This intimate portrait depicts two figures in close proximity at what appears to be a bar or social gathering. The lighting is warm and atmospheric, with orange-tinted pendant lamps visible in the background. The subjects are positioned close together against a backdrop of framed artwork and other patrons. The foreground figure wears a light-colored tank top with delicate necklaces, while their companion is shown shirtless with tanned skin and curly dark hair. Both subjects appear to be leaning on a bar surface, where there's a glass of red wine and some scattered items. The painting has a glossy, almost hyperrealistic quality, with careful attention paid to skin texture, lighting, and reflections. The background suggests a busy social environment, creating an interesting contrast with the intimate foreground scene. The title "striving for togetherness" is reflected in the physical closeness of the subjects and their shared moment amid the bustle of their surroundings.