“Person or Patient: A Clinical View Divided”
Charu Jain
Ink and Watercolor on Mixed Media Paper, 11” x 13”
Artist’s Statement
“This anatomical illustration presents a meticulously detailed and realistic rendering of the human face, highlighting the intricate interplay of musculature, vascular structures, and skeletal landmarks. Balancing scientific accuracy with artistic precision, the drawing invites viewers to explore the complexity beneath facial expression and identity – bridging art and anatomy in a striking visual narrative that honors both the human form and the medical sciences.”
About the Artist
Charu Jain is a first-year medical student at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai with a background in studio art from Stanford University. With a deep-rooted passion for the intersection of humanities and medicine, Charu explores how art can serve as a powerful tool in both patient care and medical education. Her work centers on the belief that creative expression fosters empathy, reflection, and human connection – qualities essential to cultivating compassionate, well-rounded physicians.