In this portrait, the subject, known as Good Bear Medicine, sits as a steadfast spiritual guide rooted in the Shipibo healing tradition. Trained in ancient plant medicine practices, he embodies wisdom and connection to the natural world. The bear skull at his side echoes his essence, symbolizing strength, introspection, and life's cycle. Captured on black glass, chemical imperfections add raw authenticity, mirroring spiritual depths. Dramatic light and his gaze evoke a timeless vigil, blending earthly heritage with transcendent guidance. A reflection on inner harmony and ancestral ties.