Blue lake by Taguchi Tomoki Nic Squirrell There is a stillness to

There is a stillness to the composition that is characteristic of the series: no superfluous element

A quietly confident work for those who prefer restraint over excess

The composition balances playful energy with compositional discipline – each element placed to create depth and a sense of journeying through an abundant summer landscape

the composition saturated with yellows and warm neutrals that evoke a long

The matte surface removes glare and keeps the viewer's focus on the figure – clean

Blue lake by Taguchi Tomoki Nic Squirrell There is a stillness toBlue Lake is a contemporary Japanese landscape by Taguchi Tomoki a work defined by deep, saturated colour and the particular stillness that characterises his approach to nature. The composition centres on the reflective surface of water, rendered in layered blues that shift between depth and luminosity. The surrounding landscape elements are held in careful balance, creating an atmosphere of quiet observation. Tomoki works within a tradition of