竜宮城の阿吽 (Entering the Dragon Palace)

2024

mineral pigment, hide glue, calcium carbonate on paper and wood 

12 x 27 x 1 cm

A further exploration of “竜宮城 (the Dragon Palace)” and the tactility of paintings. Here, baby tripod fish are transformed into mythical creatures at the entry of the Dragon Palace, inspired by the guardians of Buddhist and Shinto temples in Japan who represent harmony.