Crossing Trams in the Afternoon Light (2014) Original Watercolour by Masato Watanabe

This watercolour painting captures a dynamic, fleeting moment in a Japanese city where two trams pass each other on the street tracks. I was drawn to the contrast between the detailed textures of the vintage-style trams and the soft, washed background of the urban landscape. By focusing on the intricate web of overhead power lines, traffic signals, and the warm afternoon sun reflecting off the road, I aimed to convey the nostalgia and unique rhythm of daily life integrated with nostalgic public transit.

Materials used:

Watercolor on Paper

Details:

• Watercolour on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 38 x 29 x 0.01cm (unframed) / 38 x 29cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Impressionistic
• Subject: Architecture and cityscapes