Walk on I (1993) by Yoshimoto Nara

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"Walk on I" (1993) is an acrylic canvas painting, part of Nara's private collection entrusted to the Toyota Municipal Museum of Art. This painting features a childlike character with large and expressive eyes, placing heavy emphasis on them. The child walks along a black path while holding a leaf hat, suggesting a sense of loneliness. Intense colors dominate the painting, including the black path and maroon clothing. However, these colors are not the sole focus as they are softened by vibrant splashes of yellow. The background, being the lightest part of the painting, complements the skin tone of the child.