The collections within sumi’s work
Tender Connections
4 Prints · Ready to Frame
These works explore the delicate and intricate nature of human and abstract bonds through intertwined forms. — ‘Knot Duo’, ‘Knot cross 1’, ‘Knot Kisses’ and ‘Knot Solo’.
Works by sumi works
28 pieces
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About sumi
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Visual voice
sumi works — questions answered
Who is the artist behind sumi works?
sumi works is the creative practice of Chiaki W., a Tokyo-born artist and designer trained in Tokyo and New York, now based in Copenhagen.
What defines the style of sumi works?
The style merges traditional Japanese shodo (calligraphy) with Nordic aesthetics, focusing on nature, philosophical words, and the concept of 'Ma' or negative space.
Where has this work been exhibited?
Her work has been shown at the Japan Design Festival and the Nikolaj Contemporary Art Center in Copenhagen, alongside collaborations with brands like MUJI and Chanel.
What is the significance of 'Ma' in these pieces?
Ma refers to the intentional use of negative space, a core element of the artist's practice that balances the ink strokes with the surrounding emptiness.
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