Please note: English is not my first language, and I'm writing this post with the help of AI. Please excuse any unnatural phrasing.
Hello again, art lovers! Today's share is another acrylic piece from the 2002-2007 timeframe, titled 『水遊び』 (Mizu Asobi), which means "Water Play." This illustration actually has a slightly different origin – if memory serves me correctly (it's a little hazy!), it was originally designed to be made into a button badge for a small group exhibition. I have a faint recollection of the exhibition taking place in a small, charming, fairytale-like cafe in Kichijoji, Tokyo. Like the last piece I shared, the exact details and intentions behind it have faded a bit with time, but looking at it now still brings a smile.
Contained within a perfect circle, we find a sweet character with blonde hair, dressed in a simple red dress. They stand with hands gently clasped, looking out with a calm, perhaps slightly curious expression. The circle is divided into two distinct zones. The lower half is a vibrant blue, dotted with cheerful yellow circles, strongly suggesting water – maybe a pond, the sea, or even a magical pool. This fits perfectly with the title "Water Play"! The yellow dots could be bubbles, reflections of light, or maybe even little floating blossoms.
The upper half presents more of a mystery. Against a dark, perhaps night-like background, there's a swirling band of bright lime green, bordered by colourful blocks and shapes in reds and dark tones. It feels more abstract and dynamic compared to the calmer water below. What could this upper section represent? A vibrant night sky? A fantastical cityscape? Or perhaps an inner world of thoughts and dreams contrasting with the simple joy of water play?
The character stands right at the intersection of these two zones, bridging the calm blue and the dynamic upper world. Maybe the badge design was meant to capture a moment of quiet contemplation found amidst playful activity, or the feeling of being in one world while dreaming of another. The circular format certainly focuses our attention on the character and their unique environment.
A Gentle Invitation for Your Reflection:
As the original detailed memory is a bit lost to time, I'd love to hear your thoughts!
What story does this little scene tell you?
Where do you imagine this character is standing?
Does the contrast between the upper and lower halves spark any particular feelings or ideas for you?
It's fascinating how art can take on a life of its own, years after its creation! Thank you for spending a moment with this "Water Play" memory. I hope its colours brightened your day.
Warmly,
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