In a world that is increasingly modern and industrial, artists often use natural motifs as symbols for healing.
One artist uses his love of flower imagery to conveyanti-war sentimentin a new series of watercolor paintings.
Japan-based illustratorHiroki Takedaadds colorful blooms to poignant images of war to spread a message of peace.
Takeda covers the aircraft with an array of vibrant blossoms that cover the windows and wrap around the wings.
Littered throughout this grim scene are traces of violet flowers and delicate butterflies.
The foliage looks like it’s growing over the scenes of war, replacing violence with nature.
Japanese artist Hiroki Takeda adds colorful flowers to somber grey paintings.
These blooms convey anti-war sentiment and a desire to replace destruction with peace and healing.
