F a n

Each fan is hand pleated for a three dimensional effect. An open fan represents welcome and good fortune.

Frame sizes, including mat, range from standard sizes of: 8"x 10", 10"x 16", 11"x 14", 16"x 20", 16"x 30"; to any custom larger size.

K i m o n o

Each kimono uses a minimum of four Japanese papers. An iconic Japanese shape, it represents home and comfort.

Frame sizes, including mat, range from standard sizes of: 8"x 10", 10"x 16", 11"x 14", 16"x 20", 16"x 30"; to any custom larger size.

C r a n e

The crane or tsuru symbolizes longevity and good luck among many other good traits.

Available in all sizes, the light matted art comes in a bronze metal frame, and the black matted ones are in a mat black metal frame.

F i s h

The fish or koi symbolizes strength and perseverance. The kite or koi nobori is popular for Boys' Day celebrated every May 5th.

Frame sizes, including mat, range from standard sizes of: 8"x 10", 10"x 16", 11"x 14", 16"x 20", 16"x 30"; to any custom larger size.

L a n t e r n

The lantern or chochin symbolizes welcome.

Frame sizes, including mat, range from standard sizes of: 8"x 10", 10"x 16", 11"x 14", 16"x 20", 16"x 30"; to any custom larger size.

T a i k o

The taiko drum symbolizes celebration.

Frame sizes, including mat, range from standard sizes of: 8"x 10", 10"x 16", 11"x 14", 16"x 20", 16"x 30"; to any custom larger size.

B l o s s o m

The cherry blossom or sakura symbolizes a new beginning.

B a m b o o

The bamboo symbolizes strength and resilience. Real bamboo is used and is preserved using acrylic paint and gold dry brush strokes.

B o t a n i c a l

Actual leaves are used in the collage and are preserved by drying, pressing and painted with acrylics

Japanese maple - signifies independent thinker

Gingko - wishes good health and also represents money

Bodhi - symbolizes enlightenment; the kind of tree Buddha sat under for seven days

K o k e s h i

These kokeshi dolls have hand painted faces and use Japanese washi for the body and accents. The boy flying a kite has the 'happy' symbol. Their happy faces bring joy and playfulness. March 3rd in Japan is Girls' Day and is celebrated with a display of dolls.