Asia
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Daibutsu
This digital photo painting started as a photo of a statue of the Daibutsu in Kamakura, Japan. The artist used retro halftone patterns and artistic styling to create an old-school poster look. We sell our larger original art canvases and prints in person at galleries, craft fairs, and art markets.
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Hua Qing Chi
This digital painting blends history with calm beauty. Hua Qing Palace and Pool in Xi’an, China appear with red pavilions reflected across still water and soft mountain mist. The quiet setting draws you into the world of the Tang Dynasty. Watercolor textures give the architecture a dreamlike quality. The scene balances tradition with tranquility and…
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Waikiki Samurai
A kabuki samurai takes on the surf at Waikiki, riding a bright wave with Diamond Head in the distance. The scene fuses the drama of Japanese woodblock art with the playful energy of Hawaiian surf culture. The details are bold and lively, showing both the strength of the samurai and the rolling power of the…
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Thai Ganesha
Here, Ganesha appears in warm hues and golden light. Photographic clarity blends with painterly accents so the figure feels both detailed and soft. The composition has presence without being overwhelming. Balanced color and ornament create a calm, reflective mood that invites viewers to linger. Remover of Obstacles, Bringer of Color Ganesha, the Hindu god, is…
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Hawai’i Surfing Kappa
The Kappa is a yokai, or supernatural being, from Japanese folklore. Kappa are known for stealing cucumbers. In fact, the popular sushi roll called kappa maki, which contains only cucumber, gets its name from this mythical creature. This remixed historical print originally depicted a clever kappa stealing a giant cucumber. The remix artist replaced the…
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Buckskins
This remixed historical print features outlines of horses from an old, black and white Japanese woodblock print, remixed and updated with watercolor accents. How to buy this art: Prints of this piece are available on our eBay store. We sell our larger original art canvases and prints in person at galleries, craft fairs, and art markets.
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Kitsune (狐)
This digital photo painting of a Japanese Kitsune (狐 or きつね, pronounced Key-tzu-nay) mask. Kitsune means fox (the animal), but it can also refer to a mythical creature known for wisdom, cunning, and bringing good luck. Traditional kitsune masks are typically white with red accents but can be found in black like this one. The…
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Oni Monk
This remixed historical print features a Japanese Oni (a monster like an ogre or troll) disguised as an Edo-period itinerant monk. During that time, some monks would wander the countryside offering prayers for a fee. This “monk” carries all of the appropriate equipment, like the prayer book, hammer, and gong (hanging around his neck) for…
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Jangseung Lanterns
This digital photo painting features images from the Lotus Lantern Festival in Seoul, South Korea. The two lantern figures that resemble totem poles are modeled after village protectors called Jangseung. The colorful lanterns illuminating the Korean Buddhist temple grounds bring luck and good fortune. How to buy this art: Prints of this piece are available…
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Mister Roboto
This digital photo painting features a reproduction of a vintage Japanese tin toy robot made during the Showa era (昭和時代). The Showa era was a period of Japanese history associated with the reign of Emperor Hirohito, officially known as Emperor Showa, from 1926 to 1989. Japan produced and exported many tin toys during the early-…