Blackbird with White Iris
Arlo Mercia
Australia
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Note from the artist
Blackbirds were introduced from Europe into Australia in the 1850’s because their beautiful song reminded settlers of home. They are now common and often comical residents in suburban gardens.
Prints and greeting cards of an original painting by Arlo Mercia using water colour and Kobaien ink on rare Japanese Kobaien ‘Earth Paper’ handmade to a recipe from the Edo period (200 years ago).
This website introduces the art works created using materials handmade by traditional Japanese artisans, such as Kobaien, Chiyomi Tanaka, Uda Washi Paper, etc.
Ichi Inc., Japan
