Artist Statement
As an artist who moved from Japan, my work is deeply influenced by my search for identity and adaptation to a new environment. My art reflects my personal journey through emotional and abstract expression, representing a narrative story as a self-portrait. I utilize a wide range of techniques, including pencil drawing, photography, printmaking, and watercolor, to explore the complexities of my experiences and evolving sense of self.
My works combine elements of my children’s portraits and nature—such as trees, skies, and clouds—with subconscious imagery. This integration allows me to blend realism with abstract elements, evoking a range of emotions and capturing the profound changes I’ve undergone. Subconscious motifs help me communicate deeper layers of my inner world, enabling a more nuanced and personal expression.
In addition to my art, I have led workshops for children, providing them with creative experiences and guiding their artistic exploration. As an illustrator, I have also published children’s books and worked on various illustrative projects. By intertwining these elements, I strive to create pieces that resonate with the beauty of my surroundings and the emotional depth of my journey. Through these self-portraits, I aim to convey the essence of my identity, reflecting both my past experiences and present self. This ongoing exploration of self-expression and identity through art serves as a means to connect with others and share the unique perspective that comes from navigating both personal and cultural transitions.
About
Yukie Yasui has been working on pencil drawings, watercolor paintings, printmaking, art books, and photography. Her work ranges from fine art to illustration and has been exhibited in galleries and featured in children’s books, TV commercials, music albums, and TV drama series. As an art educator, she has led numerous art workshops for children, including accordion bookmaking and stencil screen printing.
After working for an art magazine publisher in Tokyo, Yukie relocated to New York, where she now lives with her husband in Brooklyn. Utilizing a variety of techniques, including illustration, drawing, printmaking, and photography, she explores the beauty of nature and the metaphors hidden within the subconscious. Each piece reflects her personal journey, transforming into stories that serve as self-portraits in various forms.
東京にて美術雑誌出版社勤務を経てニューヨークへ移住。
イラストを始め、ドローイング、版画、水彩、写真等さまざまな手法を通して、自然の織りなす美しさやそれに対比する潜在意識に潜むメタファーを探求。
一つ一つの作品によって歩んできた軌跡が、形を変えたセルフポートレートとしての物語を作り続けている。
July 2024
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