Naoko Tadotsu Art
Artist Comments
Artist Naoko Tadotsu demonstrates a colorful tree on a sunny summer afternoon. Reflections of bright sunlight from a nearby river pierce through the leaves of the lush foliage. A compelling display of blue and green marks intensifies in the warm background. "The lights and leaves together create an illusion of a large stained glass," says Naoko.
About the Artist
Brilliant prismatic trees radiate in artist Naoko Tadotsu’s expressionist compositions. “I am always in awe of nature, color, and light,†says Naoko. These three facets establish her vibrant works in fluid strokes of vivid hues. Roots of her influence trace back to growing up in Osaka, where these elements were abundant. Naoko migrated to New York where she was immersed and fell in love with the world of art. What was once unexpressed inspiration inevitably translated onto the canvas. Her work often crosses into abstraction, capturing her feelings towards nature and painting...
21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Artist Naoko Tadotsu displays ethereal expressionism with an image of a blazing tree. The sun sets behind it, giving its silhouette a dark translucent glow. The light reflecting from the river's surface filters through the leaves and twinkles like glass shards. The fiery orange hues against the blue and green accents give the composition warmth and brilliance.
About the Artist
Brilliant prismatic trees radiate in artist Naoko Tadotsu’s expressionist compositions. “I am always in awe of nature, color, and light,†says Naoko. These three facets establish her vibrant works in fluid strokes of vivid hues. Roots of her influence trace back to growing up in Osaka, where these elements were abundant. Naoko migrated to New York where she was immersed and fell in love with the world of art. What was once unexpressed inspiration inevitably translated onto the canvas. Her work often crosses into abstraction, capturing her feelings towards nature and painting it as its own entity. “The trees, like people, show different faces,†adds Naoko. In the same way, her pieces elicit different perspectives from every viewer. All Naoko needs is a portable easel...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
A blaze of color warms sunset clouds. "It was early autumn and the leaves turned into yellow, orange, and pink, but some were still very green," explains arti...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
"This painting looks like a place I saw in my dream," says artist Naoko Tadotsu. "It was a large forest, filled with bright warm light. Birds were singing mer...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Naoko says this painting is meant to evoke the feeling of going through a narrow path, and a little pond surrounded by trees appears. The closest two trees cros...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Naoko describes this vibrant scene as a walled garden where all kinds of herbs and medieval plants are in full bloom. The sun shines brightly, illuminating the ...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Naoko says that when she came upon this scene, the willow tree - with its leaves turned yellow - looked like a huge sweet candied ginger. "Warm and transparen...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
The huge lime in the backyard looks like a balloon. This painting is on gallery wrapped linen canvas with white edges. It comes ready to hang.
About the...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
I saw this cheerful ginkgo tree growing as if the towering cloud is shooting into the sky. I painted with layers of colors. Some parts look like a little bi...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
I love tall birch trees, especially when their big leaves swing and shine under the late evening light. This painting is on gallery...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
Many honey locust trees are lined up on the streets near my apartment. It is so pleasant to walk the streets filled with sweet fragrance of the flowers in the...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
Artist Comments
This small tree stands by itself and is shining in a very pure and translucent yellow. It looks like a drop of sweet honey or a fragment of star dust. This pa...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Geometric Naoko Tadotsu Art
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Naoko Tadotsu Art
Canvas, Oil
Mid-20th Century Abstract Impressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Masonite, Oil
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Oil, Board
Late 20th Century Impressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Oil, Cardboard
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Oil, Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Canvas, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Naoko Tadotsu Art
Linen, Oil
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Masonite, Oil
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Canvas, Oil
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Canvas, Oil, Acrylic
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Oil, Cardboard