The Secret of "That Mark" by Taisuke Kinugasa《Isai Tsushin E-Newsletter》
Good evening, this is Marie from HERALBONY.
The new art "Feelings" handkerchiefs have been well received by many people since they went on sale the other day.
Taisuke Kinugasa, the artist behind this piece, not only creates adorable motifs like this "feelings" piece, but also paints vibrantly colored travel landscapes, such as "Breakfast in Budapest," which has been used on various items.
> Sub-bag "Breakfast in Budapest"
> Sub-bag "Breakfast in Budapest"
In today's issue of the Issai Tsushin e-mail newsletter, we will introduce some "secrets" about Taisuke's work.
"Hello" mark
> "High Heels" original artwork
There is a mark that can be seen frequently in Taisuke's works, including the aforementioned "Kimochi." Have you noticed it?
This "smiley face" often appears in Taisuke's works.
> Original artwork for "Pink Dom Perignon"
> "Mount Fuji and Airplane" original artwork
There are still many secrets I want to tell you, but I'll save that for next time.
>Kinugasa Taisuke｜List of original drawings
> Original artwork for "Pink Dom Perignon"
This is like a signature that is drawn when the artist finishes a piece of work.
Taisuke says "Hello!" as he draws this mark.
Perhaps this is a greeting to those who will encounter this work in the future. Taisuke may be communicating with many people through his work.
>Original artwork for "Flowers of the Plateau"
This piece of artwork, full of vibrantly blooming flowers, also has a "Hello!" sign hidden within. Try to find it and respond to Taisuke's greeting.
>Original artwork for "Flowers of the Plateau"
This piece of artwork, full of vibrantly blooming flowers, also has a "Hello!" sign hidden within. Try to find it and respond to Taisuke's greeting.
A work born from overlapping memories of travels
In addition to motifs such as flowers, bottles, and fashion items, Taisuke also paints many landscapes from his travels.
> "Let's go to the beach" original artwork
Taisuke loves traveling with his family and remembers the fun times they have had on the road as scenes, like in a movie, which he then depicts in his artwork.
Kinugasa's paintings are a unique blend of various joyful scenes, creating unique imaginary landscapes. In his works, morning and evening scenes blend together, transcending time, creating a unique world.
This piece, "Let's Go to the Beach," also features the moon and stars in the upper right corner, but the rest of the piece depicts landscapes and skies in bright colors, giving the impression of a mix of exciting memories from various times.
> "Mount Fuji and Airplane" original artwork
This work, which shows many people riding together on an airplane flying in front of Mount Fuji, was painted after the artist returned from a trip to Türkiye.
In Turkey, a melting pot of races, he was exposed to scenes of people of various races living there, and was inspired to paint various people on the plane.
Taisuke's mother says it is unusual for him to depict so many people in one piece.
This work transcends borders and nationalities, and depicts Taisuke's vivid experiences and emotions.
There are still many secrets I want to tell you, but I'll save that for next time.
>Kinugasa Taisuke｜List of original drawings
