9s Gallery is pleased to present the exhibition "Hiroki Takeda - Divine Beasts" from Friday, July 21, 2023 to Sunday, July 30, 2023.
Who is Hiroki Takeda? 3-point summary!
💡Themes expressed
The fusion of animals and plants as one living organism.
💡Points for viewing the works
Dynamic and powerful expression
Beautiful colors with a sense of transparency
∙ Three-dimensional depiction with a strong sense of presence
💡What kind of artist is he?
A watercolor artist who paints a fusion of animals and plants with realistic brush strokes and vivid colors.
About the solo exhibition "Divine Beasts
Hiroki Takeda has consistently painted fusions between animals and plants that exist in the real world, such as cats, tigers, and fish.
This time, he takes on a new theme, "Divine Beasts" expressing the great beings that protect nature, including human beings.
In addition, the motifs of the "Five Spirits," such as the blue dragon and the white tiger, are gods that originated in ancient China.
This exhibition can be seen as an effort to situate Takeda's unique world of artwork within the culture that has been nurtured by mankind throughout its long history.
We hope you will visit the exhibition to see the works that mark a milestone in Takeda's career.
In an interview with Hiroki Takeda by TRiCERA ART staff, he talks about his new works currently on display at the exhibition. Please take a moment to read it as well.
Artist Statement
Since ancient times, people have coexisted with beasts. The fear of beasts and the ability to use beasts to enrich our lives has led to the growth of human society.
In many religions around the world, beasts appear sometimes as gods and sometimes as awe-inspiring monsters.
The four gods and the qilin, the subject of this issue, are divine beasts that originated in China and have long been adored by people as protectors of humankind.
The four gods are the Suzaku, the White Tiger, the Blue Dragon, and the Xuanwu, which protect the four directions of east, west, south, north, and west. In addition, a kylin was added to the center of the four, and they came to be known as the Five Spirits.
Until now, Hiroki Takeda has expressed the fusion of many animals with plants and flowers.
In this exhibition, he depicts the Five Spirits, beasts of the gods, in his own unique interpretation, challenging himself to sublimate them as art.
Considering that the guardian deities protect not only mankind but also nature as well, one could say that the gods are essentially clothed in nature."
Artist Profile
Hiroki Takeda
Hiroki Takeda graduated from the Visual Communication Design Department of Nagoya Zokei University.After graduating from Nagoya University of Art and Design, he became fascinated with the world of watercolor after learning the depth and beauty of watercolor fromGoroSasaki, a teacher at the university. He has won many awards and has a wide following in Europe and North America.
1986: Born in Nagoya, Japan Lives and works in Saitama, Japan
2005: Graduated from Niiza Sogo High School of Technology, Department of Industrial Design
2010: Graduated from Nagoya Zokei University, Department of Visual Communication Design
Solo Exhibition Overview
Hiroki Takeda - Beast of God
Dates: Friday, July 21, 2023 to Sunday, July 30, 2023 (open daily during the exhibition period)
Opening hours: 12:00 - 18:00
Opening hours: 12:00 - 18:00, from 14:00 on the first day, until 17:00 on the last day
Venue:9s Gallery by TRiCERA
The Wall 3F, 4-2-4 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0031
Access: Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Roppongi station 10 min. walk, Hiroo station 10 min. walk
10 minutes walk from Nogizaka station on Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line
Contact: 03-5422-8370
