София

In this evocative black-and-white portrait, the subject’s direct stare pierces through the darkness, her expression poised between vulnerability and strength. Deliberate shadows play across her face, accentuating the contours and adding depth to the composition. The minimal lighting draws focus to her eyes and lips, creating a quiet intensity. The image, titled "София," captures a moment suspended in time—haunting, contemplative, and deeply human. Photographer Aleksandr Gubel masterfully uses contrast and framing to convey emotion without words.