A close-up vertical photograph taken in Recife, Brazil, depicts a female human subject and a small dog

A close-up vertical photograph taken in Recife, Brazil, depicts a female human subject and a small dog. The upper left portion of the frame shows the right side of the female's face, featuring a dark eye, prominent nose, and a subtle smile directed at the viewer. Her skin is of medium tone, and a portion of her bare shoulder is visible on the right. Below her face, occupying the lower half of the image, is a small, long-haired dog, likely a Shih Tzu, characterized by light cream-colored fur on its head and body, and darker grey-brown fur around its muzzle and ears. The dog's eyes are mostly obscured by fur, but its dark, wet nose is clearly visible. It appears to be resting or sleeping. Both subjects are positioned against a bright orange-red, textured fabric surface, consistent with a blanket or cushion. The image captures an intimate interaction between the human and the dog.