love at first sight

Based on a photograph taken of me and my sister on the day I was born, this drawing depicts our first moment together. Illustrating a portrait in pencil transforms a picture taken in one “click” into an intimate viewing of texture and contrast to appreciate the full significance of the moment. Brought into focus by the subjects’ surrounding negative space and imaginary and actual leading lines, me and my sister’s connection is displayed by her gentle touch on my forehead