Series: 7 Days in Japan
This series is inspired by the dualities of Japan that I felt and observed during my first trip there in 2017: the chaos of the city with the politeness in crowds, minimalistic styles and possessions with the abundance of stuff, the emphasis on modesty with endless in-your-face messaging. It all exists as one, but throughout it all, there's simplicity.
"Flame"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
11" x 14"
2019
"Arashiyama"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
11" x 14"
2019
"The Crossing"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
14" x 11"
2019
"Liquid Gold Night"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
8" x 8"
2019
"Morning Tea"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
14" x 11"
2019
"Breathing Room"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
14" x 11"
2019
"Liquid Gold Day"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
8" x 8"
2019
"Wander Home"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
11" x 14"
2019
"Eastern Beast"
Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas
14" x 11"
2019
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