A bleached human skull commands attention against a jet black backdrop, creating a stark contrast. The intricate details, captured in macro, reveal sharp cheekbones and teeth, emphasizing the fragility of life and the passage of time. Stylized in the manner of renowned artist Irving Penn, this fine-art photograph exudes a sense of somber contemplation. The image, shot on film using a Bronica SQ-A, evokes a photorealistic quality, reminiscent of the haunting and introspective works of Steven James Petruccio.