Business and project management concept, getting ready to go to work, portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh holding a handbag standing straight looking at the camera with gestures of self-confidence, elegance and interest in appearance, full body, beige background
Elegance and attention to appearance, going to work actively, portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh holding a handbag walking somewhere looking at the camera with gestures of self-confidence, concept of business and projects, full body, beige background
The concept of handsomeness and masculinity, taking selfies for official documents, elegance and interest in appearance, close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe standing with crossed arms looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, pink background
Aging and prestige, looking at something, portrait of an elderly Arab Gulf Saudi man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh, concern for elegance and appearance, standing straight and firm, concept of Arab masculinity, beige background
Taking care and attention to the external appearance, the concept of elegance and masculinity, taking personal photos for official documents, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, traditional Saudi fashion.
Masculinity, strength and self-confidence, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and joy, placing his hand on his waist, the concept of interest in external appearance, gray background
The concept of achievement, challenge and goal attainment, self-confidence and feeling of strength, portrait from the back of a young Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional thobe and shemagh looking at the camera raising his hands high with gestures of encouragement and enthusiasm, gray background
Taking selfies for official documents, standing straight with arms crossed, attention to elegance and appearance, concept of masculinity and self-confidence, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress looking at the camera with an expression of pleasure, gray background
Expressions of happiness at seeing someone, the concept of business and project management, peace and a warm welcome, a portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf businessman wearing a traditional thobe, holding a brown leather bag in his hand, looking at the camera, full body portrait, black background
Gestures of seriousness and self-confidence, concept of elegance and masculinity, taking selfies for official documents, close-up portrait of a young Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe looking at the camera, taking care and attention to one's appearance, gray background
Reading from a blank white paper, business and project management concept, getting ready to go to work, portrait of a veiled Saudi Arabian Gulf woman wearing a colorful abaya and holding a black leather bag, elegance and interest in appearance, gray background
Masculinity, strength and self-confidence, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and joy, placing his hand on his waist, the concept of interest in external appearance, gray background
Looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure, interest in elegance and appearance, concept of masculinity and self-confidence, taking personal photos for official documents, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress standing straight with hands crossed, gray background
Threatening something, looking at camera with angry gestures, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh pointing index finger forward in opposite direction, threat, confrontation, competition, gray background
Traditional Saudi fashion, the concept of elegance and masculinity, taking personal photos for official documents, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, taking care and attention to his external appearance.
The concept of elegance and attention to external appearance, wearing traditional folk costumes, a close-up portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional shemagh and bisht, looking at the camera with expressions of masculinity and strength, gestures of seriousness and self-confidence, a white background.
Concern for elegance and external appearance, thinking and planning to solve a problem, contemplation and focus to make decisions, the concept of confusion and hesitation, a Saudi Arabian Gulf young man sitting on the bed wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe looking at something with gestures of contemplation and absent-mindedness
Taking selfies for official documents, the concept of handsomeness and masculinity, elegance and interest in appearance, close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, gray background
The concept of elegance and monotony among men, interest in external appearance, a close-up photo of a young Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional dress, standing upright with his hands touching and looking at the camera with gestures of seriousness, old traditional Saudi fashion, expressions of masculinity and strength.
Looking at the camera with gestures of self-confidence, a personal photo for official documents, the concept of caring for external appearance, masculinity and elegance, a portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional thobe, standing straight with crossed hands, full body portrait, black background
Meditation and looking at something, gestures of thought and absent-mindedness, the concept of elegance and masculinity, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, standing straight and looking upward, taking care and attention to his external appearance, a white background
The concept of elegance and masculinity, taking personal photos for official documents, taking care and attention to the external appearance, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and self-confidence, white background
Integrating technology with business, using modern technical devices to accomplish tasks, portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh holding a mobile phone and a handbag looking at something, scheduling business meetings via mobile, full body, beige background
Integrating technology with business, using modern technical devices to accomplish tasks, side portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh holding a mobile phone and handbag, scheduling business meetings via mobile, full body, beige background
Portrait from behind of a Saudi Arabian Gulf boy wearing a traditional thobe, standing straight and looking at the camera with happy gestures, taking personal photos for official documents, elegance and attention to external appearance, full-length body photo, gray background, sensitive content, sensitive use
Warmly welcoming and receiving, close-up portrait of an Emirati Gulf Arab man wearing a ghutra and kandura, opening his hands and looking at the camera with expressions of happiness, movements and gestures of astonishment and pleasure at seeing someone, white background
Elegance and interest in appearance, the concept of handsomeness and masculinity, taking personal photos for official documents, close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, pink background
A Saudi national local product, attention to external appearance, a portrait of a Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional bisht and shemagh, holding a bottle of juice in his hands, looking at the camera with serious and firm gestures, cold drinks and juices, white background.
Looking at something with serious gestures, age and dignity, close-up side portrait of an elderly Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh, concern for elegance and appearance, standing straight and steady, concept of Arab masculinity, full-length body, beige background
Concern about appearance, concept of masculinity and elegance, close-up portrait of an Arab Gulf Emirati man wearing a kandura and ghutra standing with crossed arms looking at the camera, gestures and expressions of self-confidence, green background, chroma key
The concept of masculinity and elegance, standing upright with coherent hand movements, paying attention to external appearance, a portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing traditional clothing looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and amazement, full-length body portrait, gray background.
Using modern technology devices, the concept of elegance and masculinity, a close-up image of a Saudi Arabian Gulf businessman wearing a ghutra and a kandura standing on a glass window holding a mobile phone in his hand, browsing social media via mobile
Focus and contemplation to solve problems, the concept of hesitation and confusion, planning and thinking to make decisions, elegance and attention to external appearance, a portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at something, gestures of seriousness and firmness, a white background
Elegance and interest in appearance, taking personal photos for official documents, the concept of masculinity and self-confidence, close-up portrait of an Arab Gulf Emirati man wearing a kandura and a ghutra looking at the camera with an expression of firmness and seriousness, standing ready and straight, white background
Focus and contemplation to make decisions, the concept of hesitation and confusion, planning and thinking to solve a problem, elegance and attention to external appearance, a portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at something, white background
Business development and economic projects, Saudi Arabian Gulf businessman wearing traditional keffiyeh and thobe standing with crossed hands in expression of confidence, stock market follow-up and financial investment, 2030 future vision, 3D hologram financial stock exchange statistical chart background
The concept of masculinity and self-confidence, concern for elegance and external appearance, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional thobe, looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and joy, white background
Self-confidence and feeling of strength, portrait from behind of a young Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh raising index finger pointing at something looking at the camera, concept of masculinity and elegance, concern for outward appearance, gray background
Blank billboard, white mockup, portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh holding a white board, standing straight with self-confident gestures, full body image, gray background
Standing upright and self-confident, paying attention to external appearance, a portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional dress and a shemagh and looking at the camera seriously, the concept of elegance and masculinity, a full-body portrait, gray background
The concept of prestige and masculinity, elegance and interest in external appearance, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional folk costume looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, black background
The concept of masculinity and elegance, interest in elegance and external appearance, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional thobe, looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and joy, white background
Concern for elegance and appearance, concept of masculinity and self-confidence, taking selfies for official documents, standing straight with hands crossed, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress looking at the camera, gestures of pleasure, gray background
The concept of handsomeness and masculinity, elegance and attention to external appearance, taking personal photos for official documents, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional thobe, standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, black background
Standing with crossed hands and looking at the camera happily, the concept of elegance, masculinity, and concern for external appearance, a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing traditional clothing standing at his workplace with gestures of pride and self-confidence.
Standing with crossed hands with an expression of self-confidence, portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf boy wearing a traditional dress looking at the camera with happy gestures, taking personal photos for official documents, elegance and attention to external appearance, full-length body photo, gray background, sensitive use, sensitive content
The concept of elegance and attention to external appearance, wearing traditional folk costumes, a close-up portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional shemagh and bisht, looking at the camera with expressions of masculinity and strength, gestures of seriousness and self-confidence, a white background.
Gestures of confidence and self-esteem, concern for appearance, portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional Saudi keffiyeh and thobe looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure, concept of elegance and masculinity, standing with clasped hands, gray background
Standing with crossed hand movements, the concept of masculinity and elegance, a portrait of a handsome, smiling Gulf Arab Saudi man wearing a traditional dress, looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and self-confidence, interest in external appearance, full-length body image, gray background
Elegance and interest in appearance, taking personal photos for official documents, the concept of masculinity and self-confidence, close-up portrait of an Arab Gulf Emirati man wearing a kandura and a ghutra looking at the camera with an expression of firmness and seriousness, standing ready and straight, white background
The concept of elegance and elegance, attention to external appearance, a portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a thobe and standing with gestures of self-confidence, full-length body, white background
Paying attention to elegance and external appearance, going to work actively, feeling happy about achieving the company’s goals, side portrait of a smiling Arab Saudi Gulf businessman wearing a shemagh and traditional thobe, carrying a handbag, full body portrait, white background
The concept of handsomeness and masculinity, elegance and attention to external appearance, taking personal photos for official documents, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional thobe, standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, black background
Standing straight and looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure, portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing casual clothes and holding a small agricultural basin in his hand, love and care for plants, caring for home seedlings, full-length body portrait, gray background
The concept of elegance and masculinity, attention to external appearance, a portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional dress and shemagh, standing with crossed hands and looking at the camera with gestures of confidence and self-esteem, full-length body portrait, gray background
Elegance and interest in appearance, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional folk costume looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, the concept of prestige and masculinity, black background
Taking selfies for official documents, elegance and interest in appearance, looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure, concept of masculinity and self-confidence, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress standing straight with crossed hands, gray background
The concept of masculinity and elegance, concern for external appearance, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at something with gestures of pleasure and joy, green background
Saudi administrative professions and jobs, clarification of work tasks and company strategies, the concept of elegance and attention to external appearance, a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf businessman wearing the traditional dress and shemagh looking at the camera, standing straight with his hands crossed.
Standing straight and looking at the camera with an expression of self-confidence, the concept of elegance and interest in external appearance, a portrait of an Arab Gulf Emirati man wearing a white Emirati kandura and ghutra, standing with gestures of manhood, white background
Using modern technology to accomplish tasks, portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh holding a mobile phone and handbag, scheduling business meetings via mobile, integrating technology with business, full body, beige background
Gestures of pleasure and self-confidence, the concept of elegance and masculinity, taking personal photos for official documents, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, standing straight and looking at the camera, taking care and attention to his external appearance, a white background
Aging, dignity and prestige, looking at the camera with serious and firm gestures, the concept of Arab masculinity, portrait of an elderly Arab Gulf Emirati man wearing a kandura standing straight with expressions of self-confidence, elegance and interest in outward appearance, white background
Reading from a blank white paper, business and project management concept, getting ready to go to work, portrait of a veiled Saudi Arabian Gulf woman wearing a colorful abaya and holding a black leather bag, elegance and interest in appearance, gray background
The concept of self-confidence and masculinity, interest in elegance and external appearance, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and a traditional thobe, holding prescription glasses with gestures of concentration, contemplation and scrutiny of a subject, a feeling of joy and pleasure, gray background
Concern with external appearance and elegance, the concept of masculinity and important figures, a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing traditional clothing looking at the camera with gestures of pride and self-confidence, standing happily in the workplace
Taking personal photos for official documents, the concept of handsomeness and masculinity, elegance and attention to external appearance, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional thobe, standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, black background
Gestures of confidence and self-esteem, attention to external appearance, a portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional Saudi dress, looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure, the concept of elegance and masculinity, standing upright and disciplined, a full-body portrait, white background.
Elegance and interest in appearance, concept of masculinity and self-confidence, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress looking at the camera with gestures of happiness and pleasure, white background
Wearing traditional folk costumes, the concept of elegance and attention to external appearance, a close-up portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional shemagh and bisht, looking at the camera with expressions of masculinity and strength, gestures of seriousness and self-confidence, a white background.
The concept of concern for appearance, masculinity, strength and self-confidence, close-up portrait from the back of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe, black background
The concept of elegance and masculinity, taking personal photos for official documents, a close-up portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at the camera with expressions of seriousness and self-confidence, taking care and attention to his external appearance, white background.
Elegance and interest in appearance, concept of masculinity and self-confidence, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress looking at the camera with gestures of happiness and pleasure, white background
The concept of seriousness and firmness, contemplation and concentration to solve problems, planning and thinking to make decisions, elegance and attention to external appearance, a portrait of a young Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at something, white background
The concept of masculinity, strength and self-confidence, a close-up portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and a Saudi thobe, looking at the camera with gestures of seriousness and firmness, standing with his hands folded, attention to elegance and external appearance, gray background, sensitive content, sensitive use
Taking care and attention to external appearance, the concept of elegance and masculinity, taking personal photos for official documents, a close-up portrait of a smiling, bald Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing a traditional dress, standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, white background
The concept of elegance and masculinity, a close-up of a Saudi Arabian Gulf businessman wearing a ghutra and kandura, wearing sunglasses, standing straight and looking at the camera with gestures of self-confidence, taking care and attention to one's appearance, taking personal photos for official documents
The concept of prestige and masculinity, elegance and interest in external appearance, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional folk costume looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, black background
A personal photo for official documents, a close-up photo of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a bisht and headband and looking at the camera with gestures of self-confidence, the concept of masculinity, elegance and elegance, concern for external appearance, white background.
The concept of elegance and attention to external appearance, wearing traditional folk costumes, a close-up portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional ghutra and bisht, looking at the camera with expressions of masculinity and strength, gestures of seriousness and self-confidence, a white background.
The concept of masculinity and interest in appearance, a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional dress and a shemagh standing with his hands folded in the workplace, looking at the camera with gestures of self-confidence, engineering and architectural art of companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Elegance and attention to appearance, standing ready and straight, concept and self-confidence, taking personal photos for official documents, portrait of an Arab Gulf Omani child wearing a dishdasha and a sleeve looking at the camera with expressions of happiness and pleasure, full body photo, gray background
Standing straight and looking at the camera with gestures of joy and pleasure, expressions of joy and happiness, the concept of elegance and masculinity, concern for external appearance, a portrait of an Arab Gulf Emirati man wearing a kandora and a white ghutra, standing with his hands clasped, white background.
The concept of masculinity and elegance, paying attention to external appearance and representing important figures, a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing traditional clothing looking at the camera with gestures of pride and self-confidence, standing happily in the workplace
Gestures of pride and self-confidence, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing the traditional thawb and shemagh standing straight, looking at the camera, a prominent Saudi figure, the concept of elegance and interest in external a
The concept of elegance and masculinity, a close-up of a smiling young Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe looking at the camera with gestures of happiness and pleasure, taking care of one's outward appearance
Manliness, elegance and interest in appearance, close-up of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh looking up with cheerful expressions, focusing on something with gestures of pleasure and happiness, concept of contemplation and planning for the future
Standing with crossed arms, taking selfies for official documents, elegance and attention to appearance, concept of handsomeness and masculinity, close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, pink background
Timer, concept of masculinity and self-confidence, portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe holding a small watch looking at the camera with an expression of pleasure, standing straight and steady, full body image, gray background
The concept of masculinity and prestige, interest in elegance and external appearance, a close-up photo of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at the camera with gestures of self-confidence.
Gestures of pleasure and self-confidence, the concept of elegance and masculinity, taking personal photos for official documents, a portrait of a young Arab Gulf Omani man wearing a dishdasha and a turban, standing straight, looking at the camera with a smile, taking care and attention to one’s external appearance, white background.
The concept of handsomeness and masculinity, elegance and interest in external appearance, close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a white ghutra and traditional thobe standing with crossed hands expressions, standing straight and looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and self-confidence, black background
Self-confidence and feeling of strength, concept of masculinity and elegance, standing straight and disciplined, interest in appearance, portrait of a young Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe, putting his hands on his side and looking at the camera with serious gestures, full-length body image, gray background
Strength and self-confidence, a back view of a young Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional thobe and shemagh standing straight looking at something, the concept of elegance and interest in one's outward appearance
Standing up straight and confident, the concept of manhood and concern for one's appearance, a close-up of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress looking at the camera with a happy expression and holding a glass of juice in his hand
The concept of masculinity, elegance and elegance, attention to external appearance, a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a thobe with a shemagh, holding a Ramadan lantern in his hands and looking at the camera with gestures of self-confidence and pleasure, elegant Saudi fashion, blue background
The concept of prestige and masculinity, elegance and interest in external appearance, close-up portrait of a Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional folk costume looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, black background
Planning and thinking to solve a problem, the concept of hesitation and confusion, elegance and attention to external appearance, a portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab young man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, standing with crossed hand movements looking at something with gestures of concentration to make decisions, white background
Taking a personal photo for official documents, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab boy wearing a traditional dress and looking at the camera with an expression of pleasure, standing upright and self-confident, the concept of taking care of his external appearance, gray background
Elegance and interest in appearance, the concept of handsomeness and masculinity, close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing glasses, a traditional shemagh and thobe, standing with crossed hands in gestures of self-confidence, gray background
Taking personal photos for official documents, the concept of handsomeness and masculinity, elegance and attention to external appearance, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional thobe, standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, black background
Concern for appearance, elegance and masculinity, close-up of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing traditional thobe and shemagh looking up with cheerful expressions, concept of contemplation and planning for the future, focusing on something with gestures of happiness and pleasure
The concept of handsomeness and masculinity, taking selfies for official documents, elegance and interest in appearance, close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Arabian Gulf man wearing a traditional shemagh and thobe standing with crossed hands looking at the camera with expressions of pleasure and self-confidence, gray background
A prominent Saudi personality, looking at the camera with crossed hand gestures, confidence and self-esteem, the concept of caring for external appearance and elegance, a portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a traditional thobe and shemagh, b
Saudi Arabian fashion and clothing, attention to external appearance and elegance, expressions of masculinity and strength, looking at the camera with gestures of pleasure and self-confidence, a close-up portrait of a smiling Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing the traditional white thobe and shemagh, standing with crossed hands, gray background
Elegance and attention to external appearance, personal photos for official documents, the concept of masculinity and self-confidence, a close-up portrait of a Saudi Gulf Arab man wearing a shemagh and traditional dress, looking at the camera with an expression of pleasure, gray background