Ayako Rokkaku Art for Sale: Prints & Originals

Ayako
Rokkaku

Ayako Rokkaku, a self-taught Japanese artist, has gained prominence in the Contemporary Art scene with her vibrant, childlike paintings. If you're looking for original Ayako Rokkaku works for sale or would like to sell, request a complimentary valuation and explore our network's most in-demand pieces.

Biography

In the Contemporary Art scene, Ayako Rokkaku stands out as a self-taught Japanese artist whose vibrant works exude a sense of joy and innocence. With her playful style and technique, Rokkaku has captured the attention of collectors and audiences worldwide.

Born in 1982 in Chiba, Japan, Rokkaku discovered her passion for art at a young age. Her artistic education was informal, and she developed her skills outside the confines of traditional art institutions. This path led to an organic, uninhibited approach to her craft, which has become her signature.

Rokkaku's artistic development took a definitive turn when she began experimenting with acrylic paints on cardboard, a medium that allowed her the freedom to paint with her hands directly. This tactile process became central to her work, eschewing brushes for a more intimate connection with her materials. Her art is characterised by sweeping gestures and the layering of vivid colours, resulting in compositions that are both dynamic and playful. This approach can be felt in her body of screenprints, a medium which sensitively captures the artist’s gestural marks and bold use of colour.

Rokkaku's oeuvre is dominated by depictions of childlike figures, often surrounded by a dreamlike landscape of flowers, animals, and fantastical elements. These characters, with their exaggerated features and expressive eyes, invite viewers into an imaginative world. Rokkaku's art is a testament to the purity of childhood curiosity and the boundless potential of creativity.

Through live painting performances where spectators could witness the spontaneous birth of her artworks, Rokkaku garnered acclaim. These performances underscored her belief in the joy of creation and the performative nature of her artistic process.

From Tokyo to Amsterdam, Rokkaku’s work has been warmly received at prestigious art fairs, with the artist’s major exhibitions including solo and group shows across the globe. Her accolades include winning the Audience Prize at Geisai #11, a Japanese art fair founded by artist Takashi Murakami, further cementing Murakami’s prominence in the Contemporary Art scene.

Rokkaku's distinctive painting style is defined by her unconventional use of her fingers instead of traditional paint brushes. This tactile approach allows her to directly connect with her canvases, fostering a sense of childlike spontaneity and freedom in her work. Rokkaku often paints on cardboard, adding an element of the ephemeral to her vivid, whimsical compositions. This tactile application of colour translates boldly in her prints, creating lively vivid compositions. Her method emphasises the joy of creation, with each piece encapsulating the artist's playful spirit and intuitive exploration of colour and form.
Rokkaku’s work has been exhibited internationally, from Europe to Asia, with notable showcases in the Netherlands, where she lived and worked for several years. Rokkaku's interactive live painting performances are particularly renowned, where spectators can witness her dynamic creative process first-hand. These performances highlight her ability to bridge the gap between artist and audience, making her work a physical and engaging shared experience.