If you’re a Koi who decides to go for a walk, It’s probably a good idea to take along a water source you can trust. What could be safer than your very own raincloud?
The topic is pretty much the only thing safe with this Illustration Friday piece. This is the first time I’ve worked with the cut-paper on wood. This is a 木はがき - a postcard made of wood, about 10×15 cm. Which also makes this one of the smallest pieces that I’ve ever done. It was the texture of the wood, suggesting rain, which gave me the idea for the concept. Besides, drawing koi is practically a contractual obligation for living in Japan.
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September 7, 2006 at 9:53 am
Valeriannah
This is real nice! I love everything, the concept, composition, style, charm and all. Bravo!
September 7, 2006 at 10:16 am
amy
This is awesome! I agree with Valeriannah, excellent concept, textures, colors, execution.
September 7, 2006 at 10:26 am
jschukar
Wow, this is incredible. Fantastic!
September 7, 2006 at 11:33 am
bill zeman
really cool - I especially like the umbrella
all your work is very impressive
September 7, 2006 at 11:36 am
Kevin
This looks awsome. Like the use of the theme. Love the way the wood looks with the cut paper.
September 7, 2006 at 7:54 pm
enigma
i never knew collage can be this lovely! nice.
September 7, 2006 at 8:14 pm
LDahl
My son bought me a Koi as a present a couple of months ago, it is a 50 gallon tank, it’s growing fast. I think I’m in trouble:)))
Maybe my Koi will have to get out and make a run for it like your Koi.
Fantastic illo!!
September 7, 2006 at 8:46 pm
Joanne
That is just so beautiful.
September 8, 2006 at 8:06 am
Alina
beautiful style!! WOW! WOW!!
Alina
http://alinanimation.blogspot.com/