Canvas 2 ~Rainbow Colored Sketch~

"Canvas 2 ~Rainbow Colored Sketch~" is a Japanese anime and visual novel series centered around school romance. The story revolves around Hiroki Kamikura, who once dreamed of being an artist but gave up painting due to past traumas and became an art teacher at Nadeshiko Academy. Hiroki lives with his cousin, Elis Housen, a talented painter with a psychological aversion to the color red. Hiroki also reunites with his childhood friend, Kiri Kikyo, now a physical education teacher at the school, who once confessed her love to him but was rejected. The story explores Hiroki's journey of confronting his past, navigating complex relationships, and rediscovering his passion for art. The series is known for its delicate portrayal of emotions and multi-layered narrative, delving into themes of youth, love, dreams, and trauma. Besides the anime and visual novel, it has also been adapted into manga, light novels, and drama CDs, making it a beloved series among fans.