This Japandi Collection II represents a sophisticated fusion of Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian design principles, creating a harmonious trilogy that speaks to both aesthetic traditions. Each piece works independently yet contributes to a cohesive narrative when displayed as a set.
About the Artwork
The composition progresses from left to right, telling a story of simplicity evolving into complexity:
"PARALLEL MOON" anchors the collection with its contemplative simplicity. The soft grey circle, reminiscent of a winter moon, creates a gentle counterpoint to the strong vertical lines, embodying the Japanese concept of 'Ma' - the meaningful negative space between elements.
"GEOMETRIC CORAL" introduces architectural elements and a warm coral accent, bridging austere minimalism with modern design. The composition plays with balance and asymmetry, incorporating principles of modernist design while maintaining Japanese aesthetic restraint.
"BRUSHSTROKE HARMONY" completes the narrative with expressive calligraphic strokes that channel the spontaneity of Zen brush painting. The dynamic black marks represent the release of controlled energy, a visual metaphor for finding freedom within structure.
The consistent framing device across all three pieces - a simple black border with the artist's red chop mark - unifies the collection while paying homage to traditional Japanese presentation. Each piece is intentionally spaced to allow proper visual breathing room, encouraging contemplation of both the individual works and their relationship to each other.
The neutral palette, punctuated by measured uses of coral and black, ensures these pieces can adapt to various interior styles while maintaining their strong artistic presence. This collection embodies the core principles of Japandi design: simplicity, natural elements, and the beauty of imperfection.
Perfect For:
Modern minimalist homes
Zen-inspired spaces
Contemporary offices
Meditation rooms
Architecture studios
Design-focused interiors
Japanese-inspired spaces
High-end residential projects
Details
Materials & Technique:
Mixed media on premium canvas
Archival-quality materials
Hand-painted elements
Professional grade acrylics
Museum-quality presentation
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Care:
Insured shipping included
Carefully packaged in museum-grade materials
Ships within 5-7 business days
White glove delivery available
Basic care instructions included
All prints are upon ordering from a local film lab here in Los Angeles.
This means it can take up to 14 business days for your print to arrive, depending on demand.
However, it usually only takes about 5-7 days.
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Original pieces are final sale items and ineligible for return.
Prints are eligible for return within 30 days with reasonable cause.
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Michael de la Guerra is an artist and a retired freelance writer who--under the name Michael Lopez--has been featured as a case study in the Harvard Business Review, published in The Huffington Post, banned from writing for Buzzfeed (long story), and featured as an expert in Fast Company, The Wall Street Journal, and more. He’s ghostwritten for NFL players and bank CEOs alike but remains at the mercy of NDAs signed during a decade-long copywriting career working with sought-after digital marketing agencies on high-converting campaigns for some of the largest names in business. He works in academia now and spends his creative energy on visual art and poetry.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
These are stunning. Always impressed by your artistic endeavors, and your commitment to quality and how it almost becomes a characteristic of the art. Bravo, Michael.
Seanette AKA @the.little.b.haus
Fellow Poet
Incredible. I love how you incorporated your poetic talent into a larger format. It's really great. I love each piece you sent me, and I even bought a few more for my sister.
Jamie Caroccio
Copywriter, Writing Teacher, and Fellow Poet
These are F***ING gorgeous. I wasn't expecting this at all. I am blown away.
Casey M.
Fellow Poet and Author of 4 Poetry Collections
Michael, these are so beautiful, thank you. I mean, I "knew" you cared about quality but these prints are beautiful.
Alicia I.
Writer in Long Beach
Excellent stuff, sir. You are great at combining visuals with words, just as you are at designing them both separately. And the print quality is superb.
Sonny C.
Los Angeles
Omg, I love these floral prints so much. Thank you for the extra set. They're all so beautiful and your poetry is amazing. I'm so glad I own one of your very first art prints to ever go on sale!
Windy Z.
Los Angeles
Never surprised by the the thought you put into every detail down to the material these are printed on, but I am always surprised by the artistic ingenuity in your work. These will live with me and the fam wherever we go.
Max O.
Los Angeles
I wish my girlfriend looked at me the way she looks at the prints I bought her. Not sure how to feel, but thank you for the surprise bonuses, and regardless of my envy, your commitment to quality deserves credit.
Ben S.
Hollywood (My Neighbor in Case You're Wondering)
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