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16" x 16" in
(40 x 40 cm)
This picture has a cartoonish charm and a cute, whimsical portrayal of a leopard. The colourful creature has a bright pink triangle nose, a kind grin, and big, dazzling green eyes full of inquiry. The leopard's distinctive golden-yellow coat and striking black markings are exquisitely detailed in its fur. It has a lively and friendly vibe thanks to its rounded face and ears, which are somewhat overdone for a pleasant look, and blush-like pink highlights. The artwork is made funnier and more contemporary by the leopard's grasping a piece of sushi covered with bright orange fish roe in its little, paw-like hands.
The picture, which is set against a plain olive-green background, emphasises the character's appeal while maintaining the attention on the leopard's and its sushi's fine features. By retaining a cartoonish style while portraying the texture of the fur and the reflected nature of the leopard's eyes, the artist deftly combines realism with imagination. This charming sculpture is ideal for a lively and dynamic area because it inspires amazement and joy.
- Year: 2024
- Classification: Unique
- Support: Acrylic Painting on Stretched Canvas
- Medium: Acrylic
- Shipped from USA
- Year: 2024
- Classification: Unique
- Support: Acrylic Painting on Stretched Canvas
- Medium: Acrylic
- Shipped from USA
About Akio Harada
Akio Harada was born in 1974 in Japan. From his childhood, he was captivated by the magic of painting. To pursue this passion, he studied oil painting at a Fine Arts university.
At the beginning of his career, he focused on using oil paint, but he found this technique too slow due to the drying time required. This led him to explore other means of expression, and he began a period of searching for his style.
He eventually turned to using acrylic paint, which allowed him to express his ideas more quickly with the help of a hand dryer.
Initially, he tended to create large-format works that did not easily lend themselves to the everyday environment, paintings that could be perceived as violent and selfish, such as “Dog Without a Face”.
However, the birth of his child was a turning point in his career. He began painting by observing his child's reactions, which led him to adopt a style that was more outward-facing.
His works are characterized by sharp silhouettes, almost as if cut with scissors, achieved through the use of masking tape. This technique captures a powerful energy in his brushstrokes. Thanks to the layering of multiple layers, his paintings exude a mysterious atmosphere, creating a space that seems both flat and deep.
He uses a varied color palette but with restrained tones, which makes his works harmonize seamlessly within living spaces, as if they were an integral part of them. By employing animal shapes, he is able to depict human emotions while navigating between reality and imagination.
This gives his works a poetic character, rich in original ideas that evoke smiles and bring serenity to those who behold them.
Currently, he focuses primarily on the publication of his artworks, while creating various adaptations such as murals, animations, picture books, and packaging, which are often sought after by administrations, companies, and stores.
How much? by Akio Harada
16" x 16" in
(40 x 40 cm)
This picture has a cartoonish charm and a cute, whimsical portrayal of a leopard. The colourful creature has a bright pink triangle nose, a kind grin, and big, dazzling green eyes full of inquiry. The leopard's distinctive golden-yellow coat and striking black markings are exquisitely detailed in its fur. It has a lively and friendly vibe thanks to its rounded face and ears, which are somewhat overdone for a pleasant look, and blush-like pink highlights. The artwork is made funnier and more contemporary by the leopard's grasping a piece of sushi covered with bright orange fish roe in its little, paw-like hands.
The picture, which is set against a plain olive-green background, emphasises the character's appeal while maintaining the attention on the leopard's and its sushi's fine features. By retaining a cartoonish style while portraying the texture of the fur and the reflected nature of the leopard's eyes, the artist deftly combines realism with imagination. This charming sculpture is ideal for a lively and dynamic area because it inspires amazement and joy.
- Year: 2024
- Classification: Unique
- Support: Acrylic Painting on Stretched Canvas
- Medium: Acrylic
- Shipped from USA
- Year: 2024
- Classification: Unique
- Support: Acrylic Painting on Stretched Canvas
- Medium: Acrylic
- Shipped from USA
About Akio Harada
Akio Harada was born in 1974 in Japan. From his childhood, he was captivated by the magic of painting. To pursue this passion, he studied oil painting at a Fine Arts university.
At the beginning of his career, he focused on using oil paint, but he found this technique too slow due to the drying time required. This led him to explore other means of expression, and he began a period of searching for his style.
He eventually turned to using acrylic paint, which allowed him to express his ideas more quickly with the help of a hand dryer.
Initially, he tended to create large-format works that did not easily lend themselves to the everyday environment, paintings that could be perceived as violent and selfish, such as “Dog Without a Face”.
However, the birth of his child was a turning point in his career. He began painting by observing his child's reactions, which led him to adopt a style that was more outward-facing.
His works are characterized by sharp silhouettes, almost as if cut with scissors, achieved through the use of masking tape. This technique captures a powerful energy in his brushstrokes. Thanks to the layering of multiple layers, his paintings exude a mysterious atmosphere, creating a space that seems both flat and deep.
He uses a varied color palette but with restrained tones, which makes his works harmonize seamlessly within living spaces, as if they were an integral part of them. By employing animal shapes, he is able to depict human emotions while navigating between reality and imagination.
This gives his works a poetic character, rich in original ideas that evoke smiles and bring serenity to those who behold them.
Currently, he focuses primarily on the publication of his artworks, while creating various adaptations such as murals, animations, picture books, and packaging, which are often sought after by administrations, companies, and stores.
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