RYUNOSUKE OKAZAKI: JOMO ECHOES IN THE ANTHROPOCENE

NANZUKA is presents Jomon Echoes in the Anthropocene, a solo exhibition by Ryunosuke Okazaki. The exhibition is divided into two parts, with Part 1 featuring approximately 8 small-scale works and Part 2 showcasing a large-scale installation.

Part 1: January 19 – February 11, 2024

Part 2: February 16 – February 11, 2024

Born in Hiroshima in 1995, Okazaki Ryunosuke completed his studies at the Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, Department of Design, in 2021. He continues his artistic activities based in Tokyo. Okazaki has gained recognition in the fashion scene, hosting runway shows in September 2021 and March 2022. He was also selected as a finalist for the "LVMH Prize 2022." His unconventional artistic style explores new possibilities in contemporary art.

Hailing from Hiroshima, Okazaki draws inspiration from the history and nature of his hometown. He describes his artistic process as a ritualistic and prayerful act, paying homage to the history and nature that surround him. The "JOMONJOMON" series presented in this exhibition takes its roots from the ancient Jomon period, spanning approximately ten thousand years.

The works evoke the Jomon pottery created by people of that era, characterized by undulating curves and intricate decorations. The symmetrical forms resonate with the order and willpower embodied by the iconic Torii gate of the Itsukushima Shrine, a familiar sight from Okazaki's childhood.

While incorporating contemporary materials, the structures enveloping the air symbolize the spirit of Jomon in the Anthropocene era, embodying prayers that persist against ongoing wars, illnesses, and natural disasters.

The exhibition, "Jomon Echoes in the Anthropocene," is divided into two parts, with Part 1 featuring approximately 8 small-scale works and Part 2 showcasing a large-scale installation.