A mercurial Kingfisher leans from a branch, ready to dash from his perch to catch his next meal. As he is about to burst into flight, the willow buds are about to burst from their shells - a ripe moment captured by the artist with seeming ease and spontaneity. Renzan’s balance between quick and careful captures perfectly the paradox between a moment and timelessness, giving us an image for both enjoyment and contemplation.
Kishi Renzan
(1805 – 1871)
Kishi Renzan was the son in law of Kishi Ganku who was the founder of the Kishi school. Renzan was adept at capturing the essence of an animal's spirit.
