Create a black-and-white pen-and-ink illustration in the style of Edward Gorey, emphasizing intricate cross-hatching and delicate shading. Depict a solitary female figure with a serene, upward gaze, her expression calm and introspective. Render her hair in soft, flowing waves, and her dress with subtle textures that suggest finely detailed fabric. The pose should emphasize elongated proportions, adding a slightly surreal and ethereal quality. The background should be minimal, with subtle beams of light falling diagonally across the scene, their interplay with shadow rendered through meticulous cross-hatching. Use negative space to create a sense of stillness and focus, while incorporating symbolic motifs such as faintly sketched feathers or a single small bird in the corner to hint at themes of transcendence or reflection. The illustration should blend quiet elegance with a sense of mystery, characteristic of Gorey’s Gothic yet delicate style.