Boy Sewing

Thread by thread, a childhood sold,
In silence stitched, the story’s told.
A burden far beyond his years,
Each seam is lined with unseen tears.

This mixed media work on envelope combines sketch-like ink lines with soft colour washes to convey a powerful social message. The compact format intensifies the emotional impact, capturing the harsh reality of child labor. The subject is rendered with restraint and dignity, elevating the narrative without sensationalism. It falls within the genre of socio-political art, using minimalist technique to provoke reflection on systemic injustice.