"Graphic Arts Exhibition from Japan titled 'WAVE - New Currents' Makes Its First Appearance in North America"
The art world is abuzz with excitement as the groundbreaking exhibition "WAVE - New Currents in Japanese Graphic Arts" makes its North American debut in Los Angeles. This captivating showcase, set to travel to other major venues, presents a diverse range of styles within contemporary Japanese graphic arts, emphasizing innovative approaches such as collage, abstraction, and reinterpretations of traditional motifs like waves and natural elements.
The exhibition introduces the work of 55 Japanese contemporary artists, including veterans like Teruhiko Yumura, Akira Uno, and Keiichi Tanaami, as well as young talents such as Masanori Ushiki, Jenny Kaori, Yusuke Hanai, Jun Oson, and Mayu Yukishita. The diverse and expressive art scene little known outside Japan is brought to the forefront, offering a place of new discovery that transcends physical and conceptual boundaries.
The works on display extend beyond the well-known manga and anime styles, showcasing a wide array of influential styles including heta-uma, pop art, and photorealism. The exhibition is curated by artists Kintaro Takahashi and Hiro Sugiyama, ensuring a thoughtful and engaging exploration of the currents shaping Japanese graphic arts today.
Admission to the exhibition is complimentary, and it will run from September 18 to November 28, 2021, at 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028. Walk-ins are invited, and the gallery is open daily from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Following its successful run in Los Angeles, the "WAVE" exhibition is set to travel to other major venues, though the exact locations after Los Angeles are not yet specified. Keep an eye on our website for updates on related programs and the exhibition's itinerary beyond Los Angeles.
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- The vibrant art community in Los Angeles is set to be enriched by the exhibition, "WAVE - New Currents in Japanese Graphic Arts," which presents a diverse range of styles within contemporary Japanese graphic arts.
- The captivating showcase, featuring the work of 55 Japanese contemporary artists, offers art enthusiasts and those with an interest in Japanese culture a place of new discoveries, transcending physical and conceptual boundaries.
- The "WAVE" exhibition, curated by artists Kintaro Takahashi and Hiro Sugiyama, extends beyond traditional manga and anime styles, showcasing a wide array of influential styles including heta-uma, pop art, and photorealism.
- After its successful run in Los Angeles, the "WAVE" exhibition is set to travel to other major venues, immersing various communities in a deeper understanding and appreciation of Japanese graphic arts and culture.
