Ben Johnston, Illustrator, New York

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This vertical high-angle photograph captures a large mural painted on the exterior wall of a building. The mural features bold, three-dimensional typography spelling the word RISE in shades of blue and white, creating a strong optical illusion. A lone individual stands on the rooftop above the mural, providing a sense of scale against the urban environment. The surrounding architecture includes concrete balconies and a paved street level with greenery. Natural daylight illuminates the scene, casting crisp shadows across the mural's block letters.