Hikawa Park in Omiya 1930

Hasui Kawase made this print of Hikawa Park in Omiya. There's something so gorgeous about the way he combines colors. You can see, especially in the foliage, that he's not afraid to let the layers of color mix and mingle, creating a sense of depth and texture. Look how the blue of the sky washes down, seeping into the trees. It's like the whole scene is breathing in the same cool, evening air. The layering creates a real sense of the physical space. The marks are so intentional, guiding your eye through the composition. It reminds me a bit of some of the landscape work by Bonnard, in the way he captures a fleeting moment. It's an invitation to linger, to feel the quiet energy of the park as twilight descends.