Juben Jugi 1903

Taigadō Teiryo’s “Juben Jugi” is a small ink and colour on paper work, and it just buzzes with the joy of process. The brushstrokes are so alive, especially in the trees. See how the artist uses these tiny, quick strokes to suggest leaves and branches? It's like they're dancing. And the ink washes create this misty atmosphere, softening the edges and making the landscape feel dreamy. The light pinks of the blossom punctuate the misty greys. Look at how the ink bleeds and blends on the paper - it’s about embracing the unpredictable and letting the materials do their thing. It makes me think of Cy Twombly, another artist who lets the messiness of mark-making become part of the meaning. It's not about perfection. It's about the feeling, the gesture, the moment.