From October 18 to November 2, 2024, GARDE Gallery is hosting a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Tomomi Taoka, titled “COODE ’24: FRUiTS JUICE DRINKS (+ OLD SPICES).”
Held at the gallery inside GARDE’s headquarters, which is known for its numerous art and spatial design projects, we spoke with Taoka about her creative process and her connection to fashion culture, a major influence on her work.
We also interviewed the exhibition’s curator, art critic Mare Isakari, who shared his expectations for this show.
The Importance of a “Present” That Embraces the “Future” in Lasting Art
Curator Mare Isakari began by explaining that because paintings endure for generations, it is important for them to continuously “reborn” as times change. He expressed his hope that people would focus on the “contemporary” aesthetics reflected in Taoka’s works, and through this exhibition, he wishes to bring her art to a wider audience.
What is the Origin of the Unique Concept of “Creating Paintings Through Coordination”
When creating her works, Taoka draws inspiration from Harajuku street fashion, where even items with little standalone value can gain significance through coordination. She applies this same concept to her art, combining paintings with three-dimensional objects or repurposing old works, using unconventional methods that break away from the traditional norms of painting.
No matter how far she strays from the conventional, Taoka explains that just as “clothing remains clothing,” her work is “still a painting in the end.” By updating traditional values, she presents her art in a way that doesn’t require specialized knowledge to appreciate, allowing each individual to enjoy it through their own personal sense of beauty.
These works, which possess a unique charm precisely because they break free from conventional boundaries, are best experienced in person. We invite you to visit the gallery during the exhibition period and fully immerse yourself in the art.
For more information on the artist’s profile and the exhibited pieces, please click here.
Tomomi Taoka Solo Exhibition “COODE ’24 : FRUiTS JUICE DRINKS (+ OLD SPICES)”
Dates: October 18 (Fri.) – November 2 (Sat.), 2024 (Closed on Sundays and holidays)
Hours: 11:00 – 18:00
Venue: GARDE Gallery (NBF ALLIANCE Building 4F, 5-2-1 Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Admission: Free
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