Bare Mind Art

Masako

Born and raised in Japan, Masako had traveled to Paris, and lived in London in her late twenties before residing in the United States.

Though she always had an interest in art, her career started as a fashion designer.  She studied apparel fashion design and worked as a fashion designer throughout most of her twenties.  However, many years of soul searching brought her to the realization that art is the true purpose in her life.

Her style is influenced by surrealism, especially Salvador Dali’s artwork. She also is attracted to imaginism, which is a new art movement termed by a photographer, Thomas Hodges.  Although her works are primarily abstract and surreal, she is also inspired by human beauty and sensuality.

Exhibitions

• The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center in Hampton VA – Jan 27 – Feb 24 2013
• “Off The Wall” Art Show & Sale 2013 at Norfolk Collegiate School in Norfolk VA – Jan 25 – Jan 30 2013
• The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center in Hampton VA – Jan 28 – Feb 26 2012
• “Small Works” The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center in Hampton VA – Oct 22 – Dec 4 2011
• 757 Creative Space in Norfolk VA – Apr 1 – Present
• The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center in Hampton VA – Jan 29 – Feb 27 2011
• Premier Gallery of Ghent in Norfolk VA – Jan 10-Mar26, 2011
• Luckie’s Dueling Piano Bar in Hampton VA – Dec 8, 2010