Wild Tree

By drawing foliage with ink in the Ikigai technique, I can relax and let my hands roam free: I am not required to strictly adhere to proportions or numerous rules, as I am when drawing people or architecture; the branches and canopies are chaotic and varied, each new one distinct in its own way—no two trees are alike.

From the very first class focused on natural motifs in ink drawing, I enjoyed creating landscapes. The feeling that a cohesive, living image could emerge from chaotic and imperfect lines gave me direction in choosing my project topic.