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KAWAII KANJI WHISPERS PURPLE
Ioam Yumako
Painting - 138 x 130 x 5 cm Painting - 54.3 x 51.2 x 2 inch
$6,233
Painting : oil
140 x 112 x 5 cm 55.1 x 44.1 x 2 inch
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Unique work
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Hand-signed by artist
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Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the artist
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Medium
Painting: oil
Dimensions cm • inch
140 x 112 x 5 cm 55.1 x 44.1 x 2 inch Height x Width x Depth
Framing
Not framed
Artwork sold in perfect condition
Artwork location: France
2011, Unique Artwork
Oil on Canvas
55 1/10 × 44 1/10 in – 140 × 112 cm
The artwork is dated and signed by the Artist & stamped with the logo of the Artist’s studio on verso of the canvas
serie “Ioam’s Portrait Gallery : Wonderland Chronicles”
In the enchanting realm of Ioam Yumako’s artistic expression emerges a captivating canvas series titled “Ioam’s Portrait Gallery: Wonderland Chronicles.” This collection, a testament to Yumako’s diverse influences, finds its roots not only in the whimsical world of Wonderland but also in his deep fascination with Japanese art and culture.
Born in Szczecin Stettin, Poland, in 1977, Yumako’s cultural journey began with his move to Germany in 1981. Growing up in this diverse environment, he developed an early admiration for Japanese culture, particularly manga and anime. This fascination, coupled with his exposure to Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland tales, created a unique synergy that manifests in the Wonderland Chronicles.
The series reflects Yumako’s desire to meld two distinct cultural influences into a seamless narrative. Wonderland, with its fantastical characters and surreal landscapes, becomes a canvas upon which Yumako fuses the aesthetic allure of Japanese art. The iconic characters of Wonderland are not just subjects; they are conduits through which he channels the emotive depth and visual intricacies characteristic of Japanese artistic traditions.
Yumako’s exploration of Wonderland through the lens of Japanese art is a deliberate choice, showcasing his ability to transcend cultural boundaries and create a universal visual language. Each portrait in the series becomes a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western influences, a celebration of the interconnectedness of artistic traditions.
The meticulous strokes that define Wonderland’s characters are imbued with the finesse of Japanese artistic techniques. Yumako’s admiration for the attention to detail in traditional Japanese art, whether in ukiyo-e woodblock prints or the delicate precision of calligraphy, resonates within each brushstroke. The Wonderland Chronicles thus become a canvas where East and West converge, creating a visual symphony that transcends cultural specificity.
“Ioam’s Portrait Gallery: Wonderland Chronicles” serves as a testament to Yumako’s belief in the universality of art. The series invites viewers not only to rediscover the timeless magic of Wonderland but also to witness the seamless integration of Japanese aesthetics, fostering a cross-cultural dialogue within the whimsical narratives painted by Ioam Yumako’s visionary brush.
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galerie jacob paulett • France
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Ioam Yumako, aka Milosh Herzig, is a Polish painter born in Szczecin Stettin, Poland in 1977. In 1981, he moved to Germany with his parents. He studied graphic design and began experimenting with digital photography. He lives and works in Berlin.
He mostly draws inspiration from Japanese art mainly manga and animation. One can find various elements from different schools of manga, but Ioam works mainly with the Neo-pop theme. The various social and cultural origins help him expand his creative spectrum. His work is about manufacturing fine oil painting with contemporary Japanese patterns. In his major works, he focuses on details such as eyes of the figures, and with the help of light and color, he is able to enrich the painting through an illusion of movement. He usually paints feminine and masculine faces, or neutral sexes, he is able to show the nature of the character, simply by capturing the facial expression.
In his artistic approach, the artist combines the hyper-realist aspect with pop technicolor culture. He highlights the eyes of his figures. Yumako uses elements from animation movies and paints them like a direct insinuation of rebellion against the Western culture. His characters emanate innocence, purity and wisdom. In his most abstract work, he explores the darkest emotions possible, like sadness, despair and emptiness. Yumako's charm leans on fine oil painting techniques, he mixes this with a modern pop art look, giving his work an ironic look of mass consumption and culture. The manga characters have been part of the traditional pop culture for a while, but their personality has managed to retain integrity and chastity. Yumako is able to remind us of the old tradition and at the same time conserve the plastic Neo-pop look in his portraits.
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