“I find beauty in everyday and “ordinary” moments of life. I strive to paint my watercolors with patience, precision, and heart 💙”

-AKI KANO

“Self Portrait, Patio de los Gatos”, Watercolor on paper, 30x24 inches, 2026

Aki Kano's work bridges her Japanese heritage and fashion design background to create intimate, luminous watercolor paintings of people including herself, animals, and the world around her — Aki’s work has been featured in major art publications and exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide.