Kobayashi’s artwork “Aqua Bellas” depicts stylized female figures engaged in synchronized swimming, emphasizing their graceful movements and harmony within the aquatic environment.
The use of vibrant colors and dynamic shapes evokes the elegance and coordination of this sport, which has been part of the Summer Olympics since 1984. In 2017, synchronized swimming was renamed “artistic swimming,” a change that sparked some controversy.
This artwork captures the aesthetics and charm of a discipline that combines elements of dance, gymnastics, and swimming.