In this portrait-oriented study, Goggin explores the verticality of Hong Kong’s historic streets. The composition pulls the eye upward through a dense thicket of signage and narrow facades, mimicking the claustrophobic yet vibrant atmosphere of a city built on top of itself. The palette and linework suggest a weathered history, favoring the grit and character of a bygone era over modern polish.

The artist focuses on the intersection of human activity and the built environment, where every balcony and neon board tells a story of density. By utilizing a portrait format, Goggin emphasizes the soaring ambition of the architecture, forcing a perspective that feels both intimate and monumental. The work serves as a tactile record of urban evolution, grounded in the specific textures of a vintage metropolis.