The Drawing Board: Transition - out of the shadows

"in this series Transitions, i'm trying to capture moments and expressions. 

Revealing the raw emotions, fears, hopes and beliefs of individuals before the mask is replaced

this picture below, 'Out of the Shadows' I'm trying to convey that moment of hesitation, just before someone steps into the light. the transition from the shadows into the light. the girls held the weight of the world on her sholders, yet she is lifting her head up. although meek and mild, she has a will of stone, strength, dignity, self respect emerging. her lips help tight, determined, fighting her fear. her eyes are sad, yet wide, taking in the old surrounding, in a new light. she is a passive fighter. a new surivior. she is coming out of the shadows. 

"leant against the wall, i watched the world pass me by"