The Handshake

This powerful work examines the duplicitous nature of certain social and economic interactions, particularly the ways in which those in positions of power exploit the trust and vulnerability of the less fortunate. The handshake, traditionally a symbol of agreement and mutual respect, becomes a vehicle for exploring manipulation and betrayal.

The combination of lithography's stark, graphic quality with watercolor's fluid transparency creates a visual tension that mirrors the contrast between appearance and reality. The piece serves as a commentary on systemic inequality and the predatory practices that perpetuate cycles of disadvantage for society's most vulnerable members.