"This artwork combines a traditional Japanese woodblock print with a contemporary overlay of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black dots, creating a dialogue between classic and modern techniques. The underlying image depicts a graceful figure in a flowing kimono, posed elegantly against a simple, neutral background that evokes the serene minimalism typical of Japanese woodblock prints. The figure, with delicate features and an expressive posture, embodies the refined beauty and poised elegance characteristic of this art form. Layered over this classic scene is a pattern of CMYK dots, systematically applied across the entire surface. These colorful dots create a pointillist effect, transforming the delicate woodblock print into a vibrant tapestry of color. The overlay introduces a pixelated, almost digital quality to the image, breaking up the smooth transitions of the original print into a series of bright, scattered points that blend visually at a distance. The fusion of traditional Japanese aesthetics with the contemporary CMYK dot pattern challenges the viewer to engage with the artwork on multiple levels. The dots both obscure and illuminate the image beneath, bringing a modern, tactile energy to the composition while honoring the timeless elegance of the original. This piece invites viewers to explore how the intersection of cultural heritage and digital aesthetics can create something both familiar and entirely new, bridging past and present in a vibrant, layered visual experience."

- D.L. Wye

Prints are produced on demand on stretched canvas, acrylic plexi, or giclee fine art paper in a variety of sizes here in the United States.

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