A Japanese saying that translates to 'the plums are blossoming'.

Plum trees blossom in late winter, often whilst snow is still on the ground, so it's said give strength to others to hang in there and see out their struggles to the good times ahead.

I used a fairly restricted palette with this one to evoke a wintry landscape. I love the warmth that emanates from the plumb trees amidst all that chill. Plus, it feels pleasingly subversive that the figure is dressed for summer. With his face hidden from us, our focus is repeatedly drawn to the blossom.