押忍！ / Osu!
押忍！
Osu!
[日本語→English]
11/13〜 並樹画廊さんでの個展 に向けた新作紹介7枚目。
押忍！（2枚1組）
アクリル絵の具、紙、キャンバス 各100 x 100 mm, 2024
3月に空手をする方からお話を伺う機会があり、空手の絵を描いてみたくなりました。調べていくうちに、最初に用いる白帯には、経験値ゼロの状態から成長していく可能性や、謙虚さ込められていることを知り、とても素敵だなぁと思ったんです。白帯さんのギュッと力んだ押忍！もいじらしいですし、黒帯さんの余分な力みがない姿も素敵、ということで2枚1セットの絵としました。
頑張りたい一心の初心者の気持ちと、経験を積み然るべきところに集中できる熟練者。空手に限らず、こういうのって何をする上でも共通する大切な姿勢だなと感じています。シンプルな絵ですが、2人の体の周りの色使いや姿勢の違いなど、細かく描き分けています🔍️👀
The 7th piece for the upcoming exhibit at Namiki Gallery, starting on November 13th;
Osu! (2-piece set)
Acrylic and paper on canvas Each 100 x 100 mm, 2024
In March, I had the chance to speak with a karate player, which inspired me to create artwork on this theme. As I looked into karate further, I learned that the white belt, which all beginners start with, symbolizes both humility and limitless potential that come with being inexperienced. I found that idea very inspiring. The way a beginner clenches their fist with an earnest “Osu!” is endearing, while the more appropriately relaxed “Osu!” of an advanced Karate practitioner embodies a calm, focused mastery. That's why these two pieces are a set.
This set captures the determination of a beginner eager to improve and the composure of a seasoned Karate practitioner who has learned where to concentrate their energy. I feel this approach is important not only in karate but also in any endeavor. Though the paintings are simple, I carefully painted them with subtle differences in posture and the use of color around each figure to express these contrasting attitudes. 🔍️👀
