Tomoko Ouchi ‘Cloudy Morning Practice’ 8″x 10.75″ Framed Oil Painting $350

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Tomoko Ouchi ‘Cloudy Morning Practice’ 8″x 10.75″ Framed Oil Painting $350

                                         

  The Artist about herself

I am a professional artist passionate about painting. Painting ‘en plein air’ is my favorite activity, but I love experimenting and creating in the studio just as much. Oil and gouache are my preferred medium. In terms of painting subjects, I follow the tickle in my heart. I strive to communicate what stirs me as honestly as possible. At the same time, I attempt to present my audience with a captivating visual surface.

My involvement in art began in junior high school when I joined the school Art Club. This is where I was exposed to the basics of charcoal drawing, oil painting, and something even more important. A comment from my art teacher Ms. Shimada still resonates with me today, “Refine what you want to say, it needs to be crystal clear. The truth is inside you.”

I am mostly self-taught. I am always pursuing my growth as an artist and painter through studio work, books, and classes. Alla Prima by Richard Schmid has become my beloved guide to oil painting. Additionally, I owe it to Creative Visionary Program 2019 (Nicholas Wilton) for giving me courage to step into the unknown.

More recently, Emily Ball’s Paint Fit Retreat has helped me to explore a more personal approach to painting. I also owe it to Richard Houston at the Art Center for giving me eyes to look at the human figure. My current series on sumo would not have been possible without his teaching.

I currently divide my time between Kauai, Hawaii and Zushi, Japan. You may find me outside painting in either location. In addition to private client and gallery sales, I regularly participate in juried art exhibitions. My work is collected in both the United States and Japan and can even be seen at the Lihue Airport. 

 

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Tomoko Ouchi ‘Cloudy Morning Practice’ 8″x 10.75″ Framed Oil Painting $350