In the choreography of a stormy Hong Kong sky, two classical dancers are captured mid-pose in a traditional ballet stance. They are accompanied by the sound of a violin. A warm, golden light sets a calm and cheerful mood, inviting the viewer into a moment of relaxation.

In the background, you can see Hong Kong Island, with the Central Plaza standing tall right behind the dancers, and Causeway Bay visible down on the left.

Central Plaza is an iconic 374-meter, 78-story skyscraper in Wanchai, Completed in 1992, it was the city’s tallest until 2010. This mixed-use building features a distinctive tapering spire and remains a key part of the Hong Kong skyline.

Hong Kong is a place I have visited a few times during my years in China, and I remember it with a quiet sense of nostalgia. I had a wonderful time there.

I came up with this scene around the same time as “Gladiators”, but I held off on painting it. It felt complicated, and other ideas were more tempting. Honestly, I might’ve just been stalling.

I’m already working on my next piece, though I won’t say much about it just yet; it carries deep personal meaning. I’ve carefully chosen the light and colors to evoke a strong sense of nostalgia, as that’s what I feel about the period of my life I’m trying to convey in this single scene.