Yulia is the heroine of an early piece in the larger cycle It’s a Match, in which the artist repeatedly turns to the theme of feminine beauty and the fragility of youth. Their meeting took place on Petrograd Side, and the invitation to the studio offered a chance to capture not only her appearance but also the subtle state of someone still searching for a place in life. The drawing is built on soft gradations of graphite and conte. The face and neck are modeled with a delicate mesh of halftones, while the shoulders and hair are suggested only by light strokes. This deliberate incompleteness emphasizes the central theme — a sense of becoming. Yulia is shown in a slight turn, her gaze directed to the side, beyond the sheet itself. In that outward look one senses thoughts of the future, dreams, and the unease of first independent steps. Everyday life is reflected in the simple striped top she wears. The composition is intentionally left open. The background is blended into a soft haze, while areas of untouched paper remain around the figure. These empty spaces create a feeling of air and suggest room for new paths and discoveries. The portrait becomes a quiet dialogue. Artist, model, and viewer together listen for the faint rhythm of youth, filled with searching, hope, and the strength to understand oneself and others.