A person with dark skin is captured in a portrait-style shot, facing the viewer with a broad, joyful smile that reveals their teeth. Their face is strikingly adorned with white paint, applied in distinct patterns across their forehead, cheeks, and around their eyes. They have short, dark, curly hair. The person is holding a large, ornate feather fan, made of light-colored, fluffy feathers, in their left hand. The fan features a golden, intricately textured handle. A gold ring is visible on a finger of this hand. In their right hand, they hold a white quilted handbag with a gold chain strap and a matching gold tassel. A portion of a red garment is visible on the right side of the frame, suggesting it is worn by the subject. The background is an indoor setting, with a plain brown wall visible on the left. The lighting is warm and somewhat dim, indicative of an indoor environment or evening hours. The person's expressive smile and the unique facial markings suggest they are participating in a cultural event, celebration, performance, or engaging in artistic self-expression. Given the location context of Obosi, Nigeria, these elements likely hold cultural significance. No text is visible in the image.

Traditional white face painting ceremony

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Nasky Gee

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Mon, Apr 20, 2026, 12:45 PM

Obosi, Nigeria

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