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] What Can We Do to Prevent Helping Hands from Becoming "Self-Sacrifice"? : Tyla Kulka Solo Exhibition "Ruten 9s Gallery is pleased to announce the exhibition "Ruten" by Tylakulka from Friday, 11/15/2024 to Sunday, 11/24/2024. In this interview, we will talk about the exhibition work "Fire" and its...
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] Through Stuffed Toys, a Mixed Reality of Disgust and Cuteness: Hidehiko Iijima A stuffed rabbit with only its face painted black. The soft stuffed rabbit is surrounded by hard tree branches and straight concrete blocks, creating a fresh and...
Exhibition] Group Exhibition "UPDRAFT" Rising Artist from 100 people10 2023/24 9s Gallery is pleased to announce the group exhibition ""UPDRAFT" Rising Artist" from 5/18(Sat) to 6/1(Sat), 2024, featuring Mantis, Nakamitsuki, Tylakurka, Hidehiko Iijima, and Kai Inoue.