-and-white portraits of the same woman are presented against an off-white backdrop. Both images depict the woman wearing a head covering that frames her face. In the upper portrait, only one eye is visible, shadowed by the draped cloth. The composition focuses on the interplay of light and shadow, accentuating the texture of the fabric. The lower portrait shows the woman with her eyes closed or downcast, her face softly illuminated by the light filtering through the draped covering. Brushstroke textures are visible throughout the background and on the head covering, adding an artistic element to the portraits. The overall mood is contemplative and serene.