MASAMI

I live in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture. Ever since I was a child, I’ve loved catching and raising insects. After being bitten by a monkey in elementary school, I’ve never been comfortable around dogs or cats. In 2021, I discovered texture art and felt it was meant to be. Within the world of texture art, which is primarily abstract, I wanted to express the creatures I love. So, using my own unique technique that combines flowers and animals, I’ve created a series of animal-themed artworks. At the same time, I use ink and pens to depict tiny worlds on 5-cm-square mini canvases. I aim to create art that soothes the viewer’s heart. Currently, I create artworks ranging from 5 cm square mini-canvases to size 20. Orders can be placed via Instagram. February 2023: Exhibited at the 28th Japanese Art Exhibition at the Ueno Royal Museum June 2023: 2nd Japan-France Friendship Original Stamp Exhibition in Paris Grand Prize for Contribution to Japan-France Friendship June 2023: Encouragement Award at “The Square,” Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse April 2024: Ranked No. 1 in the Visitors’ Choice Award at the “Hanami Exhibition” at Gallery-01 in Osaka <Upcoming Exhibitions> August 23–25, 2024: Takarazuka Arts and Culture Festival October 4–6, 2024 NAGOYA.CONNECT October 12–22, 2024 Mother and Daughter Two-Person Exhibition, Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture November 26–December 1, 2024 JTAA Aichi 2nd Group Exhibition