Contest entry : B&W art contest week #220
- Art contest : LINK
Hello steemians !
In this striking black-and-white portrait, strength and vulnerability intertwine. A pregnant woman, proud and defiant, stands with an air of quiet determination. Her gaze, unwavering, speaks of resilience. Dressed in a vintage checkered suit and a newsboy cap, her style evokes the gritty, uncompromising world of Peaky Blinders, where survival demands both courage and cunning.
She cradles her unborn child with one arm while gripping a worn wooden weapon in the other—an unspoken vow to protect the life growing within her. The contrast of textures—soft skin against coarse fabric, smooth flesh against rough wood—mirrors the duality of motherhood: tenderness and ferocity, love and battle.
The use of dramatic lighting enhances the intensity of the scene, sculpting shadows that highlight her form and deepen the storytelling. The monochrome palette strips away distractions, leaving only raw emotion and timeless strength.
This is not just a portrait of a woman; it is an anthem to all mothers who fight, endure, and protect. She is a warrior, a guardian, and a symbol of unyielding love. In her, past and future collide—history’s survivor, tomorrow’s protector.
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|Gear: Iphone 12 pro, Nikon D700, Nikon Z6 III|
Good portrait and a model with character :) :)
Thank you @josertalaverag :)