by Jun Toyama | Feb 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
On March 3rd in Japan, we celebrate Girls’ Day – Hinamatsuri. My grandfather who passed away when I was 3 years old has bought me these special dolls called Hina, a couple of prince and princess. Though there is no hint of spring where I live, I am...
by Jun Toyama | Feb 15, 2018 | Uncategorized
Starting from the black/white photo of my friend who lives in Iceland, I added its national costume, a tiara with tall veil on the head. I used a textured paper, gold leaf, oil sticks and pigment powder – no pre-planning but I decided as it went. I am happy...
by Jun Toyama | Feb 15, 2018 | Uncategorized
After all, I enjoy painting children the most!
by Jun Toyama | Feb 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
TITLE: Orchid Girl SIZE: 24″ x 24″ (60cm x 60cm) MEDIUM: Oil VALUE: CDN $800 The starting bid is CDN$100! Please visit below – the original NOA auction site to find more details and bid! Thank you!...
by Jun Toyama | Feb 5, 2018 | Uncategorized
For the first time in my life, I purchased a decent camera for videotaping myself for my first lesson. It was a big deal – everything was new to me. After so many attempts, accidents (my cheap tripod fell over and my 4-day brand new $300+ lenses busted,...
