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| ABOUT THE EXHIBIT "Geijitsu: Echoes of the East": An Exhibit of Japanese-American Artists Artists Tadashi Hayakawa, Chiyomi Taneike Longo, and Teruko Wilde all have something in common: as teenagers they left their homes in Japan and immigrated to the United States. Exhibiting their artwork side by side, Artwork Network Gallery will explore how a similar heritage plays a role in artistic creation. When discussing the artwork, there is a similar thread to each story. From memories of mountains to evocations of traditional tea service, weaving through the works are stories of Japanese traditions, philosophies, and settings. The differences, however, are just as interesting. One admits to becoming very Americanized, while another deliberately draws connection from her heritage through everything from concept to style to materials. Whatever the outcome, or the inspiration, all the works are decidedly personal. The exhibit's private opening will take place on May 2nd. Artwork Network Gallery will be partnering with the Colorado Ballet for a by-invitation-only event, in celebration of an evening of culture and artistic endeavors. As the Gallery's new neighbors, a part of the event’s proceeds will be donated to Colorado Ballet as a welcome gesture. The exhibit will open to the public on Friday, May 3rd from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The artwork will remain on display until June 30, 2013 at the Artwork Network Gallery & Event Center, located at 878 Santa Fe Drive. ABOUT THE ARTISTS Tadashi Hayakawa is an internationally known artist who makes his home in Parker, Colorado. He was born in Japan and received his creative spark from his father who was not able to peruse his goal of being a painter due to being the only son. Tadashi’s father gave him not only the inspiration but the personal room to grow into an artist. At age 19 Hayakawa left Japan, moved to L.A. and attained a Masters degree in fine art from the Otis Art Institute. READ MORE // SEE ADDITIONAL WORKS Chiyomi Tanieke Longo was born in Japan and moved to the United States in 1950. After a long break from her artwork, she enrolled at the San Francisco Art Institute and gained her MFA in 1995, at almost 60 years of age. Her large abstract works have decorated the sets of films and TV shows (such as Will and Grace, CSI, 24, and Alias). EXHIBIT DATESREAD MORE // SEE ADDITIONAL WORKS Teruko Wilde was born in Nagoya, Japan, moving to the United States as a teenager she studied at the University of Cincinnati and Columbus College of Art and Design in Ohio. An award-winning artist, Ms. Wilde has had numerous one-person and group shows. She initially established herself as a prominent pastel and watercolor artist before moving to Taos in 1986. READ MORE // SEE ADDITIONAL WORKS Exhibit Dates: May 3 - June 30, 2013 Private Opening Reception (By Invitation Only): May 2, 6-8pm First Friday: May 3, 10-4pm Third Friday: May 17, 5-8pm First Friday: June 7, 6-9pm Third Friday: June 21, 5-8pm EXHIBIT INVENTORY VIEW EXHIBIT INVENTORY AS SEEN IN Art Ltd, May/June 2013 5280 Best Bets, Week of May 1, 2013 | ||||