This evocative artwork, rendered in pen and watercolour, captures a moment heavy with social contrast and quiet introspection. The composition centers on a woman in a traditional sari, walking past a side mirror of a car, which reflects the face of a man—likely seated inside the vehicle. Above them looms a stark railway bridge, a symbol of movement and transition, cutting across the space with cold geometry. The background appears as a dense urban environment, possibly an informal settlement, with overlapping textures and shades of grey-brown ink.

"Two lives, inches apart – worlds away."

This quote poignantly encapsulates the essence of the scene. Though the woman and the man in the reflection are physically close—just separated by a car window and a few inches of space—they represent two vastly different worlds. She walks with purpose, perhaps under the weight of daily survival, while he sits enclosed in the comfort and detachment of a vehicle. The class divide, gendered experiences, or even emotional distances are suggested here through the clever use of reflective juxtaposition. The bridge above further reinforces the idea of separation— suggesting a crossing that is visible, but not always accessible.

Academic or Literary Environments

• A university hallway, library, or writer’s studio where themes of identity, sociology, or urban studies are explored.

Reception or Waiting Areas

• In non-profit offices, cultural centers, or humanitarian spaces—where the artwork invites reflection rather than decoration.