Mano Okaaki|Painting for Speech. Abstract paintings that reveal a primitive narrative. Born in Shiga Prefecture in 1976, Mano started his career in 2006 based in his birthplace. He studied at Kyoto University of Arts, and has exhibite...
Unexpected Versatility; Abstract art for home pt.2 Contrary to the prejudice often heard about abstract paintings that they are good for the walls of museums and galleries but not for your home, the...
INTERVIEW] Practicing Crafts that Reflect the Contemporary: Kai Inoue LOVE-2401" is a ceramic work in which the word "LOVE" is sculpted in vivid red. This work, which was selected for "LOVE-2401" (2024) 100 10 2023/2024, attracted much attention from the judging, and was the most...
INTERVIEW] Thinking about Human Beings through "Dogs": Tylakurka Tylakulka paints thoughtful works about human freedom and relationships using dogs as a motif. His style of drawing unique colors and compositions with extended brush strokes has gained popularity, and he was awarded the 100 10 2023/...
INTERVIEW] DELUXESTO: Painting to "Live in the Present DELUXESTO, an artist participating in the three-person exhibition "Spring Makes Me Meet You" at 9s Gallery from April 13 to 20, will present a series of works entitled "high school boy" at the exhibition....
Paintings for cafes and restaurants Recommended paintings for each type of store and how to find them Have you ever had the experience of coming to a café for a cup of coffee and suddenly being comforted by a picture on display? Pictures displayed in cafes and restaurants create an image of...