The British Museum to display rare prints of Edo Japan by Utagawa Hiroshige this summerThe British Museum will host its first-ever exhibition of Utagawa Hiroshige this summer, highlighting prints from a transformative era in Japan.
Takashi Murakami Drops Limited Edition T-Shirts and More at Gagosian Burlington Arcade | stupidDOPETakashi Murakami's exclusive t-shirts release celebrates his latest exhibition emphasizing the fusion of traditional and contemporary Japanese art.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Yoshitaka Amano "Apocalypse | " @ LOMEX, NYCYoshitaka Amano's exhibition at LOMEX highlights his influential works, blending anime aesthetics with fine art.
Naoko Fukumaru at the Portland Japanese Garden * Oregon ArtsWatchNaoko Fukumaru's journey emphasizes the transformative power of kintsugi, turning the act of repair into an art form that celebrates imperfection.
The British Museum to display rare prints of Edo Japan by Utagawa Hiroshige this summerThe British Museum will host its first-ever exhibition of Utagawa Hiroshige this summer, highlighting prints from a transformative era in Japan.
Takashi Murakami Drops Limited Edition T-Shirts and More at Gagosian Burlington Arcade | stupidDOPETakashi Murakami's exclusive t-shirts release celebrates his latest exhibition emphasizing the fusion of traditional and contemporary Japanese art.
Juxtapoz Magazine - Yoshitaka Amano "Apocalypse | " @ LOMEX, NYCYoshitaka Amano's exhibition at LOMEX highlights his influential works, blending anime aesthetics with fine art.
Naoko Fukumaru at the Portland Japanese Garden * Oregon ArtsWatchNaoko Fukumaru's journey emphasizes the transformative power of kintsugi, turning the act of repair into an art form that celebrates imperfection.
Stunning Contemporary Sculptures by Joseph KlibanskyJapanese artist Jiro creates captivating SFX illusions that blend beauty and darkness.A Japanese art student crafts a hauntingly beautiful forest symbolizing despair.
Takashi Murakami's Beloved, Trippy Louis Vuitton Bags Are BackTakashi Murakami's collaboration with Louis Vuitton redefined luxury fashion by merging high art with accessible style, influencing contemporary design.
Takashi Murakami Explores Japanese Tradition in New Gagosian Exhibition | stupidDOPETakashi Murakami's exhibition transforms traditional Japanese art, blending historical elements with modern perspectives, marking a significant moment in contemporary art.
Shogun was so refreshing for the Japanese': Takashi Murakami on his blockbusting returnTakashi Murakami seeks to redefine Kyoto's cultural identity by exploring its violent history rather than its traditional beauty.
Takashi Murakami's Beloved, Trippy Louis Vuitton Bags Are BackTakashi Murakami's collaboration with Louis Vuitton redefined luxury fashion by merging high art with accessible style, influencing contemporary design.
Takashi Murakami Explores Japanese Tradition in New Gagosian Exhibition | stupidDOPETakashi Murakami's exhibition transforms traditional Japanese art, blending historical elements with modern perspectives, marking a significant moment in contemporary art.
Shogun was so refreshing for the Japanese': Takashi Murakami on his blockbusting returnTakashi Murakami seeks to redefine Kyoto's cultural identity by exploring its violent history rather than its traditional beauty.
Japan Once Dominated the Art Market. Is the Country Ready for a Comeback?Japanese artist Yuko Mohri subverts traditional expectations in her Venice Biennale exhibit with a playful yet poignant installation featuring rotting fruit as a power source.
The Great Wave: why has this become the defining image of our era?The Great Wave's timeless appeal transcends demographics and mediums, reflecting its adaptability and enduring relevance.
The Great Wave off Kanagawa': From a T-shirt design to illustrating Japan's new banknotesThe Great Wave off Kanagawa epitomizes the fusion of traditional Japanese art with modern global culture, symbolized by its placement on currency and merchandise.
Posthumous triumph for Japanese Pop maximalist Keiichi Tanaami at ICA MiamiKeiichi Tanaami was a pivotal figure in Japanese counterculture, influencing generations of artists through his distinctive blend of fine art and popular culture.
Remembering Master Pop Artist Keiichi Tanaami (1936-2024) - Hi-Fructose MagazineThe artist's childhood experiences during war and admiration for American culture influenced their development as a Pop Art pioneer in Japan.
The Great Wave: why has this become the defining image of our era?The Great Wave's timeless appeal transcends demographics and mediums, reflecting its adaptability and enduring relevance.
The Great Wave off Kanagawa': From a T-shirt design to illustrating Japan's new banknotesThe Great Wave off Kanagawa epitomizes the fusion of traditional Japanese art with modern global culture, symbolized by its placement on currency and merchandise.
Posthumous triumph for Japanese Pop maximalist Keiichi Tanaami at ICA MiamiKeiichi Tanaami was a pivotal figure in Japanese counterculture, influencing generations of artists through his distinctive blend of fine art and popular culture.
Remembering Master Pop Artist Keiichi Tanaami (1936-2024) - Hi-Fructose MagazineThe artist's childhood experiences during war and admiration for American culture influenced their development as a Pop Art pioneer in Japan.
Outsider art: the unique vision of Yasuhiro Ishimoto in picturesYasuhiro Ishimoto transformed his experiences from internment to becoming a notable photographer, focusing on everyday beauty and marginalized communities.
Revisiting Eikoh Hosoe's Otherworldly Images of Postwar JapanEikoh Hosoe used photography to explore themes of gender, desire, and mythology through collaborations with avant-garde artists in postwar Japan.
Outsider art: the unique vision of Yasuhiro Ishimoto in picturesYasuhiro Ishimoto transformed his experiences from internment to becoming a notable photographer, focusing on everyday beauty and marginalized communities.
Revisiting Eikoh Hosoe's Otherworldly Images of Postwar JapanEikoh Hosoe used photography to explore themes of gender, desire, and mythology through collaborations with avant-garde artists in postwar Japan.
MAD architects' biomorphic installation in japan gently bubbles out from century-old houseEphemeral Bubble installation integrates modern design into a century-old Japanese house, offering a flexible space for emotive exploration.
Review | The modern printmakers who cracked Japanese art wide openWestern influences transformed Japanese printmaking, leading to unique creative expressions in sosaku hanga art.
craft x tech exhibition spotlights collaborative craftsmanship at the V&A museumCraft x Tech 2024 bridges traditional Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary technology at the V&A Museum during the London Design Festival.
MAD architects' biomorphic installation in japan gently bubbles out from century-old houseEphemeral Bubble installation integrates modern design into a century-old Japanese house, offering a flexible space for emotive exploration.
Review | The modern printmakers who cracked Japanese art wide openWestern influences transformed Japanese printmaking, leading to unique creative expressions in sosaku hanga art.
craft x tech exhibition spotlights collaborative craftsmanship at the V&A museumCraft x Tech 2024 bridges traditional Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary technology at the V&A Museum during the London Design Festival.
20 Mesmerizing Videos of Japanese Artisans Creating Traditional HandicraftsThe 'tewaza' playlist celebrates traditional Japanese craftsmanship through visually stunning short films by skilled artisans.
Garnier & Linker Redefines Craftsmanship with "KAMI" Collection | stupidDOPEGarnier & Linker blend traditional Urushi lacquer techniques with modern design, emphasizing innovative craftsmanship.The "KAMI" collection features larger-scale applications of the Urushi technique, creating stunning furniture and light fixtures.
20 Mesmerizing Videos of Japanese Artisans Creating Traditional HandicraftsThe 'tewaza' playlist celebrates traditional Japanese craftsmanship through visually stunning short films by skilled artisans.
Garnier & Linker Redefines Craftsmanship with "KAMI" Collection | stupidDOPEGarnier & Linker blend traditional Urushi lacquer techniques with modern design, emphasizing innovative craftsmanship.The "KAMI" collection features larger-scale applications of the Urushi technique, creating stunning furniture and light fixtures.
Fantastical Totems Emerge from Clay in Yu Maeda's Vibrant SculpturesYu Maeda transforms traditional Japanese art through vibrant ceramic sculptures that express spontaneity and a connection to nature.
KEIICHI TANAAMI (1936-2024)Keiichi Tanaami's art reflected his traumatic childhood experiences of war and cultural hybridization, creating a unique blend of vibrant and psychedelic aesthetics.
Keiichi Tanaami's Vision Lives On in Rizzoli's New Monograph | stupidDOPEKeiichi Tanaami's new monograph captures his artistic legacy and multifaceted approach to postwar art following his passing in August 2023.
KEIICHI TANAAMI (1936-2024)Keiichi Tanaami's art reflected his traumatic childhood experiences of war and cultural hybridization, creating a unique blend of vibrant and psychedelic aesthetics.
Keiichi Tanaami's Vision Lives On in Rizzoli's New Monograph | stupidDOPEKeiichi Tanaami's new monograph captures his artistic legacy and multifaceted approach to postwar art following his passing in August 2023.
During Art Week Tokyo, one exhibition is rediscovering the art of Japan's 'lost decades'Ryutaro Takahashi's collection reflects 30 years of Japanese contemporary art, highlighting socio-political effects and the legacy of the bubble economy.
Portland Opera To Go's 'Shizue' brings a stirring Oregon story to stages and schools around OregonDmae Lo Roberts' chamber opera highlights Shizue Iwatsuki's resilience through art in the face of adversity during WWII.
fromstupidDOPE5 months agoHokusai's Iconic "The Great Wave" Prints to Hit Auction Block This Fall | stupidDOPEThe Great Wave continues to captivate audiences and is a symbol of Japanese culture.Upcoming auctions present a rare opportunity for collectors to acquire valuable prints.
A true multi-sensory experience': the Met celebrates Japanese poetry, calligraphy and paintingJapanese art embraces imperfection in wabi-sabi, focusing on the beauty of flaws and transience, contrary to the title of the Met's exhibition.
aheneah's knotted installation in lisbon creates an interplay between shadow and lightCelebrates interplay of shadows and light, inspired by Japanese art and filet lacework.
Review | A fascinating look at Japan's gorgeous ghost storiesJapanese Ukiyo-e prints portrayed not only realistic locations but also fantasy themes.
MFA Boston's renovated Japanese art galleries seek to inspire deeper exploration of familiar objectsRenovated Japanese art galleries at MFA Boston feature important upgrades, connecting the familiar with deeper exploration.
What to See in N.Y.C. Galleries in MayNew York gallery showcasing Japanese photographer Tamiko Nishimura's debut and her connection to the Provoke movement.
Dulwich Picture Gallery's first-ever UK exhibition of Yoshida dynasty's master printsThe UK's first exhibition dedicated to the Yoshida family showcases the evolution of Japanese printmaking and the impact of three generations of artists.