The artist you are trying to describe is Bo Diddley.
Chinese painting style was influential in the early development of Japanese painting, but particularly after the 14th century, Japanese painting developed in different ways. These differences became pronounced during the 17th-19th centuries when Japan isolated herself from the outside world.
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Using a sharp knife, trim off a portion of the stem's bottom, and remove the leaves that would end up below the water line. Take great care not to scuff or pinch flower stems. Damaged stem tissue significantly reduces flower performance by inhibiting water absorption. Scissors are never recommended for cutting flowers.
