This style, calledNihonga, is the inspiration behind Japanese artistOtama-shimais work.
She captures the ethereal style with a modern twist, making adorable hamsters the stars of her work.
Delicate inky botanicals and other illustrated elements appear to bleed into the faux fabric or hemp paper backgrounds.
Just like traditional Japanese art, every one of Otama-shimais artworks tells a story.
Check out some of Otama-shimais works below and find more of her work onInstagram.
Inspired by traditional Japanese paintings, artist Otama-shimai creates playful illustrations that celebrate the cuteness of hamsters.
The digital artist beautifully preserves the inky charm of traditionalNihongapaintings through her thoughtful use of texture.
Each scene looks as though its been lovingly painted by a 16th-century artist with a traditional brush.
Just like traditional Japanese art, every one of Otama-shimais artworks tells a story.
