Urban Serendipity: A Londoner's Commuter Journey

While you easily could argue that my downtown London photo perfectly captures the essence of "Urban Solitude," my project is transitioning towards "Urban Serendipity." Upon reflection and discussion with fellow photography enthusiasts last night, I've realized that my images go beyond depicting mere loneliness; they showcase unexpected encounters with people immersed in an urban environment. In this particular image, I captured a woman lost in thought, bathed in bright sunlight while surrounded by shadows as she travels on a bus to an unknown destination. The only clue to her journey is that she'll pass through Finsbury Park. I'm uncertain whether she's lonely; perhaps she's returning home to her awaiting family or heading to a gathering with friends, though judging from her expression, the latter seems less likely. Nonetheless, it's a serendipitous encounter, not necessarily depicting loneliness. - London, UK