Decadence and Despair 

"Decadence and Despair," by Sarah Joncas, presents a haunting depiction of a young woman amidst a desolate cityscape and a looming ship. The woman’s somber expression and the wind-swept hair create a sense of vulnerability and despair. The industrial backdrop, with its smokestacks spewing black smoke, suggests a polluted environment and a world in decline. This piece, executed in a realistic style, explores themes of environmental degradation, societal decay, and the resilience of the human spirit.