“With the enormous shades of life
Her skin has been tinted with cerise
Now she has wandered out to strive
For the counted days of her wounded life”
Often it is understood that black and white takes the vibrance out of things. How boring it would be to live in a monochromatic world ? How dull would be life without colours….
This is a picture of an indian woman wearing mehendi(henna) on her hands. Henna leaves a deep , rich maroon colour on the hands. Applying mehendi has been of cultural importance and is a part of Indian tradition. Mehendi , symbolically means beautification , growth, vibrance and fertility. It is a symbol of happiness and new beginnings.
This black and white photo in fact, adds more depth to this concept.
Now she has wandered out to strive
For the counted days of her wounded life
This colourless photograph highlights the journey of these women, their struggles, their strength, their wisdom and their beauty.
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