ALJC95- Crossing between the worlds beneath Machhapuchhre

“Crossing Between Worlds” captures a quiet, powerful moment high in the Machhapuchhre Himalayas. A narrow suspension bridge stretches between two cliffs, hanging above a deep canyon where a bright stream makes its way through the rocks below. In the distance, golden light spills across snow-capped Machhapuchhre peaks as the day begins, casting everything in a warm, glowing calm.

A small group of people cross the bridge; maybe porters, maybe villagers who are each carrying their load with steady steps. There’s no rush, just purpose. It feels like they’ve done this a hundred times before. It’s not just a bridge they’re crossing, but a way of life, one that’s shaped by the land, by the mountains, and by the strength to keep going.

Everything in this scene feels alive: the breeze, the light, the travelers, the stream, and even the silence. The cliffs are steep, but they hold stories. The river below sings its way through stone. And the mountains above? They just watch, ancient and unchanged.

This painting isn’t just about the view, but it’s about the feeling of being small but steady, of moving forward even when the path is narrow. It’s a tribute to resilience, to connection, and to the quiet beauty of life lived close to the land.