The New Yorker
236 2022 DROOKER SUNSET CATCH 567770
In this illustration, Eric Drooker seems to capture a suspended moment in time. The Hell Gate Bridge, with its imposing steel arch, stands as a symbol of connection between the Queens neighborhood of Astoria and Randall’s Island, while the silhouettes of a father and his son, modest fishermen at dusk, bring a touch of serenity to the scene.
The contrast is striking: in the background, skyscrapers represent the frenzy of New York, the city that never sleeps. In the foreground, the calm water and the golden light of the setting sun transform this scene into a haven of peace—a moment of contemplation far from the urban hustle and bustle.
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