Tùng Nâm's illustrations uniquely depict cats intertwined with elements of nature, such as flowers and waves, capturing their various personalities. The anthropomorphized characters, adorned in kimonos and ornaments, stemmed from initial sketches aimed to enrich the ukiyo-e inspired aesthetic. Nâm details his creative process, describing how cats and other companions like fish and insects enhance the narrative of his art series named 'An Encounter.' His exploration of the ukiyo-e style connects back to the hedonistic era of Edo, aiming to further expand the range of subjects in his illustrations.
Accompanied by delicate insects and social betta fish, the cats in Tùng Nâm's illustrations alternate between curiosity, serenity, friskiness, and determination, showcasing diverse feline natures.
Nâm's characters are playfully anthropomorphized, donning patterned kimonos and hair ornaments, emerging from practice sketches inspired by the ukiyo-e style.
The term ukiyo describes a hedonistic lifestyle in Edo, inspiring artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige to depict scenes from history, landscapes, and flora.
Nâm feels the ukiyo-e style allows for an exploration of various subjects, and he's currently developing new illustrations featuring different animals.
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