Allow me to introduce myself briefly first. Originally from Japan, I have spent over 25 years in NYC as a watercolor artist and an instructor at reputable art schools throughout the city. You can find more details about my journey on this page, along with my philosophy on my work and teachings. I hope this gives you a sense of who I am and helps you feel connected!
One of my still life drawings from High school
In high school, my art teacher, a seasoned artist, mentored me. I spent almost every day at his studio after school, drawing and painting. I dreamed of going to art school but didn't consider becoming a working artist.
Instead, I chose photography to use my creativity at work. Starting as a photographer's assistant, I learned how lighting affects subjects, which was eye-opening. However, I missed the hands-on creativity of drawing and painting from high school. Developing prints in the darkroom was the closest I got to that feeling, as I watched images come to life before my eyes.
At 23, as I shifted from assistant to solo photographer, I felt my limited life exposure might limit my career growth. Then, I found a book on unique global schools. A certain New York art school grabbed my attention: it was affordable, taught in an atelier manner, and the location offering the life of independence among unknown faces. It stirred something inside me, and with a daring spirit, I took the leap.
Interestingly, I stumbled upon watercolor by chance, and it changed me, molding me into the artist I am today.
For some reason you are here reading this, stumbled upon my website... I hope it's meant to be!
Now, it's my time to pass on all that I have gained to the world and help you to navigate the path of your own.
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