"She Sees in Paper", is a new body of work by Noah Sakamoto. These "paper paintings" reveal an aesthetic for the natural world and an overall feeling of observation. With influence from the Japanese culture, each piece is created with a layering process of hand torn paper know as "Chigirie".
Artist Bio
Noah Sakamoto is a born and raised Bay Area artist. Earning his BFA in 2007 from the California College of the Arts, he has continued to practice, show, and live as an active member of the artist community. Working primarily with paper, his work has been described as unique and original.
Artist Questionnaire
1. Briefly describe your process for making a representative piece from this show.
I search for images that capture my attention. In some cases, it's just a part of the photo that I see potential in. Next, I visualize the overall design and make conceptual decisions. Lastly, I draw out the image, gather my paper/magazines, and start piecing together the puzzle.
2. What time of day do you work?
During the light hours
3. Where do you work?
In my studio, West Oakland
4. What materials/medium do you work with?
Mostly paper, and acrylic paint.
5. Where do you get your inspiration?
“Chigirie” is a Japanese style of art that inspires my work. Translating to “Painting with Paper”, paper is the medium used to create images through a layering process of hand-torn pieces. Embracing the organic edges Chigirie provides a quality of life unique to its’ method.
6. Briefly describe an interesting anecdote about your process or a picee in this show:
"From Fukushima" is a portrait inspired by my family history. In the 1920's the first of my ancestor's immigrated from Japan to California as gardeners and farmers. The photo that inspired me was taken at this time - a young girl and her possessions, new to the land and all that she saw.
