Varied Tit ＆ Autumn Maple
2026
Watercolor, washi tape on wood panel
8" × 9.5"
2026
Watercolor, washi tape on wood panel
8" × 9.5"
Varied tit among maple leaves is a classic autumn subject in Japanese art. Red maple (momiji) is associated with melancholy beauty and the transience of things, an emotion the Japanese call mono no aware. The pairing suggests quietness, impermanence, and careful attention to the present moment.