Contemporary Abstract Art
 THE GALLERY
Visit Motoko's Studio & Gallery in Garden Bay, Pender Harbour. There is something for everyone at Motoko's! :: gallery hours |
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Motoko's story on Global BC News Hour in a segment "True Love Story" aired on Valentine's Day 2011. :: more details |
 ONLINE STORE
Browse our online store for limited edition prints of Motoko's original art. :: more details |
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Jounetsu Passion, an energy and deep emotion which connects me to my art. |
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Yasuragi Calmness, relaxation, tranquility and a sense of peacefulness. In the Japanese culture, Yasuragi is universally values in everything from the tea ceremony to the game of 'Go'. |
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Iyashi Healing. It can be used as the root of words describing the healing nature of things, such as healing therapy and healing art. |
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Kokoro An important Japanese word that contains multiple layers of meaning relating to the mind, heart and soul ore spirit. |
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Originally from Japan, I am strongly influenced by my Japanese cultural background, as well as the natural beauty of British Columbia's west coast where I now live. The Japanese concepts of "jounetsu", "yasuragi", "iyashi" and "kokoro" and are fundamental to my whole being. Through my passion for art, I try to blend these concepts together to evoke a sense of peacefulness, tranquility and healing that touches the mind and soul of the viewer.
Motoko
Motoko