Budgerigars

I had the pleasure of painting Hinata (left) and Tsukki (right), the budgerigars who appear in Tamatebako’s YouTube videos featuring Hinata.
Hinata speaks to Tsukki just like a person would, and Tsukki's somewhat pleased reactions are absolutely adorable.
The words Hinata has learned are those that Tamatebako lovingly says to him every day—proof of how cherished he is.

Expression with Transparent Watercolors

There is a moment when Hinata, while speaking to Tsukki, briefly turns to look at Tamatebako, the person filming.
Being able to speak human words and gaze back at us like that gives the impression of a truly human-like presence.
I tried to capture that moment, creating a painting that draws you in with that quiet, compelling gaze.