Soulful Strings: A Cultural Portrait

Portrait of a Middle Eastern male musician, mid-30s, with olive skin and deep-set, soulful brown eyes. Thick, wavy black hair frames his face, styled with a subtle fade on the sides. Strong, defined jawline and prominent cheekbones. He sports a well-groomed short beard. Intense, passionate expression as he plays an oud, fingers deftly plucking the strings. Ornate henna designs adorn his hands. Dressed in a richly embroidered navy blue kaftan with gold accents. Soft, warm lighting from the left casts a golden glow on his face, creating dramatic shadows. Background features intricate Islamic geometric patterns in muted tones. Composition: close-up, slightly angled view, emphasizing the musician's expressive face and hands on the instrument. Mood: intimate, mesmerizing, culturally rich. Style: hyper-realistic digital painting with influences from classical Middle Eastern portraiture. Technical: shot with a 85mm lens, f/2.8 aperture, shallow depth of field focusing on the eyes and hands. 8K resolution, ultra-detailed textures.