Kawaguchi Pins and Buttons

I’m an ancient Asian art buff. An old man still looking towards the rising Sun. In my pieces I am reaching back to go forwards; my only wish: to indulge fully in the process of remixing art… I am deeply inspired by the masters of Japanese Ukiyo-e painting, and aim with my pieces to convey a deeply evocative and somewhat reminiscent picture of a past both foreign and beautiful, where notions of time and enjoyment had very different connotations. I sincerely hope that the viewers will feel peace and appreciation when they contemplate on this piece. I have chosen to mix drawing, painting and digital collage to mix and match pieces present in my favorite Ukiyo-e pieces – some very well known and others anonymous and underground – because i...

Mount Fuji reflects in Lake Kawaguchi, seen from the Misaka Pass in Kai Province - Katsushika Hokusai, 1830.

Japan - Lake Kawaguchi With Mount Fuji in Black and White

Morning Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi (朝の富士 河口湖, Asano fuji kawaguchiko) by Tsuchiya Koitsu (土屋光逸, 1870-1949), a Japanese artist famous for his ukiyo-e and hanga. Suitable for people who like Japanese art or vintage art.

Two Paddleboats Tied to Wooden Pier in Early Morning Light

Two Pedal Boats Tied to Wooden Pier in Early Morning Light

Paddleboats Tied to Wooden Pier in Early Morning Light Mount Fuji in the background. Shot on Porta 400 film stock.

Mt Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi (河口湖, Kawaguchiko) by Tsuchiya Koitsu (土屋光逸, 1870-1949), a Japanese artist famous for his ukiyo-e and hanga. Suitable for people who like Japanese art or vintage art.