David Sparshott works with a focused, observational hand, using pencil on paper to record the specific character of vehicles that define city streets across the globe. From the recognizable yellow cabs of New York to the varied shapes of international public transit systems, each illustration serves as a small-scale study of how we navigate different environments. The artist captures the mechanical details of these vehicles while maintaining a soft, tactile quality that invites close inspection.

The collection evokes the quiet thrill of arriving in a foreign place, where the first sight of a local taxi signals the start of a new adventure. It celebrates the diversity of roadways and the heritage found in everyday transport, framing the world as a series of interconnected routes and endless possibilities for exploration. By focusing on the humble taxi, Sparshott highlights the shared human experience of travel and the unique visual identities of the cities we visit.