Fantasia: Go Yayanagi, Nobuko Watabiki and Miyako Terakura

HK H Queen’s 8/F

2024.05.18 – 06.15

Deeply influenced by his sojourn in South America and Africa in the 1950s, Go Yayanagi’s artistic pursuit is rooted from his daily interaction and studies of nature and animals. His works are characterised by fanciful figures, refined black lines and vibrant colors. Yayanagi coined the term ‘Pop-Uki’, which combines ‘Pop Art’ and ‘Ukiyo-e’ to describe his unique style of paintings and prints. The artist views Ukiyo-e as a traditional form of Japanese Pop Art and aims to incorporate contemporary pop culture and personal experiences into this traditional medium, employing a fresh aesthetic approach.

Adam et Eve

1967
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.3 × 162.1 cm

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Bird

1971
Oil, acrylic on canvas
50.0 × 60.6 cm

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The Kingdom of Sun

1983
Oil, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 130.0 cm

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Fashion Society

1980
Oil, acrylic on canvas
112.0 × 162.0 cm

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Ocean... till Now No.3

1975
Oil painting, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 112.0 cm

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Kaleidoscope

1970
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.0 × 162.0 cm

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Rise up!

2022
Panel, Canvas, Acrylic, Oil painting
60.8 × 72.7cm

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Earth Coexistence

2022
Oil, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 130.0 cm

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Danse de meduse

1969
Oil, acrylic on canvas
45.5 × 53.0 cm

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Adam et Eve

1967
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.3 × 162.1 cm

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Bird

1971
Oil, acrylic on canvas
50.0 × 60.6 cm

Price: Private

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The Kingdom of Sun

1983
Oil, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 130.0 cm

Price: Private

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Fashion Society

1980
Oil, acrylic on canvas
112.0 × 162.0 cm

Price: Private

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Ocean... till Now No.3

1975
Oil painting, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 112.0 cm

Price: Private

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Kaleidoscope

1970
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.0 × 162.0 cm

Price: Private

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Rise up!

2022
Panel, Canvas, Acrylic, Oil painting
60.8 × 72.7cm

Price: Private

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Earth Coexistence

2022
Oil, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 130.0 cm

Price: Private

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Danse de meduse

1969
Oil, acrylic on canvas
45.5 × 53.0 cm

Sold

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Adam et Eve

1967
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.3 × 162.1 cm

Price: Private

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Bird

1971
Oil, acrylic on canvas
50.0 × 60.6 cm

Price: Private

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The Kingdom of Sun

1983
Oil, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 130.0 cm

Price: Private

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Fashion Society

1980
Oil, acrylic on canvas
112.0 × 162.0 cm

Price: Private

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Ocean... till Now No.3

1975
Oil painting, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 112.0 cm

Price: Private

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Kaleidoscope

1970
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.0 × 162.0 cm

Price: Private

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Rise up!

2022
Panel, Canvas, Acrylic, Oil painting
60.8 × 72.7cm

Price: Private

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Earth Coexistence

2022
Oil, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 130.0 cm

Price: Private

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Danse de meduse

1969
Oil, acrylic on canvas
45.5 × 53.0 cm

Sold

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Danse de meduse

1969
Oil, acrylic on canvas
45.5 × 53.0 cm

Sold

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Adam et Eve

1967
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.3 × 162.1 cm

Price: Private

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Bird

1971
Oil, acrylic on canvas
50.0 × 60.6 cm

Price: Private

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The Kingdom of Sun

1983
Oil, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 130.0 cm

Price: Private

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Fashion Society

1980
Oil, acrylic on canvas
112.0 × 162.0 cm

Price: Private

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Ocean... till Now No.3

1975
Oil painting, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 112.0 cm

Price: Private

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Kaleidoscope

1970
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.0 × 162.0 cm

Price: Private

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Rise up!

2022
Panel, Canvas, Acrylic, Oil painting
60.8 × 72.7cm

Price: Private

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Earth Coexistence

2022
Oil, acrylic on canvas
162.0 × 130.0 cm

Price: Private

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Danse de meduse

1969
Oil, acrylic on canvas
45.5 × 53.0 cm

Sold

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Adam et Eve

1967
Oil, acrylic on canvas
130.3 × 162.1 cm

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Adam et Eve
Bird
The Kingdom of Sun
Fashion Society
Ocean... till Now No.3
Kaleidoscope
Rise up!
Earth Coexistence
Danse de meduse

Getting Started at Age 89

Go Yayanagi Interview

ABOUT

GO YAYANAGI

GO YAYANAGI

Born in Hokkaido, Go Yayanagi’s artistic pursuits were deeply influenced by his daily interaction and studies of animals, birds, and fish. After completing his studies at university, Yayanagi embarked on a two-year journey through the Mediterranean and Brazil, engaging in various creative activities. In the late 1960s, he further developed his skills at Atelier 17 in Paris, where he apprenticed under the venerable Stanley William Hayter. This experience allowed him to master the art of etching and lithography, laying the foundation for his paintings in the 1970s and 1980s, which incorporated similar elements of composition and colour. Inspired by his Japanese heritage and extensive travels, Yayanagi’s vibrant creations represent a captivating fusion of wildlife patterns and cultural nuances.

Yayanagi coined the term ‘Pop-Uki’, which combines ‘Pop Art’ and ‘Ukiyo-e’ to describe his unique style of paintings and prints. His works are characterised by clean, refined black lines and vibrant colours. Yayanagi views Ukiyo-e as a traditional form of Japanese Pop Art and aims to incorporate contemporary pop culture and personal experiences into this traditional medium, employing a fresh aesthetic approach. His artworks have been featured in various exhibitions, including the 11th St. Paul Biennial (1957), the 2nd Frenchen International Print Biennial (1972), and the 5th British International Print Biennial (1976).

Nobuko Watabiki painted in a uniquely curious style: ominous and joyful at the same time. The colorful, quirky characters may be her self-portrait, belying the deep introspection and path of self-discovery. The artist explored photo collage works at the beginning of her artist path and gradually established her distinctive style that utilizes Washi (Japanese paper) and oil pastel. By rubbing layers of oil pastel against Japanese paper, Watabiki creates a distinctive, fibrous and pilled texture that oozes softness and a sense of warmth. The intriguing motif, sense of void from the eyes of the characters and the prosaic title leave unforgettable resonance to audiences.

What had I been doing?!

2008
Panel, Japanese Paper, Oil pastel, Ink
72.7 × 60.6cm

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Two Malicious Souls

2007
Oil on canvas
80.3 × 65.2 cm

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Draw near-4

2023
Acrylic on canvas
150.0 × 180.0 cm

Price: Private

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What had I been doing?!

2008
Panel, Japanese Paper, Oil pastel, Ink
72.7 × 60.6cm

Price: Private

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Two Malicious Souls

2007
Oil on canvas
80.3 × 65.2 cm

Price: Private

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Draw near-4

2023
Acrylic on canvas
150.0 × 180.0 cm

Price: Private

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What had I been doing?!

2008
Panel, Japanese Paper, Oil pastel, Ink
72.7 × 60.6cm

Price: Private

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Two Malicious Souls

2007
Oil on canvas
80.3 × 65.2 cm

Price: Private

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Draw near-4

2023
Acrylic on canvas
150.0 × 180.0 cm

Price: Private

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What had I been doing?!

2008
Panel, Japanese Paper, Oil pastel, Ink
72.7 × 60.6cm

Price: Private

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Two Malicious Souls

2007
Oil on canvas
80.3 × 65.2 cm

Price: Private

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Draw near-4

2023
Acrylic on canvas
150.0 × 180.0 cm

Price: Private

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What had I been doing?!
Two Malicious Souls
Draw near-4

ABOUT

NOBUKO WATABIKI

NOBUKO WATABIKI

Lives and works in Hamburg, Germany, since 2008. Studies printing at Musashino Art School. While working at the advertising company and the nursing institution for the handicapped, she starts devoting to her art. Watabiki explores the photo collage works at the beginning and gradually establishes her distinctive style that uses washi paper, textile and oil pastel. Her theme extends from self-examination to engagement with others. The intriguing motif and the prosaic title leave unforgettable resonance. Nominated two years consecutive for VOCA Exhibition which is considered as the gateway to success for rising talents in 1997 and 1998. Her exhibitions are highly appreciated not only in Japan but also Europe mainly in Germany, South America, etc. Since 2011 joins the project TEGAMI which delivers letters to encourage and support people in Fukushima.

Miyako Terakura combines slip-casting and hand-molding techniques to create ceramic sculptures portraying infants and children with delicate expressions. She gives life and uniqueness to each of her creations by adding a rosy glow or a glaze of enamel to cheeks, noses, and lips. The artist puts a particularly large amount of emotion into painting their eyes, as if this effort imbues each figure with a soul. It is her wish that as the sculptures are fired and the porcelain hardens, they become vessels that draw in the prayers of people.

Go with the Flow

2023
Ceramic
26.8 × 28.0 × 54.0 cm

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Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Hold

2023
Ceramic
24.0 × 28.6 × 34.0 cm

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Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Look

2023
Ceramic
26.0 × 25.8 × 41.5 cm

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White small Flame

2023
Ceramic
12.5 × 12.5 × 21.0 cm

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Go with the Flow

2023
Ceramic
26.8 × 28.0 × 54.0 cm

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Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Hold

2023
Ceramic
24.0 × 28.6 × 34.0 cm

Price: Private

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Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Look

2023
Ceramic
26.0 × 25.8 × 41.5 cm

Price: Private

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White small Flame

2023
Ceramic
12.5 × 12.5 × 21.0 cm

Price: Private

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Go with the Flow

2023
Ceramic
26.8 × 28.0 × 54.0 cm

Price: Private

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Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Hold

2023
Ceramic
24.0 × 28.6 × 34.0 cm

Price: Private

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Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Look

2023
Ceramic
26.0 × 25.8 × 41.5 cm

Price: Private

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White small Flame

2023
Ceramic
12.5 × 12.5 × 21.0 cm

Price: Private

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White small Flame

2023
Ceramic
12.5 × 12.5 × 21.0 cm

Price: Private

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Go with the Flow

2023
Ceramic
26.8 × 28.0 × 54.0 cm

Price: Private

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Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Hold

2023
Ceramic
24.0 × 28.6 × 34.0 cm

Price: Private

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Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Look

2023
Ceramic
26.0 × 25.8 × 41.5 cm

Price: Private

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White small Flame

2023
Ceramic
12.5 × 12.5 × 21.0 cm

Price: Private

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Go with the Flow

2023
Ceramic
26.8 × 28.0 × 54.0 cm

Price: Private

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Go with the Flow
Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Hold
Clouds, Stars and Rabbits - Look
White small Flame

From Clay to Art | What Ceramics Mean to Miyako Terakura

Miyako Terakura Interview

ABOUT

MIYAKO TERAKURA

MIYAKO TERAKURA

Terakura graduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts in 2017 and pursued a master’s programme in Crafts (Ceramics) in 2020. Additionally, she spent half a year studying at the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Fine Arts in Poland in 2018. Terakura’s artistic style is distinctive, as she combines slip-casting and hand-building techniques to create stunning ceramic sculptures portraying infants and children. Through her work, Terakura aims to symbolise naivety and remind viewers of the undiluted stage of life.

Despite their individual styles and cultural backgrounds, one thing that these artists have in common is their embracement of boundaryless imagination. Through their innovative works, they invite viewers to delve into their whimsical narrative and engage with the world in an exceptional way.

Fantasia: Go Yayanagi, Nobuko Watabiki and Miyako Terakura
2024.05.18 – 06.15

HONG KONG / H Queen’s

8F / H Queen’s, 80 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong
Tel: +852 2523 8001
Fax: +852 2523 8005
Opening Hours: 11:00 - 19:00
Closed: Sunday, Monday
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