The painting depicts a son departing from home (probably for furthering studies at another city / country), and captures the emotions of father and son during separation. Asian fathers are usually strict, and shy to express their feelings and love towards children. Their love is always there, always at the back hoping the best for the children, supporting them morally the best that they can. Jack Ting graduated from Kuala Lumpur College of Art with a Diploma of Fine Art in 1992. Since then, he has won several awards in the 1990s, as well as multiple solo exhibitions which include Ceremonies at Art Salon, Kuala Lumpur in 1998, and Drifted Glimpses at The Gallery @ Star Hill, Kuala Lumpur in 2008. He is a member of the Malaysian Watercolour Organisation, Malaysian Artist Association and Federation of Malaysian Artist, Malaysia.