Tougen Kim: Vanishing Tranquility
Artist: Tougen Kim
Year: 2023
Medium: Watercolor on Arches Watercolor Paper
Dimensions: 36.3cm x 25.7cm
Story: Tougen Kim offers a rare glimpse into the world of a giant with Vanishing Tranquility. The rich hues, meticulously crafted using advanced watercolor techniques, breathe life into this captivating scene. Witness a Japanese giant salamander gracefully navigate its aquatic realm, unaware of the imminent threats to its calm existence.
Artist: Tougen Kim
Year: 2023
Medium: Watercolor on Arches Watercolor Paper
Dimensions: 36.3cm x 25.7cm
Story: Tougen Kim offers a rare glimpse into the world of a giant with Vanishing Tranquility. The rich hues, meticulously crafted using advanced watercolor techniques, breathe life into this captivating scene. Witness a Japanese giant salamander gracefully navigate its aquatic realm, unaware of the imminent threats to its calm existence.
Artist: Tougen Kim
Year: 2023
Medium: Watercolor on Arches Watercolor Paper
Dimensions: 36.3cm x 25.7cm
Story: Tougen Kim offers a rare glimpse into the world of a giant with Vanishing Tranquility. The rich hues, meticulously crafted using advanced watercolor techniques, breathe life into this captivating scene. Witness a Japanese giant salamander gracefully navigate its aquatic realm, unaware of the imminent threats to its calm existence.
About the artist: Born in Seoul, South Korea, in 1953, Tougen Kim arrived in Japan in 1971, transitioning from a graphic designer to a freelance illustrator. Renowned for major works in picture book illustration and watercolor landscapes, Kim has conducted solo exhibitions since 1983, contributing to 70 museums and exhibition halls. His commitment extends to teaching painting to children in Nepal every year since 2008. An active member of the Japan Book Designers Association, Kim resides in Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture. Discover more of Kim's artwork on his Instagram: @tougenkim.