Kawano Shoko's Second Solo Show at TAI Modern
TAI Modern in Santa Fe is currently hosting its second solo exhibit by renowned Japanese bamboo artist Kawano Shoko, running from July 31 to August 22. This display marks a decade since his first solo presentation at the gallery and follows his receipt of Japan's Medal with Purple Ribbon in 2024. Kawano's artwork features carefully crafted bamboo strips woven using his unique sukashi-ajiro technique, emphasizing the natural forms and flexibility of the material. His pieces also play with space and rhythm, often adorned with carved bamboo plates, a skill he learned from Hayakawa Shōkōsai during the Living National Treasure workshops in 2006-07. The showcase reflects his mastery of traditional methods while pushing creative boundaries.
Key facts
- TAI Modern presents Kawano Shoko's second solo exhibition.
- Exhibition runs from July 31 through August 22.
- Kawano Shoko was awarded Japan's Medal with Purple Ribbon in 2024.
- The show comes ten years after his first solo at TAI Modern.
- Kawano uses sukashi-ajiro (open twill plaiting) technique.
- He incorporates carved bamboo plates learned from Hayakawa Shōkōsai V.
- The technique was learned during workshops in 2006–07.
- The exhibition emphasizes organic form and natural flexibility of bamboo.
Entities
Artists
- Kawano Shoko
- Hayakawa Shōkōsai V
Institutions
- TAI Modern
Locations
- Santa Fe
- United States