Beyond the canvas

When Mara Everett begins her final year of art school, the last thing she expects is to be captivated by Lucas Reed, the charismatic guest lecturer. At 38, Lucas is brilliant, intense, and initially dismissive of Mara, seeing her as just another student. Despite his initial coldness, circumstances bring them together when Mara seeks his guidance for a major project.

As they meet up for art sessions, Lucas's walls begin to crumble, and he discovers a depth in Mara that he hadn't seen before. One evening, Lucas invites Mara to his home studio to show her a rare collection of his works. Unexpectedly, a city-wide lockdown traps them together in his house, forcing them into close quarters.

As days turn into weeks, the enforced proximity allows Mara and Lucas to slowly uncover each other's hidden layers. Conversations flow, barriers break down, and their connection deepens into a profound and unexpected romance.