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Hi, Konnichiwa: Yayoi Kusama Art Book
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Japanese Painter, Sculptor, Writer, Installation And Performance Artist Yayoi Kusama Has Been In The Vanguard Of Contemporary Art For Sixty Years. Best Known For Her Use Of Patterns Of Dots (Which She Claims Evolved From The Hallucinations Shes Had Since Childhood), Kusama, Now 84 Years Old, Is Finally Getting The International Recognition She Deserves.Hi, Konnichiwa Brings Together Kusamas Vivid Imagery And Haunting Words With Photos Of The Artist At Work And At Various Stages In Her Life. The Pieces Are Mostly From Recent Years (20002012), Although There Are Some That Go Back As Far As The 1950S. Here Are Kusamas Largescale Canvases, Environmental Sculptures, Multimedia Installations, And Numerous Selfportraits. Here, Too, Are Photos Of The Artist At Ten Years Old, And As A Young Woman In Tokyo And Then New York, Often Wearing Outrageous Clothes Of Her Own Design. And We See Yayoi Kusama In Recent Years, Working In Her Studio In Tokyominus The Garish Makeup And Red Wig. The Book Is A Chronicle Of Her Creative Endeavors And Of Her Life, Offering A Glimpse Into The Fevered Imagination Of This Very Complicated And Fascinating Woman.Yayoi Kusama Was Born In 1929 In Japan, And From An Early Age, Suffered From Hallucinations, Which She Maintains Inspired The Visual Language She Continues To Use Today. At Art School In Kyoto, She First Began To Experiment With The Subversive Themes That Became Her Trademark. After Leaving School, Kusama Had A Period Of Intense Productivity, And By 1955, Was Gaining Prominence As An Artist In Japan.In 1958, Yayoi Kusama Moved To New York, Where She Was One Of The Pioneers Of The Pop Art And Performance Art Movements. She Became A Darling Of The Media, Promoting Free Sex And Antiwar Activism. She Started Kusama Fashion Company, Which Was Quite Successfulher Clothes Sold In Hundreds Of Stores Including Bloomingdalesby The 1970S, The Earlier Energy And Excitement Of The New York Art Scene Had Subsided. In 1973, Kusama Went Back To Japan, And In 1977, Took Up Residence In A Psychiatric Hospital, Where She Still Lives. She Built A Large Studio Nearby And Continues To Work There.While She Certainly Didnt Fade Into Obscurity, Yayoi Kusama Moved Out Of The Spotlight. The Last Few Years, However, Have Seen Renewed Interest In Her Work. In 2008, Christies Sold A Painting For $5.1 Million, Then A Record For A Living Female Artist. A Major Retrospective Opened At The Whitney Museum In New York In Summer 2013; And At The Same She Kusama Collaborated With Marc Jacobs For Louis Vuitton Collection Featuring Her Polka Dots. Kusama Recently Signed With A New Gallery In New York, And A Solo Show Is Planned For Fall 2013.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of the Hi, Konnichiwa art book? A: The main theme of Hi, Konnichiwa revolves around the life and art of Yayoi Kusama, showcasing her unique artwork and the personal experiences that have shaped her creative vision over the years.
- Q: What type of artwork is featured in this book? A: The book features a variety of Yayoi Kusama's artwork, including large-scale canvases, environmental sculptures, multi-media installations, and numerous self-portraits, primarily from the years 2000 to 2012.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone unfamiliar with Kusama's work? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible to both new and existing fans of Yayoi Kusama, providing a comprehensive overview of her life and art, making it a great introduction to her work.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The Hi, Konnichiwa art book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for collectors and readers alike.
- Q: What language is the book published in? A: The book is published in a bilingual format, making it suitable for readers who are fluent in both English and Japanese.
- Q: How many pages does the Hi, Konnichiwa art book contain? A: The Hi, Konnichiwa art book contains 192 pages filled with illustrations, photographs, and text detailing Yayoi Kusama's artistic journey.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This art book is bound in paperback, making it lightweight and easy to handle for readers.
- Q: When was the Hi, Konnichiwa art book published? A: The book was published on February 14, 2014, marking an important moment in the recognition of Yayoi Kusama's contributions to contemporary art.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for art enthusiasts? A: Yes, the Hi, Konnichiwa art book makes an excellent gift for art enthusiasts, especially those interested in contemporary art and the works of influential artists like Yayoi Kusama.
- Q: Is there any information about Kusama's life included in the book? A: Absolutely, the book not only showcases her artwork but also includes insights into Yayoi Kusama's life, her struggles with mental health, and her experiences as a pioneering artist.