The photograph was bleached and worked with specially formulated acrylic medium, acrylics, and markers. The surface of the work is matte. Wooden panel. Staring at this work, I feel the life force of the wet plants and feel as if I am in the forest." "On a rainy morning, I walk through the forest of Ashoro in Akan-Mashu National Park. On a rainy day, the forest is full of color and vitality. The scent of the forest becomes even deeper. I put on my boots and wrap a towel around my camera to keep it dry. I even put on an umbrella, fully equipped. A world of green, shining like a jewel, spreads out before our feet. I observe this precious microcosm gently, trying not to step on it."