ARTISTS

Yoichi Umetsu

Yoichi Umetsu’s (1982) work explores the canons of modern art in Japan and its western influence, as well as, the contemporary visual movement in Japan and its permeability within music, art and youth culture. He works across a variety of mediums from painting, performance, video, sculpture and ceramic. This prolific practice within many mediums and the artist’s extensive knowledge on art history allows him to have a diverse artistic language across different materials. Conscious of the position of his generation in contemporary Japan, Umetsu’s work reflects a critical stance towards society and its history.