Statement

My creative journey has begun in the younger days of my twenties and I’ve found the passion in the world of monochrome pen art. I reach into my inner-self allowing lines and shadows to reflect my unique perspective upon my works.

After many creative years have passed, another door to the new creative realm has opened for me when turning 70. I pick up color pens and acrylic paint and devote myself to the world of colors. To my surprise, I find myself experiencing a sheer joy of art creation as if it is my first time of paining.

Since we live in a difficult world, I want to create beautiful artworks filled with happiness. I vowed myself to keep spreading seeds of hope for the younger generations by presenting my colorful works and this passion fuels my creative powers.

In a place where the past meets the future, monochrome art meets colors, depth and richness intertwines with brilliance, my creative journey will continue.

TSUKASA TAMAI
Profile

1951 Born in Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture, Japan
1972 Graduated from Kyoto Seika Junior College of Design

1972- Actively held solo and group exhibitions in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, and Tottori.
1986-1994 Participated in TV program “Manga Nihon Mukashi-banashi” broadcasted by a Japanese TV station TBS for children as a director and art specialist.

1984- As a picture book artist, published 13 picture books to date, including original works and illustrations of Kenji Miyazawa's works.

1980- Received the Museum Grand Prize for "Festival Evening" at the Nishinomiya City Otani Memorial Museum of Art Picture Book Original Drawing Exhibition.

1981- "Wooden Buddha" was accepted for the Bologna International Picture Book Original Drawing Exhibition in Italy, winning international praise for his works.

Continues to engage in a wide range of activities to express beauty, joy, and hope in the world of imagination and creativity. He is passionate about collaborating with artists with disabilities and also instructing children with their creative talent at his own art class “Atelier ku” since 2005.