Akika Kurata | Book
ISBN: 978-84-129028-7-7 | LEGAL DEPOSIT: CA 448-2024
Reflections of the Present: Akika Kurata’s Journey Through Art
This book provides a profound insight into the work of japanese artist Akika Kurata, who has dedicated her career to capturing the beauty of people in the present day, much like painters of the past depicted their own contemporaries. Kurata’s artistic journey began in 2014 when she created a drawing of her grandfather. What initially seemed like a simple technical exercise led her to reflect on the challenge of understanding and portraying the inner world and values of another generation.
Driven by this realization, Kurata produced the artwork “Sand Art Bottle,” where she uses visual effects to express deeper human emotions. Since then, her work has evolved, and she now focuses on portraying female friends of her generation, exploring and reflecting the shared experiences, feelings, and values of her time.
Throughout the book, Kurata guides us through her creative process and invites us to uncover the emotional and conceptual depth behind her artworks, which go beyond the visual to explore the human soul.
Book specifications
9,5 x 11,5 INCH (24,2 X 29,4 CM)
HARDCOVER IMAGEWRAP, 224 PAGES, HARDCOVER, MATT LAMINATION 170 GR Art Paper, COVERFLAPS 170 GR HIGH QUALITY, BRIGHT WHITE, DUST JACKET, (160 GR)
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The Guide Artists ® is a registered trademark
All content is copyright with all rights reserved.
Editor in Chief and Design: Ramón A. Olivares
Published by The Guide Artists © Copyright 2024-2025
Reproduction in whole or in part without the express written permission of the director is prohibited.
Akika Kurata 倉田明佳 © All rights reserved
ISBN: 978-84-129028-7-7 | LEGAL DEPOSIT: CA 448-2024
Reflections of the Present: Akika Kurata’s Journey Through Art
This book provides a profound insight into the work of japanese artist Akika Kurata, who has dedicated her career to capturing the beauty of people in the present day, much like painters of the past depicted their own contemporaries. Kurata’s artistic journey began in 2014 when she created a drawing of her grandfather. What initially seemed like a simple technical exercise led her to reflect on the challenge of understanding and portraying the inner world and values of another generation.
Driven by this realization, Kurata produced the artwork “Sand Art Bottle,” where she uses visual effects to express deeper human emotions. Since then, her work has evolved, and she now focuses on portraying female friends of her generation, exploring and reflecting the shared experiences, feelings, and values of her time.
Throughout the book, Kurata guides us through her creative process and invites us to uncover the emotional and conceptual depth behind her artworks, which go beyond the visual to explore the human soul.
Book specifications
9,5 x 11,5 INCH (24,2 X 29,4 CM)
HARDCOVER IMAGEWRAP, 224 PAGES, HARDCOVER, MATT LAMINATION 170 GR Art Paper, COVERFLAPS 170 GR HIGH QUALITY, BRIGHT WHITE, DUST JACKET, (160 GR)
Shipping
*Orders when outside of the initial Pre Order are printed on demand within 10 to 15 working days.
*Our shipments are safe, with tracking and arrive at destination within 3 to 6 days working days.
Publishing Brand
The Guide Artists ® is a registered trademark
All content is copyright with all rights reserved.
Editor in Chief and Design: Ramón A. Olivares
Published by The Guide Artists © Copyright 2024-2025
Reproduction in whole or in part without the express written permission of the director is prohibited.
Akika Kurata 倉田明佳 © All rights reserved
ISBN: 978-84-129028-7-7 | LEGAL DEPOSIT: CA 448-2024
Reflections of the Present: Akika Kurata’s Journey Through Art
This book provides a profound insight into the work of japanese artist Akika Kurata, who has dedicated her career to capturing the beauty of people in the present day, much like painters of the past depicted their own contemporaries. Kurata’s artistic journey began in 2014 when she created a drawing of her grandfather. What initially seemed like a simple technical exercise led her to reflect on the challenge of understanding and portraying the inner world and values of another generation.
Driven by this realization, Kurata produced the artwork “Sand Art Bottle,” where she uses visual effects to express deeper human emotions. Since then, her work has evolved, and she now focuses on portraying female friends of her generation, exploring and reflecting the shared experiences, feelings, and values of her time.
Throughout the book, Kurata guides us through her creative process and invites us to uncover the emotional and conceptual depth behind her artworks, which go beyond the visual to explore the human soul.
Book specifications
9,5 x 11,5 INCH (24,2 X 29,4 CM)
HARDCOVER IMAGEWRAP, 224 PAGES, HARDCOVER, MATT LAMINATION 170 GR Art Paper, COVERFLAPS 170 GR HIGH QUALITY, BRIGHT WHITE, DUST JACKET, (160 GR)
Shipping
*Orders when outside of the initial Pre Order are printed on demand within 10 to 15 working days.
*Our shipments are safe, with tracking and arrive at destination within 3 to 6 days working days.
Publishing Brand
The Guide Artists ® is a registered trademark
All content is copyright with all rights reserved.
Editor in Chief and Design: Ramón A. Olivares
Published by The Guide Artists © Copyright 2024-2025
Reproduction in whole or in part without the express written permission of the director is prohibited.
Akika Kurata 倉田明佳 © All rights reserved
