Hokusai Katsushika

Origins

Hokusai Katsushika is a Japanese ukiyo-e artist who lived from 1760 to 1849. His unique and influential art style became famous during the Edo period in Japan. Hokusai's most famous work is the series of woodblock prints titled 'Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji', which includes the iconic print 'The Great Wave off Kanagawa'. Hokusai's style is characterized by vivid colors, bold lines, and intricate details, capturing the beauty of nature and everyday life in Japan.