"3D artwork by Taro Okamoto -Defying Dimensions-" Exhibition
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At Taro Okamoto Museum of Art, Kawasaki
Media: Sculpture, Art Talk
Taro Okamoto (1911−1996) was active in a variety of artistic media. Although he started out as a painter, he later produced his first three-dimensional sculpture in 1952. By using a hybrid material of clay mixed with earth, he was able to freely mold in three dimensions. When sculpted and fired, the shapes hardened, just as he intended, retaining the same shape for many years to come.
He further expanded upon this artistic technique by learning how to use plaster to reproduce shapes made from clay. He would complete works in metal or plastic by using the same plaster molds. By producing works in larger dimensions, he made sculptures that he would be installed in public spaces for all to see.
Okamoto continually tested the possibilities of sculpture and 3D molding. This exhibition is testament to the unique shapes and forms he created.
Lecture
May 11th (Sun) "Taro Okamoto and Surrealism" by Shogo Otani (The Tokyo National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo)
June 7th (Sat) "Taro Okamoto and Sculpture" by Shuji Tanaka (Oita University)
both starting at 14:00.
Capacity: 70 people
Free. Reservation not required.
[Image: "Chair - Drowse" (1967) Fabric, metal]
Schedule
From 2008-04-19 To 2008-07-06
Closed on Mondays (Except May 5th), April 30th, May 7th.
Artist(s)
Website
http://www.taromuseum.jp/english/index_english.htm (venue's website)
Fee
Adults ¥700, University & High School Students, Age 65 and above ¥500, Junior High School & Elementary School Students Free
Venue Hours
From 9:30 To 17:00
Closed on Mondays
Note:On a Public Holiday Monday, the museum is open but closed on the following Tuesday.
Access
17 minutes walk from the South exit of Mukogaokayuen station on Odakyu line, or take the taxi to the "Ikutaryokuchi-iriguchi" and walk 5 minutes.
Address
7-1-5 Masukata, Tama-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa-ken 214-0032
Phone: 044-900-9898 Fax: 044-900-9966
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Venue: Taro Okamoto Museum of Art, Kawasaki
Schedule: From 2008-04-19 To 2008-07-06
Closed on Mondays (Except May 5th), April 30th, May 7th.
Address: 7-1-5 Masukata, Tama-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa-ken 214-0032
Phone: 044-900-9898 Fax: 044-900-9966
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