風神雷神 III

3ft X 8ft diptych   2013    mix media

It all stems from my encounter with Towaraya Sotatsu's painting in Kyoto.  Shortly after I came across enormous statues of the pair guarding Tokugawa Ieyasu's resting place in Nikko.  Ever since then, I've been deeply fascinated by Wind God & Thunder God.  Their presence expresses an unique duality that encompasses a sense of both contrast and harmony. Through this I realize if we see beyond conflict this difference may convey a greater balance.  And a clearer sense of unity.

I will be exhibiting this painting at JACCC (Japanese American Cultural Community Center) from Oct 5 to Oct 20.  It's located on 244 S. San Pedro St. between 2nd & 3rd in Little Tokyo.  If time favors us I hope to share this piece with some of you at the opening this Saturday 11AM-4PM.  All peace & love.