This piece merges calligraphy and sumi-e to express an exciting interpretation of the character for "rain" (雨).
It is created on washi paper using sumi ink and traditional Japanese pigments.
The rich gradations of ink and natural bleeding effects bring an intriguing depth to the work, setting it apart from conventional sumi-e paintings.
Rain can sometimes bring a feeling of melancholy, but for hydrangeas, which bloom vibrantly on rainy days, it is the perfect weather.
They must be looking up at the sky with joy. Perhaps, if we walk with an umbrella while imagining their perspective, we might find that rainy days aren’t so bad after all.