HIROKO KOSHINO

Committee to discuss Tokyo branding

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2016.11.25

Hiroko Koshino is chosen as a member of committee to discuss Tokyo branding.(http://www.metro.tokyo.jp/tosei/hodohappyo/press/2016/11/18/09.html
Today, the first meeting of the committee was held and the contents of the discussion became popular topics among media. Hiroko was interviewed in a popular program TBS "Asa-chan!” about uniform of the volunteer in Tokyo.
Please don’t forget to tune in.

Name : Asa-chan!
Date : Monday, 28th November,2016 (Hiroko's interview will be on air after 6:30am)
Stasion : TBS
http://www.tbs.co.jp/asachan/

KH Gallery Ginza Kazi Ghiyasuddin × Hiroko Koshino TIME AND SPACE – The Density of Time –

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2016.10.26

KH Gallery Ginza will hold the exhibition, “Kazi Ghiyasuddin × Hiroko Koshino, TIME AND SPACE – The Density of Time –.” In pursuing abstract works that evokes the landscapes of Japan which are not mere imitations of western oil paintings, Koshino, who has hitherto produced myriads of artworks with her unique sensitivity, chanced upon Kazi’s drawings. Kazi is an energetic Bangladeshi artist who continues to produce drawings while travelling between his home country and Japan, where he has lived for some 40 years. Intellectual and abstract, Kazi’s drawings remind their audience of the landscapes and culture of Bangladesh, emanating a taste which almost resembles faith. Koshino found herself deeply relating to the spirituality of the artist devoted in drawing the things that he believes in. Likewise, Kazi had also been struck by the passion for drawing that he felt from Koshino’s masterpieces and had therefore been longing to work on a collaboration.
 
This exhibition will finally bring the two, distinctly independent but resonating worlds together. Kazi will showcase abstract paintings including his latest oil-painted masterpiece as well as watercolor paintings, while Koshino will present works that she had never showcased in Ginza, where her unique method of allowing non-calculated outcomes to come in to play. Beauty, according to Koshino, “transcends time and space.” Those words reflect the artist’s determination to pursue beauty that takes root in the native landscapes that she experienced herself, despite the backdrop of the chaotic confusion brought about by today’s modern society. KH Gallery Ginza invites you to come enjoy the intense artistic experience that is built upon the bond and trust which the two artists have nurtured over time.

Kazi Ghiyasuddin × Hiroko Koshino
TIME AND SPACE – The Density of Time –

Friday, November 4 – Sunday, December 18, 2016
10:30 am – 7:00 pm
Gallery closed on the Sundays of November 13, 27, and December 11.
 


Kazi Ghiyasuddin <<Sound of Rain>> Transparent watercolor on handmade paper, 2016


Hiroko Koshino <<WORK #1475>> Oil on canvas, 2015

KH Gallery Ginza Hiroko Koshino, The Source of Creative Inspiration

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2016.08.25

KH Gallery Ginza will host, “Hiroko Koshino, The Sources of Creative Inspiration” to introduce a multispectral view of the creations, life, and “Sumi Ink” of Koshino, who draws on the beauty of Japan as the source of her creative inspiration. The “Sumi Ink” series, which Koshino has worked on with her unique sensitivity since about 15 years ago, form the foundations of her creations. In between the Sumi ink and blank spaces lie the deeply rooted spirits of Japanese culture. From the powerful masterpieces of the early days to the recent works where gold, silver and Sumi ink overlap, the ever-transitioning artworks vividly capture the beauty of Japan sought by Koshino at each moment.
KH Gallery Ashiya, reconstructed from Koshino’s former residence designed by Tadao Ando, sits in a nature rich environment in Ashiya city of Hyogo prefecture. Longing to obtain a “physical experience and understanding of the four seasons of Japan”, Koshino spent some 30 years of her life in the natural setting. Koshino continues to tackle masterpieces at Semper, her nearby studio filled with natural light. For Koshino, life in Ashiya serves as the source of not only her creative inspiration, but also the aesthetic senses of the Japanese people which she seeks to pursue through her works.
Signature works including Sumi ink based art works and calligraphies will be on display in this exhibition under the concept of Koshino’s interpretation of “Japanese sensibilities.” KH Gallery Ginza will also explore a new form of presentation through its first-ever exhibition of slides showing Koshino’s lively production process, as well as Tadao Ando’s sketches and architectural scale models of Koshino’s residence in Ashiya. We invite you to come experience Koshino’s beloved atmosphere of Ashiya, the source of creative inspiration seeping through every corner of the gallery as if to transport visitors to the artist’s actual production environment.


Hiroko Koshino  WORK #1591

KH Gallery Ashiya – The Second Period Exhibition of 2016 “The Dreams of Mother Earth”

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2016.08.18

A heartwarming gentle painting for the deepening autumn. The theme for KH Gallery Ashiya’s second period exhibition of the year 2016 is “The Dreams of Mother Earth”.
 
The twinkling gold and red, the smooth, cloud-like white and the earthly materials of gypsum and cardboards; these are all symbols of vitality that are reminiscent of “Our Mother Earth”, as expressed in the paintings. Koshino’s magical works artfully orchestrated by a variety of materials have brought hope and dream to many of her appreciators. The inspirational paintings aim to encourage everyone to shine like the sun and to follow the unique path of their own lives.
 
This exhibition showcases dynamic, expressive artworks drawn with warm and neutral colors. Works including an oil painting inspired from the life of Aung San Suu Kyi, depicting a pair of praying hands, as well as a masterpiece resembling the colors and undulations of earth, embellish the otherwise monotonous gallery. What is noteworthy of this exhibition, is that KH Gallery Ashiya will, for the first time ever, exhibit fashion sketches and allow visitors to imagine the journey in which Koshino freely travels back and forth between the realms of painting and fashion. With the advent of a fruitful autumn approaching with winter just behind, we invite you to a cozy, warm atmosphere against the backdrop colored with the hues of the transitioning nature.

– Reservation required
To make a reservation, submit the online application form linked to this page with all the necessary fields completed.
http://www.kh-gallery.com/ashiya


Hiroko Koshino 《WORK #1478》 oil / canvas on board 2015


Hiroko Koshino 《WORK #386》 2007

Uniforms for Japanese Gymnastics National Team

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2016.07.22

Hiroko Koshino designed the uniforms for Japanese gymnastics national team this year as well, for them to wear in the 2016 quadrennial International competition. One of the uniforms for men's team has geometrically designed Chinese character "日本" (Japan) printed, and is quite  simple, sharp and dynamic. On the other hand, women’s uniform is adorned with Japanese cherry blossoms which shows gracefulness, strength and beauty. Japanese gymnastics national team is standing in the center of attention from the world.
Please give great attention to their performance as well as their uniform designed by Hiroko Koshino.

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