Zachary Scott, Photographer, Sydney

Description

This indoor still life features two bronze hand sculptures among an arrangement of botanicals, fruits, and books set against a floral patterned background. One hand sculpture is open and holds white disc-shaped objects and raspberries, while the other reaches toward a jar of cannabis gummies, accented by loose raspberries. The objects rest on a stack of red books, partially covered by a red velvet cloth. A brass cobra figure is seen standing at the bottom right. Dominant colors include shades of red, pink, green, and bronze, with a chiaroscuro lighting effect. The overall mood of the composition is rich, artistic, and subtly provocative.