Ma: Space between here and there

Yuria Okamura’s first solo exhibition, Ma: Space between here and there runs from 20 January until 16 February at the Japan Foundation Gallery. This exhibition is a part of the Japan Foundation’s facetnate! series for 2012, a support program for emerging artists.

Okamura, in this exhibition, explores the relationship between interior and exterior spaces, the ideas of perception and illusion, and the physical and abstract world.

She begins by simplifying a space (such as a Japanese temple or teahouse) into geometric shapes on a 2D surface before incorporating animals and other traditional design elements to create multiple spaces and realms.

She employs various techniques such as the use of subtle colours, ink, interference paint, the gentle staining of diluted acrylic, and the embossing of repetitive patterns.

Japan Foundation Gallery
Level 1, Chifley Plaza, 2 Chifley Square, Sydney
Monday – Friday, 11am – 4pm
Free admission