Gone, but not forgotten

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Kumiko is a Japanese artist who embarked on her journey as an abstract painter in her 50s.Her artistic concept revolves around the profound question, “What does it mean to live?” Her works translate intangible memories, emotions, and thoughts into visible forms, using elements of “nature” as metaphors on canvas. Her artwork is distinguished by its rich textures. Utilizing the impasto technique, she layers paint thickly, each layer representing the immense overlap of time and space. The drawing marks within these layers capture the invisible movements and connections of energy. These textured depths invite viewers into contemplation, drawing them into a deeper understanding of the visual dialogue she creates.Born in Kyoto, Japan.B.A. in Faculty of Law, Keio UniversityAWARDS2024 Selected First Runner-Up for the public exhibition “STEPPING INTO A WORLD III” hosted by Japan Contemporaries.2022 Selected for the public exhibition "Depicting Japan's Nature" hosted by the Ueno Royal Museum.

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