Tomo Mori

Kimono Soul - Grandma Was in My Dream Last Night, Abstract Painting

2020

Artist Comments
Vintage kimono fabrics found in Japan carefully cut and arranged into a new composition. "The process gives new life to old and no longer used things," says Tomo. Part of her signature series of collage work created with a technique she calls 'canvas mosaic.' Developed over the last ten years, Tomo cuts fabric and then meticulously adheres each piece to stretched canvas. She draws inspiration from traditional mosaic making.

About the Artist
Tomo Mori finds herself drawn to images that are melting, dripping, streaming and flowing. Her process is extremely meticulous yet spontaneous in its execution, allowing natural instinct to guide the creativity and fluidity of the work. Tomo's signature technique is collage made of canvas on canvas, a style that adds depth and dimension to her work. Born in Osaka, Japan, her family moved to Tokyo when she was four, where she recalls happy family memories under the cherry blossoms. She is now based in New York, and when she's not making art, Tomo likes spending time with her family and dancing.

Words that describe this painting: Japanese, Japan, kimono, fiber art, textiles, Asian, abstract, fashion, non-representational, mixed media artwork, black

Kimono Soul - Grandma Was in My Dream Last Night
Tomo Mori
Vintage Japanese kimono fabric and acrylic paint on stretched canvas
Painting wraps around edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on back
2020
12 in. h x 9 in. w x .75 in. d
1 lbs. 14 oz.