a hyper- realistic close- up portrait of a Medusa- inspired woman with snake hair and skin covered in intricate, diamond- patterned scales, like those of a real snake. Her skin should have a greenish hue, with each scale meticulously detailed and reflecting light in a way that gives her an almost metallic sheen. Her eyes are a fiery orange, filled with intensity and mystery, contrasting with the cool tones of her reptilian skin. The snakes in her hair should be rendered with the same scaly texture, each serpent’s scales catching the light and showing a similar pattern to her skin, as if they are extensions of herself. The overall composition should give the impression of a living armor, with the scaly texture continuing across her neck, shoulders, and chest, blending seamlessly into her skin. The background should be kept neutral, allowing the complex textures and intricate details of her scales and the snakes to stand out. Aim for a photorealistic effect that captures the interplay of light on her scales, the depth of her gaze, and the tactile quality of her snake hair, blending fantasy and hyper- realism in a striking way. Lips slightly parted with a look of surprise, as if reacting to something unexpected, her gaze intense.
