"Outside the Apartment at Night" is a striking charcoal depiction capturing the nocturnal vista from my apartment. Beyond being a technical exercise to hone my charcoal rendering skills, this artwork serves as a platform to articulate the anxieties associated with venturing out alone after dark. Safety, a paramount concern in urban settings where crime lurks, becomes even more pronounced for someone like me—a transgender male navigating the world. The tranquil scene portrayed contrasts sharply with the underlying dialogue it sparks regarding safety, particularly for the LGBTQ+ community, and our shared experiences of nocturnal vulnerability.
"Outside the Apartment at Night" was created in the Fall of 2023 in Drawing Studio
Materials Used: Charcoal
24in x 18in