New Art Visions by Ako

Oil on Canvas. 30” H x 30” W

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In the Quad 1 & QUAD 2 series, I created abstract expressionist art that integrates the vibrant and essential aspects of humanity. Focusing on emotional forces within a four-section background, pastel colors create a unique and powerful structural harmony and a pleasurable rhythm, expressing a powerful and energetic freedom. Title, year & artist’s signature on back of canvas.

Oil on Canvas. 30” H x 30” W

© Ako Arts. All Rights Reserved.

In the Quad 1 & QUAD 2 series, I created abstract expressionist art that integrates the vibrant and essential aspects of humanity. Focusing on emotional forces within a four-section background, pastel colors create a unique and powerful structural harmony and a pleasurable rhythm, expressing a powerful and energetic freedom. Title, year & artist’s signature on back of canvas.

Oil on Canvas. 30” H x 30” W

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I began studying Japanese calligraphy (shodo) at the age of six and was fortunate to achieve the rank of 5th-degree black belt. Through shodo I developed the fundamentals of ink, line thickness and balance. I also learned the deeper meaning of Japanese kanji characters that broadened my perspective, ways of thinking & creativity — all of which greatly influenced my abstract art. “Harmony” is a new concept that employs shodo ink (sumi) on canvas that fuses painting and calligraphy to express the character "和" (Wa), which means peace & harmony in Japanese. Title, year & artist’s signature on back of canvas.

Oil on Canvas. 24" x 24" W

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The “Composition” series in Blue, Orange & Violet explores the intricate harmony of elemental balance, movement & gravity within a minimalist environment, where only the essential shapes, lines and colors remain. The background and rotation of dynamic lines in the center represent yin/yang. Finally, a central circle, square or ellipse ground the entire composition to express a unique harmony & balance. Title, year & artist’s signature on back of canvas.

Oil on Canvas. 24” H x 24” W

© Ako Arts. All Rights Reserved.

The “Composition” series in Blue, Orange & Violet explores the intricate harmony of elemental balance, movement & gravity within a minimalist environment, where only the essential shapes, lines and colors remain. The background and rotation of dynamic lines in the center represent yin/yang. Finally, a central circle, square or ellipse ground the entire composition to express a unique harmony & balance. Title, year & artist’s signature on back of canvas.

Oil on Canvas. 24’ H x 24” W

© Ako Arts. All Rights Reserved.

The “Composition” series in Blue, Orange & Violet explores the intricate harmony of elemental balance, movement & gravity within a minimalist environment, where only the essential shapes, lines and colors remain. The background and rotation of dynamic lines in the center represent yin/yang. Finally, a central circle, square or ellipse ground the entire composition to express a unique harmony & balance. Title, year & artist’s signature on back of canvas.