Vanishing Wingspan: Submerged Butterflies in Artistic ReflectionThe Butterfly, or Swarm, series explores themes of transformation, fragility, and mortality through the symbolic and physical presence of butterflies suspended within water. Across cultures and histories, the butterfly has carried layered meanings regeneration, freedom, spirituality, and death most notably within Greek thought, where it is closely associated with the soul. These works engage with that symbolic lineage while grounding it in direct

Every seashell handle is a unique casting

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The frame seen in the photographs is for illustration purposes only

presented in black and white

reflecting on impermanence

1 — 4w flame effect LED bulb

in our case corn starch & sugar cane

The shokunin has a social obligation to work his/her best for the general welfare of the people

size 65 * 65 cms (+/- 1 cms) 25

Historically rooted in the Vanitas tradition of still life

Street view of Tokyo taxis

0112’  dated 2017