HIROKO SAIGUSS
I initiated my artistic journey at the tender age of 3, residing in Tokyo. Following my graduation from an art school, I earned acceptance into Central Saint Martins, London. My paintings have graced exhibitions in prominent locations such as Belgium, Vienna, London, Paris, and New York, garnering numerous awards and featuring appearances on television. I proudly stand as the sole Japanese artist dedicated to conveying the allure of Japanese culture through my art.
My artistic endeavors center around the transformation of salvation into art, as outlined in my Biography and Artist Statement. This narrative delves into the methods and effects integral to my creative process.
My background as a fortune teller exposes me to individuals in contemporary society grappling with troubles, anxiety, and suffering. Rather than mere "hope for the future," many seek "salvation" from their current predicaments. The overarching theme of my artwork is to aid and uphold the salvation of those in distress, utilizing both the spoken word as a fortune teller and visual artistry as an artist.
In response to this thematic exploration, I have honed a distinctive artistic approach, melding action painting and sparse painting techniques. Action painting, characterized by impulsive brushwork, harmonizes with sparse painting, known for its restrained and diluted expressions. Through this fusion, I aspire to unveil the silence resonating within the passion depicted on the canvas, evoking a profound sense of tranquility and serenity in the viewer.
Exhibition History:
Solo Exhibitions:
2016: Bar Foxy, Tokyo
2019: ARTIFFACT Gallery, New York
2019: Hiroko Saigusa solo exhibition, Seoul
Group Exhibitions:
1995: Komeiren Oil Painting Exhibition, Yamanashi Prefectural Museum, Yamanashi
1997: Design Festa Vol.6, Tokyo
1999: Kyobashi Gallery, Tokyo
1999: Park of the Future, Amsterdam International Art, Amsterdam
2015: Hive Gallery, Los Angeles
2015: The Artcomplex Center, Tokyo
2016: Rectoverso Gallery, Tokyo
2016: Gen Exhibition, National Art Center, Tokyo
2016: Gen Exhibition, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Tokyo
2017: Japan-China-Korea Art Exhibition, Tsukuba Museum of Art, Ibaraki
2017: Gen Exhibition, National Art Center, Tokyo
2018: Agora Museum, New York
2018: Japan-China-Korea Art Exhibition, Tsukuba Museum of Art, Ibaraki
2018: Gen Exhibition, National Art Center, Tokyo
2018: Japan-Korea Contemporary Art Association, Tokyo
2018: SPACES – Palazzo Ca’ Zanardi, Venice
2018: 12th Gwangju Biennale, Seoul
2018: Galleria Monteoliveto, Paris
2018: SPECTRUM (Represented by Agora Museum), Miami
2019: Creators – Artists of the Era Beyond Heisei – Kanazawa 21st Century Museum, Ishikawa
2019: International Exhibition, Athens
2019: Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna
2020: WHAT CAFE POP UP SHOW with 100 ART WORKS, WHAT CAFE, Tokyo
2023: Stepping Into a World in NY Adachi Motoichi x Kyoko Sato group exhibition