"Zen City"

PrizeOfficial Selection in Create (art)
CompanyKenji Ichikawa / Utamaro Kenji
ArtistKenji Ichikawa
CategoryProfessional

"Zen City" explores the fundamental similarities between botanical gardens and electronic circuits. Both systems feature intricate, interconnected components forming a cohesive whole, reflecting a harmony between micro and macro perspectives. Inspired by the veining of leaves and circuit wiring, "Zen City" merges these elements through countless botanical photos. This series invites viewers to experience inner peace and a deeper appreciation for life's beauty, akin to the philosophy of Zen. By shifting perspectives, "Zen City" encourages a reevaluation of daily life's hidden harmony.

Bio
Artist. Born in Nagano, Japan. 1997 Completed Master's program in Art and Design, Graduate School of Musashino Art University,Tokyo,Japan. With a style of work using a technique I invented in 1988 called "Pixel Montage," I have participated in art fairs and exhibitions in Japan and abroad, including Tokyo, Nagoya, Kyoto, Osaka, Sapporo, Shanghai, New York, Milan, Bologna, Amsterdam, Ghent, Buenos Aires, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Abu Dhabi. I have also developed my works in various media and events such as murals, magazines, books, DVD booklets, TV and iPhone/iPad applications.