The Japanese colour woodcut, also known as "ukiyo-e", flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries and is still popular today. Light and shadow effects are absent. Objects and people are drawn with clear, flowing lines. Surfaces are filled with colour or left blank, and shapes are often stylised. The aim of the depiction is to capture the essence and character of the subject, not a true-to-life reproduction. Perspective is rarely used; instead, objects and scenes are superimposed to create spatial depth. The picture brings together typical Japanese motifs: Waves, fishing boats, a cruel tsunami with a dragon's head. The combination of dramatic elements and the calm beauty of the cherry blossoms gives this work of art a special meaning and depth.
Conceived by Frank Daske | Foto & Design, visualized with AI.
Frank Daske is a photographer & designer and lives in Karlsruhe in the sunny south-west of Germany. But he takes every opportunity to travel. When he's not taking photos, he works on new, often AI-based images and designs for posters, clothing and other products. For more information,.. Read more…