Kumikaho Oshima, an avant-garde force in Japanese art, deftly wields satire as her chosen artistic tool, skillfully dissecting the nuanced influences of the West on Japanese culture. Firmly rooted in the dynamic currents of the neo-pop art movement, Oshima's creations serve as powerful vehicles challenging the appropriation of Western symbols within the cultural landscape.
At the core of Oshima's compelling narrative lies a profound exploration into the ever-shifting morals and desires of Japanese women. Her artistic canvas, adorned with symbolic elements such as Barbie dolls and US dollars, becomes a vivid tableau illustrating modern ideals and perceived necessities. Through the evocative use of motifs like nudity and orgies, Oshima provokes contemplation, offering a unique perspective on the commodification of the human body within contemporary society.
Oshima's masterful use of a subdued palette, rich with earthy and muted tones, imparts a washed-out quality to her canvases. Yet, beneath this subtlety lies an undercurrent of intense sensuality, adding layers of complexity to her compositions. As a painter who seamlessly integrates photographic techniques, Oshima strategically situates her subjects off-center, injecting a sense of drama and dynamism. Close-up shots delve into peculiar amalgamations, intensifying the impact of her incisive social commentary.
Venturing into the realm of three-dimensional expression, Oshima introduces the captivating "Dollar Dreams in Neon Barbie World" wall sculptures. These innovative pieces merge the luminosity of neon lights with the iconic presence of Barbie dolls, resulting in a mesmerizing fusion that explores the interplay between modern aspirations and consumer culture. Each sculpture serves as a visual symphony, drawing viewers into a dreamscape where economic desires and plastic fantasies intertwine seamlessly.
Complementing this groundbreaking series is Oshima's "Luminous Transactions: Barbie Chronicles in Currency Boxes." These sculptures elevate the mundane to the extraordinary, symbolizing the transactional nature of contemporary existence. The luminosity emanating from these thought-provoking sculptures invites viewers to contemplate the intricate interplay between consumerism, identity, and the evolving desires embedded in the neon-lit landscapes of our contemporary world.
A torchbearer for a new generation of audacious and ambitious female Japanese artists, Oshima's ambition extends beyond national borders. As a proud member of Studio Crazy Noodles, renowned for its expertise in Japanese neo-pop and the nuanced erotic portrayal of female characters, Oshima not only challenges established norms but firmly establishes herself as a bold and indispensable voice in the ever-evolving tapestry of contemporary art.
Elegy in Plastic
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegy in Plastic is a striking illuminated artwork by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Luminous Transactions : Barbie Chronicles in Currency Boxes, where the artist stages a dense acc...
Plastic, Plexiglass, LED Light, Wax
Barbie's Fortune Fountain
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Barbie’s Fortune Fountain is a wall-mounted sculpture by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Dollar Dreams in Neon Barbie World, where the artist stages a visual dialogue between a Barbi...
Plastic, Plexiglass, Paper, LED Light, Wax
Metropolis Mirage
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Metropolis Mirage is a circular wall-mounted sculpture by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Dollar Dreams in Neon Barbie World, where the artist constructs a dense three-dimensional co...
Plastic, Plexiglass, Paper, LED Light, Wax
Dreamland Dollhouse
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Dreamland Dollhouse is a wall-mounted sculpture by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Dollar Dreams in Neon Barbie World, where the artist assembles dollar bills and fragmented Barbie h...
Plastic, Plexiglass, Paper, LED Light, Wax
Ephemeral Earnings
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Ephemeral Earnings is a wall-mounted sculpture by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Dollar Dreams in Neon Barbie World, where the artist positions a Barbie figure against a dense backg...
Plastic, Plexiglass, Paper, LED Light, Wax
Neon Capital
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Neon Capital is a striking wall-mounted sculpture by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Dollar Dreams in Neon Barbie World, where the artist orchestrates a dense visual composition of l...
Plastic, Plexiglass, LED Light, Paper, Wax
Exposed Reveries
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Exposed Reveries is an oil on canvas painting by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Naked Fortunes: Portraits of Barbie and Dollars, in which the artist investigates the tension between...
Oil
Wealthy Trio
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Wealthy Trio is a luminous artwork by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Luminous Transactions : Barbie Chronicles in Currency Boxes, where the artist stages a dense accumulation of U.S...
Paper, Plexiglass, LED Light
Ephemeral Elegance
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Ephemeral Elegance is an oil on canvas painting by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Naked Fortunes: Portraits of Barbie and Dollars, where the artist explores the delicate tension bet...
Oil
Powerful Dolls
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Powerful Dolls is a luminous artwork by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Luminous Transactions : Barbie Chronicles in Currency Boxes, where the artist presents a dense accumulation of...
Plastic, Plexiglass, LED Light
Naked Narratives
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Naked Narratives is an oil on canvas painting by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Naked Fortunes: Portraits of Barbie and Dollars, in which the artist constructs a precise visual dial...
Oil
Canvas Desires
By Kumikaho Oshima
Located in PARIS, FR
Canvas Desires is an oil on canvas painting by Kumikaho Oshima from the series Naked Fortunes: Portraits of Barbie and Dollars, where the artist stages a direct encounter between a n...
Oil
$13,396
H 39.38 in W 21.66 in D 3.94 in
SCULPTURE Abstract Light Black Resine Ray Contemporay Artist Mareo Rodriguez
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
Resin, Foam, Plexiglass, LED Light
$15,055
H 47.25 in W 25.2 in D 4.73 in
Abstract Black Resin Light Sculpture by Mareo, Contemporary Art, 120x64cm Mareo
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
At Escat Gallery we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of trust and professionalism for our collectors. Every artwork in our collection comes with a Certificate of Au...
Resin, Foam, Plexiglass, LED Light
Bon Santé.
By Arman
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Limited Edition 30 ex. Free shipment worldwide. Acquired directly from the artist. Arman explores reality. He strives to transform and sublimate artefacts into works of art. Ev...
Epoxy Resin, Plexiglass
$400Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.5 in W 4.5 in D 3.5 in
Contemporary, Mixed Media, Ceramic, Sculpture, Functional Mug, Utilitarian
By Matt Mitros
Located in St. Louis, MO
Contemporary, Mixed Media, Ceramic, Sculpture, Functional Mug, Utilitarian Matt Mitros was born in Philadelphia, PA. Upon completing his BFA at Penn State University, he was an Arti...
Ceramic, Mirror, Resin, Plexiglass, Glaze, Mixed Media, Other Medium
Colère de Violon
By Fernandez Arman
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Unique. Signed and dated -66 on the right side. Provenance: Galerie Bonnier, Genève Size with socle: 74x38x17 cm Arman explores reality. He strives to transform and sublimate art...
Resin, Plexiglass, Polyester
$400Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.75 in W 4.5 in D 3.5 in
Contemporary, Mixed Media, Ceramic, Sculpture, Functional Mug, Utilitarian
By Matt Mitros
Located in St. Louis, MO
Contemporary, Mixed Media, Ceramic, Sculpture, Functional Mug, Utilitarian Matt Mitros was born in Philadelphia, PA. Upon completing his BFA at Penn State University, he was an Arti...
Ceramic, Mirror, Resin, Plexiglass, Glaze, Mixed Media, Other Medium
$5,000
H 15 in W 61 in D 2.5 in
Carol Salmanson, Double Diamonds, 2018, LED, plexiglas, gels, irridescent paint
By Carol Salmanson
Located in Darien, CT
Memory is at its most magical when it conjures up not the event, but its surrounding perceptual and emotional space. Flashes of reflected light, movement seen out of the corner of eye, bits of sound or feeling – these are what ignite memory, giving it form and bringing it to life. Light both beams into and envelops you. Carol Salmanson started working with it in 2003 after painting for many years because of these singular spatial qualities. They enable herto build whole worlds with color and shape, ones that resonate with memory and experience. Painters have often talked about depicting light. Today’s technology allows me to use light as medium as well as subject. Double Diamond is made with layers of light that beam onto reflective material; its two different configurations of diamonds are mounted on a strip that also layers light. The location in the beams creates a glowing frieze that radiates outwards, giving the viewer a first a sense of surprise, and then wonder. Carol Salmanson is an artist working with light and reflective materials to create installations, sculptures, and wall pieces. She received a B.S. in Biological Psychology from Carnegie-Mellon University and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago. She attended the Arts Students League, the School of Visual Arts as a Public Art Resident, and the National Academy of Fine Arts as an Abbey Mural Workshop Fellow. Public art projects include Water Bubbles, an installation in twenty windows of the abandoned landmark Constructivist White Tower in Yekaterinburg, Russia. Other window installations include the venues Station Independent Projects, Time Equities’ Art-in-Buildings program, OK Harris Works of Art, 254 Park Avenue South, and Mixed Greens Gallery, all in New York. Her outdoor sculptures include Tri-Quadular Cone in Summit, NJ, and Lot’s Ex-Wife in Brooklyn. She will have an installation, Crown Colony, in the window at 266 W. 37th St, in September of this year. Solo and two-person exhibition venues include SL Gallery (NY), Slag Contemporary (Brooklyn), Station Independent Projects (NY), Brian Morris...
Plexiglass, Polyester, LED Light, Acrylic
$2,000
H 12.5 in W 12.5 in D 3.5 in
Light Box No. 2614 - electric light emanating wall or table sculpture
By Sophia Dixon Dillo
Located in Burlingame, CA
Electric, remote controlled wall or table sculpture created with mixed media: LED's, Mi-Ttentes paper & plexiglass from abstract light installation and mixed media artist Sophia Dixo...
Metal
Bon Santé
By Arman
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Publisher GKM. Limited Edition 30 ex. Free shipment worldwide. Acquired directly from the artist. Arman explores reality. He strives to transform and sublimate artefacts into works ...
Epoxy Resin, Plexiglass
$800
H 6 in W 5.5 in D 3 in
Contemporary, Mixed Media, Ceramic, Sculpture, Cup Form, Assemblage, 3D Printing
By Matt Mitros
Located in St. Louis, MO
Contemporary, Mixed Media, Ceramic, Sculpture, Cup Form, Assemblage, 3D Printing Matt Mitros was born in Philadelphia, PA. Upon completing his BFA at Penn State University, he was a...
Ceramic, Mirror, Resin, Plexiglass, Glaze, Mixed Media, Other Medium
Love Is In The Air
By Shawn Ehlers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Photographed in one of Florida’s state parks known for its old growth gardens. The roses are juxtaposed against the blue spring sky highlighting their b...
Wax, Wood Panel, Polaroid, Photographic Paper
Bon Santé
By Arman
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Publisher GKM. Limited Edition 11/30 ex. Free shipment worldwide. Acquired directly from the artist. Arman explores reality. He strives to transform and sublimate artefacts into wor...
Epoxy Resin, Plexiglass