The person's facial expression is neutral to serious, without a smile. The background is blurred and in a uniform shade of gray, so that the focus is on the face. Yes, it is unclear whether the person depicted is a woman or a man. The facial features and expression are relatively neutral and can be interpreted as both female and male. The hairstyle and soft facial features could fit both a young man and a woman. There are no clear characteristics that clearly determine the gender of the person.