Gesture

This is a series of 30x36 cm works characterized by free and energetic gestures, born from physical movement, applied over organic layers.

"Splash," a powerful abstract expressionist work where a final, explosive circular gesture of white paint dominates a chaotic, multi-layered background of blue drips and black crayon marks. A unique, titled work from the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
しぶき / Splash , 2025
"Gesture, No. 15," a minimalist yet complex abstract painting featuring a dominant pattern of cascading blue vertical drips, crowned by a bold, arcing white gesture in the upper left corner. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No15, 2025
"Gesture, No. 14," a sophisticated abstract artwork where a final, graceful gesture of white crayon curves is drawn over a structured background of fine vertical lines and bold white horizontal brushstrokes, all set against a deep blue field. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No14, 2025
"Gesture, No. 13," a richly layered abstract painting where a final layer of expressive white horizontal lines interacts with a complex underpainting of blue drips, black crayon marks, and hints of a warm orange base. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No13, 2025
"Gesture, No. 12," a powerful abstract expressionist work where a final layer of cascading white drips interacts with a chaotic underpainting of blue drips, black crayon lines, and their white traces. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No12, 2025
"Gesture, No. 11," a dynamic abstract artwork where a final, energetic gesture of looping blue paint dances over a structured background of vertical and horizontal crayon lines and weathered blue and white layers. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No11, 2024
"Gesture, No. 10," a deeply layered abstract painting where a final, fractured white grid is drawn over a complex history of marks, including blue drips, horizontal lines, and white dots. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No10, 2024
"Gesture, No. 9," a vibrant abstract painting where a playful, looping white gestural line and cascading drips float above a richly textured, deep turquoise blue background. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No9, 2024
"Gesture, No. 5," a highly textural and expressive abstract artwork where a bold, looping white gestural line floats above a weathered background of scraped blue paint and cascading drips. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No5, 2024
"Gesture, No. 3," a vibrant and joyful abstract painting where a playful pattern of light blue crayon circles dances over a luminous, multi-colored background of yellow, red, and green expressive marks. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No3, 2024
"Gesture, No. 4," a warm and complex abstract painting featuring multiple layers of white crayon marks and fine lines over a rich, fiery background of orange and deep black underpainting. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No4, 2024
"Gesture, No. 7," a deeply layered abstract expressionist work where final, energetic light blue brushstrokes activate a complex history of marks, including black crayon lines and deep blue drips over a gray-toned background. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No7, 2024
"Gesture, No. 6," a multi-layered abstract painting characterized by its cool palette, where energetic black crayon curves and cascading drips are unified and activated by a final layer of short, light blue gestural marks. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No6, 2024
"Gesture, No. 8," a sophisticated abstract painting featuring a final, subtle layer of beige gestural brushstrokes that add a warm, unifying haze over a cool, chaotic background of black crayon marks and blue drips. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No8, 2024
"Gesture, No. 1," an energetic abstract painting where a final, explosive layer of white dripping paint covers a field of cascading dark green drips and a subtle crayon grid. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No1, 2023
"Gesture, No. 2," a raw and powerful abstract expressionist work featuring a chaotic interplay of bold black and white gestural lines, punctuated by solid gray shapes over an earthy, brown-toned background. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No2, 2023
"Gesture, No. 17," a complex and deeply layered abstract painting where a final, looping gesture of white dots traverses the canvas, unifying a structured grid of white crayon lines and a dramatic background of cascading white and deep blue drips. From the 'Gesture' series by Asahi Tanaka.
Gesture,No17, 2025

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