I have always been a great fan of Japanese woodblock print artists. I find the woodblock print artists t to be excellent in perfecting the woodblock print techniques. The Japanese woodblock prints had many advantages and were beneficial technology for its day. The more the Japanese publishers began to print woodblock art, the easier it…
One of my favorite Japanese artists is Yoshimoto Nara. I first saw his work in an interior design magazine and have loved it ever since. Yoshitomo Nara is one of Japan’s most essential and famous contemporary artists. Many of his works of art sell for record-breaking figures; this makes him a market-driven artist. His art…
One of Japan’s most interesting artistic styles is the Ukiyo-e woodblock prints style. Even today, the Japanese woodblock prints are considered beautiful and relevant. The Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock print art style flourished during the Edo Period 1615- 1868. The Shoguns ruled Japan’s social hierarchy. Merchants had money but no political power; they discovered they could…
Throughout the centuries, Japan has produced some amazing artists. Even today, several Japanese artists are prevalent throughout the world. Japanese artists are good because Japan has a long history of art being at the forefront of Japanese culture. Japanese artists also believe in not just hard work but also consistent practice. The Japanese artist is…
Perhaps no other contemporary Chinese artist is as popular as Ai Wei Wei. Most people, when they think of contemporary Chinese art, they think of Ai Wei Wei. Ai Wei Wei is an extremely captivating artist who produces some amazing art installations. His art speaks of political activism as he continues to place himself in…
Yayoi Kusama is a Japanese artist who is well-known around the world. She has produced a variety of artworks that have been shown in many major museums around the world. Yayoi Kusama calls herself an obsessional artist or an artist who does stereotypical repetition. Her art does not fit into one single art movement. Kusama…
Anyone traveling to Hawaii should also learn a bit about Hawaii’s art and culture. Hawaiian art has a fascinating history. Hawaiian art is divided into three main periods of art: pre-European art, Nonnative Hawaiian Art, and Hawaiian Art With Western Influences. After Captain Cook arrived in Hawaii in 1773, traditional Hawaiian art changed as Western…
Takashi Murakami is one of the most successful and well-known Japanese artists. His art teacher once called him “talentless” and said he had no ability to put any colors together. Today Takashi Murakami is considered an artistic trailblazer blazer. Takashi Murakami’s art successfully blurs the art lines between high and low culture. Takashi has successfully…
I am fascinated by Japanese Woodblock prints. It is amazing how the Japanese woodblock artists execute their art using this woodblock technique. A Japanese woodblock print is, as the name implies, a print that is made by using carved woodblock and applying ink on the woodblocks to print a design on paper. The Japanese…
Many may think they are the same when they look at Chinese and Japanese art. But the truth is that there are distinct differences between both Japanese and Chinese art. The main differences between Japanese and Chinese art include the materials used and how they were executed. Religion played a significant role in influencing both…