A Kalighat (traditional art style characterized by bright colors and bold outlines) inspired oil painting with a Western touch, displaying a young, Indian woman holding a diya (candlelight) in the dark using techniques such as color theory, scumbling, and a slow-drying process. The woman’s brightly lit face from the diya in the dark room portrays a broadly interpretable message of hope. It specifically represents the inspirational, optimistic role Indian women have traditionally played within their families and society.