Cherry blossoms and the floating O-Torii gate in Hiroshima Japan

I have just returned from Japan and therefore I am keen to place on canvas my impressions of this beautiful country.
Being early spring tge Cherry blossoms are everywhere and so beautiful.
I was also impressed by the floating Torii gate in an island of Hiroshima.
The magnificent vermillion O-Torii gate which is built about 200m offshore from Itsukushima’s Main Shrine. Visitors can walk under the gate to enter the temple at low tide, however from March till November the water reaches high tide, and the etiquette is to pass under the gate on a boat. This UNESCO-listed site is the only shrine in Japan built with the rising and retreating tide in mind. As you pass under the O-Torii gate, the custom is to bow twice, clap twice, and bow once.
I hope that this painting will bring back memories to many that have visited Japan by having it in their home.

This painting looks lovely paired with my painting “Cherry blossoms and Japan” as per image included

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If you like my art have fun with me. I enjoy all subject matter, however, the subject itself can determine the medium I choose to work with, it may require the fluidity and beauty of diluted acrylic or the direct impact of thick acrylic/oil paints to convey my personal vision. My approach may be fast and spontaneous or could take many hours, days to complete my goal. I enjoy the challenge of impressionistic work as well as an intuitive, contemporary approach to a subject which can allow true creativity to shine. Above all I am seeking a sense of balance, harmony and inner artistic enjoyment. I have exhibited at numerous art shows and have received many awards.
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