Retired Tea Taster Trabzon Portrait

Bright midday light floods a close-up of a retired tea taster in Trabzon, casting sharp shadows across weathered skin. Yellow-brown tannin stains mark the upper teeth, visible as the subject gazes forward with intense stillness. Green leaves skitter across the blurred background, caught in sudden gusts that blur the motion. The subject wears a simple, light-colored shirt that blends with the harsh sunlight. Deep lines frame the eyes, reflecting decades of tasting. The background hints at a wooden structure, typical of the region, while the foreground remains crisp and focused on the face. A stray leaf rests on the shoulder, anchoring the moment in late spring.