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Hanakotoba

Pen & ink on Japanese paper, 32 x 22 cm

 

Pen & ink drawings exploring the concept of Hanakotoba, the Japanese language of flowers, specifically two of the most emblematic flowers in Japanese culture: cherry blossoms/Prunus Serrulata and chrysanthemum/Dendranthema Grandiflora.

 

BHCAC Artist in Residency

Supported by the Whitehorse City Council

2017

© 2024 Marynes Avila

 

 

 

 

 

Marynes acknowledges the Bunurong people as the traditional custodians of the lands where she lives and works and recognises their continuous connection to culture, community and Country. The artist pays respects to the Bunurong’s Elders past, present and future.

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