"The Lesson” illustrates a group of children engaged with a teacher, seen from behind in a cozy setting, exploring the human condition through shared discovery and emotional connection. With vibrant colors, playful perspectives, and lively brushstrokes in oil, this work unveils inner worlds of transition and interaction, infusing a sense of place in educational spaces. Reflecting McCarter's M.S. in Counseling Psychology and her designs in 3D environments for human studies, it whispers stories of everyday learning artifacts and enduring group dynamics.