A momentary abstract painting created by shadows Photograph

Spring 2020. COVID-18 will affect my life. I embarked on an inner journey of self-discovery. I want to express outward what's inside me! I felt strongly that I wanted to be an artist! ・ I met an art teacher who brought out the creativity that lies dormant in people. He taught me to "experiment and observe. ・ I climb mountains and play in rivers. I was a very energetic child. Art experimentation" was my favorite childhood pastime. I discovered my joy. What I found by following my curiosity and experimenting was "freedom. And now, as an adult. I was able to reconnect with the "free and energetic child" that lay within me. ・ Observation" also helped my senses grow. The wind rustling the leaves. The light reflecting off the surface of the river. I noticed that miraculous sights always appeared before my eyes. Moments of happiness, moments of sadness. These are all fleeting moments. And cannot be recreated. The beauty of the world. The light of emotion. The brilliance of time. All are fleeting moments. So moments shine colorfully. And full of love. And happiness. I came to earth to experience it. And I was given life. And I remembered. This is a wonderful gift I received from the God of art. Actually, it is a gift given equally to all human beings. Sunny days, cloudy days. Laughing and angry. Both are equally loved. Both are to be experienced. To those who have encountered my artwork. I create artwork with prayer and energy. There is a miracle that keeps happening before your eyes. I pray that you will receive that gift. I hope my artwork will become a part of your life. Thank you for reading to the end. Taeko Sawada, Tokyo, Japan