Repose shows Masaru relaxing with his back turned in soft, window-like light. The natural line from neck to back is kept clear, while the coat is simplified into broad apricot passages instead of fine fur detail. Deep green upholstery, cream-and-blue stripes, and leafy forms add depth and suggest a quiet afternoon indoors. The dog remains the focus, yet feels integrated with the furniture and surrounding shapes. SERIES — COMPANION COMPANION is a series inspired by the quiet presence of a dog in everyday life. Rather than creating detailed pet portraits, the works focus on familiar moments: resting, looking outside, eating, sleeping, or simply being nearby. Soft cream, muted blue, deep green, apricot, navy, and earthy tones are combined with loose, textured brushwork. The dog is treated not only as a subject, but also as part of the composition—a shape, a color, and a presence within the room. The result is less like a traditional pet portrait and more like contemporary wall art designed to sit naturally within a calm interior. ABOUT RITSUKO NISHIMURA Ritsuko Nishimura creates artwork with the idea that a piece should feel comfortable when placed in a room. Rather than making paintings that dominate a space, she aims to create works that sit naturally alongside furniture, light, and interior colors while adding a quiet visual presence. Light, air, and stillness are recurring themes, along with simple moments found in everyday life. Her work focuses on the balance of color, composition, texture, and open space, stopping before the image becomes overly detailed.