Mieko Matsumaru Exhibition "Lost in Graphics"

Mieko Matsumaru solo exhibition "lost in graphics" @ryubo_official 9/5 - 9/11.

沖縄唯一のデパート、RYUBOさんのアートギャラリーにて、松丸三枝子作品展を開催させて頂きました。これまでグラフィックデザイナーとして長年つとめ、最近ではデジタルアーティストとして活動の幅を広げさせて頂いている中で、原点である『グラフィック』という部分にフォーカスして作品を制作。
商業的にグラフィックデザインとして高く評価されたものやその背景などをベースに制作することで、年代国籍問わず、どこか『懐かしい』と感じる作品作りを心がけました。実際に、『すごく和を感じるね』と日本人の来場者が、『1920年代の頃のアメリカみたいだね』とアメリカ人の来場者がおっしゃっていたのが印象的です。

また、沖縄を舞台とした作品展なので、沖縄の植物(ハイビスカス、デイゴ、ブーゲンビリアなど)をモチーフにした作品などを、この展示のために制作。県内の飲食店やホテルにご購入頂き、沖縄の土地に私のグラフィックアートが残されていくことに嬉しく思います。

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My solo exhibition was held at the art gallery of RYUBO, the only department store in Okinawa. Having worked as a graphic designer for many years and recently expanded my activities as a digital artist, I focused on the aspect of "graphics," which is my origin, in creating my works. By basing my creations on commercially acclaimed graphic designs and their backgrounds, I aimed to create works that evoke a sense of nostalgia regardless of age or nationality. It was impressive to hear Japanese visitors say, "It really evokes a sense of Japanese,” while American visitors commented, "It feels like the 1920s in America." Additionally, as this was an exhibition set in Okinawa, I created works featuring Okinawan plants such as hibiscus, daygo, and bougainvillea specifically for this exhibition. I am delighted that my graphic art will be left in Okinawa through purchases by local restaurants and hotels.

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So grateful for to see many visitors during the exhibition!

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These are AR art, play animation and music on the screen of smart phones. (Please try with the QR code on the right down the corner)

Minsa Landscape

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The Great Okinawa Gatsby

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Left: Tropical Mood, Right: Tropical Bouquet

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Bouganvillea and Sunshine

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Laser engraved wooden cups, collab with Sansai Kobo from Kyoto

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Laser engraved wooden plates, collar with Sansai kobo from Kyoto

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