A haunting glimpse of poverty through the polished glass of capitalism. The hunger watches luxury, and survival until the end. Set in an urban night scene, this illustration explores the quiet tension between comfort and scarcity. Many messages about food inequality previously relied on straightforward photos or data, which often failed to create an emotional pause for viewers. Breaking that limitation required a more symbolic, story driven approach.
The goal centered on delivering a single, impactful moment: a full meal inside and a longing gaze outside, divided only by a pane of glass. Bold gradients, dramatic lighting, and a clear visual path guide the eye from the untouched food to the man’s expression. Through this contrast, the piece communicates inequality instantly and wordlessly, meeting its objective to spark awareness through a simple, striking scene.
The goal centered on delivering a single, impactful moment: a full meal inside and a longing gaze outside, divided only by a pane of glass. Bold gradients, dramatic lighting, and a clear visual path guide the eye from the untouched food to the man’s expression. Through this contrast, the piece communicates inequality instantly and wordlessly, meeting its objective to spark awareness through a simple, striking scene.
