Monjiro" is a series of paintings based on traditional patterns from Asia and Japan, which he paints using his own technique (layering and grinding acrylic paints). Like his previous work "18," this work "19" is based on the "Azemichi pattern" of the Edo period (1603-1868), and is based on a pattern that he enlarged and redrew by himself. Gold is said to be the color of eternity, and I believe this work reflects my love for the unchanging scenery and human activities of the past. I transfer the pattern created from the material pattern onto the canvas, layer the pattern and paint in a composition of layers that matches the work, and grind the layers by applying water with water-resistant sandpaper. The image of the pattern and the coloring of the paint are repeatedly checked and ground until the best balance between the two is achieved. After the canvas is carefully prepped with ground coats on both the front and back sides, it is once stretched on a temporary board. More than 20 layers of paint are applied to the screen side, including partial and solid layers, as depiction. The work is completed on the temporary board, cleaned and dried after completion, and then stretched on a wooden frame. The screen is smooth and can be wiped clean with a dish towel.
