Photographed in Lefki, Kozani, this image is part of the Caryatis series.
The subject is seated centrally within a confined interior space.
She wears the traditional rural costume of the Kozani region, defined by dark tonal values and structured layering.
The composition is built around enclosure and framing.
Wooden surfaces surround the subject on three sides, creating a contained spatial structure.
The figure is positioned within this frame, reinforcing the central axis.
Light enters from the left side, striking the wall behind the subject and partially illuminating the face.
This creates a high contrast between illuminated surfaces and deep shadow.
The surrounding textures — worn wood, rough walls, and scattered objects — remain secondary, supporting the structure of the image.
The tonal balance is concentrated, with emphasis on contrast and material.
The image focuses on isolation, structure, and presence.
Part of the Caryatis series, a long-term body of work exploring traditional female costumes across Greece through staged portraiture.
Museum-quality black and white photography print by George Tatakis, produced on Hahnemühle Baryta Photo Rag 315gsm using archival pigment inks. Open edition, with signed and framed options. Each print is house-stamped on the reverse.
