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AYAME
Ayame is a self-taught artist living and working in Japan. She has began exhibiting her works since 2014. In 2020, she became a student of Kenki Tsujimoto to further refine her artistic skills. Her current works, which focus on the theme of “warm light,” primarily depict a girl shining brightly and surrounded by objects in her childhood memories such as stuffed animals and candies.
AYAME
A WARM LIGHT, 2023
acylic on canvas
80 x 80 cm
DAYDREAM
The upcoming exhibition, scheduled from September 8th to September 30th, 2023, will present a new collection titled "Daydream." This exhibit brings together artworks from 12 artists representing various countries. The term "Daydream" itself is a product of imagination, where individuals invest their hopes and ambitious aspirations, momentarily detaching dreamers from their surroundings and immersing them in a state of exploratory contemplation. Although daydreams are often perceived as absurd and unattainable, carrying a sense of unreachability, it seems that in the modern world, people are gradually losing the knack for dreaming. It's as if only a grounded approach to life, firmly rooted in reality, is deemed effective against the void. However, the truth is that these internal fantasies serve as a positive internal driving force, adding depth to an otherwise mundane existence. The ethereal glow of daydreams shouldn't necessarily be intentionally shielded, as at times they carry desires and courage, ultimately evolving into a wellspring of inspiration.
16MEI
16mei was born in 1995 and now base in Japan. Her works reflect her childhood fears, a sense of vulnerability and a pursuit of beauty in life. Each artwork is a true reflection of her inner world, like dreams deeply hidden in her subconsciousness. Through her artistic creations, she confronts her fears and breaks through herself, just as the artist said: “You must know how to look at fear, as if it's breathing, and have a direct conversation with it."
16 MEI
DREAM AND ..., 2023
acrylic and mixed media on canvas
45.5 x 53 cm
CHEESE ARNON
Cheese Arnon (1986, Thailand) lives and works in Thailand. He started learning traditional art through self-study, attempting various techniques that many famous artists before him had showcased. Through diverse forms of learning and training, his final works emerged in various artistic styles with the “fox” as the main character. Overall, his creations exude a sense of power, often portraying the image of the fox with a metallic texture that contrasts with its surroundings, giving the images a strong sculptural quality. These whimsical and mischievous images appear as if embarking on an adventure during a journey, with each picture resembling a specific plot in a story, igniting the viewer’s imagination and curiosity.
CHEESE ARNON
WEIRD DREAM, 2023
acrylic on canvas
80 x 60 cm
COTOH TSUMI
Cotoh Tsumi is a Japanese Artist that has been active in the art scene since 2017, transitioning from an illustrator to a contemporary artist. He offers a unique interpretation of commercial illustration and printing techniques. Proficient in a soft and colorful style, he delicately captures the ever-changing expressions of girls through his brushstrokes, drawing inspiration from their eyes. In Japan, his works are often regarded as commercial pop culture items. As a contemporary artist, he continues to explore different ways of depicting urban young women that deviate from today’s norm.
COTOH TSUMI
NO.1476_B, 2023
acrylic on wood panel
60.6 x 60.6 cm
CY WANG
CY Wang was born in Taiwan in 1981 and now base in Hong Kong. From photography to installations and painting, each field displays his captivating imagination and unique aesthetic perspective. As a representative of the “comic” generation, his extensive works reflect the intersection of popular culture, historical culture, and art culture. He uncovers the relationships between the new generation, the internet, electronic games, social media, exploring the cultural and social perspectives of the younger generation.
CY WANG
The Moon Represents My Heart， 2023
acrylic on canvas
120 x 90 cm
FAOZEE
Faozee (B.1998) lives and works in Thailand. He perceives art as a language to communicates the artist’s thoughts and emotions. Influenced by Japanese anime characters and films, Faozee describes his works as “changing with age and maturity.” Currently, his art falls under the realm of surrealism. Through his works, the artist primarily tells his views and insights on social issues, using various elements to symbolize or metaphorically represent human behaviors.
FAOZEE
BEDROOM, 2023
oil on canvas
70 x 80 cm
MALAMAI
Malamai (B.1997) is living and working in Thailand. She is a graduate of Silpakorn University with a Bachelor's degree of Fine Arts in Painting, Sculpture, and Graphic Arts. The artist's work revolves around a dreaming girl named “Mui". Mui is a sensitive girl who often appears with a solemn expression, occasionally shedding tears. Her youthful innocence comforts adults who resist growing up, and she listens to every story held within the artist's heart. Like an imagined friend, she accompanies every moment of the artist's life, sometimes even mirroring the artist herself. In the artwork, Mui's nose and eyes are often depicted as red, symbolizing her allergic reactions to pollen. Despite being allergic, Mui chooses to embrace the flowers she loves. Through the portrayal of Mui, the artist employs allergy symptoms to represent her own intricate sensitivity, telling her personal stories and true feelings. The artist wishes to deliver a message to her audience: no matter what situation you are in, face the difficulties with a positive and courageous attitude.
MALAMAI
SHH I’ M SLEEPING, 2023
oil on linen
60 x 80 cm
I WAYAN SARCITA YASA
I Wayan Sarcita Yasa from Bali, Indonesia, is a young artist born in the year 2000. He is currently studying at the Indonesian Institute of the Arts Yogyakarta. His artworks predominantly feature black and white tones. For the artist, the scenes he portrays are deeply rooted in his childhood memories. He use black and white to depict his past memory. The eyes are painted in color to symbolize his vibrant soul and surging thoughts, signifying that the feelings preserved within his mind remain vividly alive.
I WAYAN SARCITA YASA
PLAYING THE GUITAR, 2023
acrylic on canvas
50 x 50 cm
NINA PARK
Nina Park (B.1990) is a popular contemporary illustrator from South Korea, graduated from Kingston University in the UK with a degree in illustration. Her works are featured by their unique urban street style. Park primarily depicts daily life of her own in her scenes. Enjoying moments of cuddling her cat, sipping coffee, reading books, and taking walks on nearby streets to experience the changing seasons, her free-spirited and relaxed lifestyle is translated onto the canvas as delicate and heartwarming daily scenes. Nina Park’s works aim to view the world from a female perspective and become a “mirror to the soul” for young girls, conveying the message that “every young person going through confusion is not alone.” For Nina Park, free drawing generates a sense of contentment as if “the body hasn’t moved, yet the mind has traveled far,” allowing her to cherish everything she loves without being bothered by external criticism.
NINA PARK
VIOLET BATHTIME, 2023
acrylic on canvas
90.9 x 72.7 cm
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