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shimbo

Art serves as a vessel to capture and honor the inherent energy found within nature.

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About shimbo

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Shoso Shimbo is a Japanese-born sculptor and Ikebana practitioner based in Melbourne. With a PhD from RMIT and a background as a Shinto priest and Sogetsu School instructor, his practice bridges traditional Japanese aesthetics with environmental sculpture. His work seeks to harness the life force of nature, often addressing ecological concerns through intricate, organic forms. Shimbo’s career includes recognition at the National Gallery of Victoria and a Gold Medal at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. From his Sea Snakes: Trash Vortexes at the Lorne Biennale to his academic research at Monash University, he remains dedicated to exploring the intersection of the natural world and human impact.

Visual voice

Shimbo’s aesthetic blends the disciplined structure of Sogetsu Ikebana with large-scale environmental sculpture. His work utilizes organic materials to highlight ecological issues, creating a dialogue between traditional Japanese craftsmanship and the raw energy of the natural environment.
Environmental SculptureSogetsu IkebanaJapanese AestheticsEcological ArtOrganic Forms
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shimbo — questions answered

What is the primary focus of Shimbo’s work?

Shimbo focuses on environmental art and ecological concerns, using sculptural forms to express the life force of nature.

How does his background influence his art?

His practice is shaped by his roles as a Shinto priest and a Sogetsu School instructor, blending traditional Japanese aesthetics with sculptural techniques.

Where has Shimbo’s work been exhibited?

His work has been shown at the National Gallery of Victoria and the Lorne Biennale, where he presented his piece Sea Snakes: Trash Vortexes.

What accolades has the artist received?

Shimbo has been awarded a Gold Medal at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show and the 2017 Arnold Bloch Leibler Prize.

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