biography of a prolific artist komai ki, also known as genki, was a japanese painter born in 1747 in japan and died in 1797. he was a prominent figure in the edo period (1615–1868) and a pupil of maruyama ōkyo. komai ki is best known for his chinese studies and his talent in painting, which showcased various subjects, including haiku poems and scenes of the four seasons in kyoto. artistic style and influences komai ki's artistic style was heavily influenced by chinese literati painting and calligraphy, which emphasized individual expression and personal interpretation over technical skill. hi…