The branches of this sculpture arch upwards, with a grace and beauty that is reminiscent of the arms of a ballet dancer. Hidden among the curving branches and dainty leaves, almost invisible at first, is a small bird, perching peacefully, resting during its flight. The subtle inclusion of this creature was inspired by the birds that flourish in the gardens and woodland surrounding the artist's home in Switzerland. Their morning chorus of chirping is a particular delight for Harumi, and this work - with the bird almost indistinguishable from the branches and leaves - embodies the challenge and joy of spotting these small creatures hidden in the trees.

The artist has spent many early hours of the day alongside these birds; and her sensitive rendering of the subject is a testament to her careful observation, with its slightly cocked head indicating its alert and curious nature, and the gentle contouring of its body suggesting the powerful wings that lie neatly folded and ready for flight.

Cast in bronze with vert de gris patina, the tree also mirrors nature, the strength of the metal paying homage to the weather-beaten resilience of the trunk and the more slender branches. Harumi's deft crafting of the sculpture, however, simultaneously endows the work with a delicate vulnerability that reminds us of the need to respect and protect these beings.

As a naturally oxidising metal, bronze also gives the sculpture a life that will change in appearance over time, reflecting the growth and transformation inherent to all living beings. The unpredictability of these subtle changes is desired and wholly embraced by the artist, connecting to her understanding of the constant flux of nature.