We want to see the newest things, Murakami says of his artistic philosophy.
That is because we want to see the future, even if only momentarily.
This is what we have come to call art.
Here are six fascinating facts about Japanese artist Takashi Murakami.
He is the founder of the artistic movement called Superflat.
Murakami coined the term Superflat in 2001 when he curated a touring exhibition of the same name.
In fact, many of Murakamis Superflat works explore the consumerist culture of post-war Japan.
Murakami’s signature character is Mr. DOB.
DOB, was revealed in 1992.
This question reflects Murakamis puzzled view of consumer society.
He loves flowers.
Murakamis fascination with flowers first began during the 1980s when he worked as a school teacher.
As an artistic exercise, he would buy fresh blooms for his students to draw.
Murakamis flowers are now his most recognizable motif and have been featured in countless artworks and on products.
Murakami partnered with fashion brand Louis Vuitton.
Murakami broke down the trademark LV all-over logo print and recreated it with a colorfulkawaiitwist.
The radical artist then began directly incorporating the Louis Vuitton motifs and patterns into his own paintings and sculptures.
But thats okayIm ready with my hard hat.
This isnt Murakamis only brush with the fashion industry.
He has also collaborated with famous musicians.
In 2007, Murakami provided the cover artwork for rapperKanye Wests album,Graduation.
Then in 2018, the pair worked together again when Murakami designed a new album cover forKids See Ghosts.
Williams and Murakami also collaborated on a sculpture, titledThe Simple Things(2008-2009).
The animated video features an anime version of Eilish, as well as Murakami’s signature smiling flowers.
He’s founder and president of the art collective Kaikai Kiki.
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