Ingrained
Chiho Harazaki
June 29 – July 20, 2024
Opening Reception, Saturday, June 29, 5 - 8pm
LAUNCH Gallery
170 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
LAUNCH Gallery is proud to present two solo shows of Los Angeles based artist, Chiho Harazaki, an immigrant from Japan, who brings a wealth of creativity and life experience to their unique art-making perspective.
Chiho Harazaki continues to evolve artistically by tapping into her traditional Japanese upbringing through the creation of contemporary contemplative figures in modern American society. In her new series, titled Ingrained, Chiho creates intimate charcoal and graphite narratives that convey contemporary life in her new home with a secret undertone.
Chiho Harazaki continues to evolve artistically by tapping into her traditional Japanese upbringing through the creation of contemporary contemplative figures in modern American society. In her new series, titled Ingrained, Chiho creates intimate charcoal and graphite narratives that convey contemporary life in her new home with a secret undertone.
In my figurative art series Ingrained, I express my uncertainty, insecurity, and confusion arising from values ingrained within me by the cultures I have been shaped by. My works contain traditional patterns from my home country, patterns which evoke within me a melancholy feeling like an unbreakable cage, or like tattoos on my body that cannot be removed. I seek to discover my own identity through my art, synthesizing elements of
Eastern and Western, traditional and modern culture. ~ Chiho Harazaki
Eastern and Western, traditional and modern culture. ~ Chiho Harazaki
About the Artist
Chiho Harazaki was born and raised in the countryside of Japan. Spending time at the studio of her uncle, a renowned rock sculptor, Harazaki's interest in art was stimulated at an early age. After moving to Los Angeles, she began using adhesive tape as her art medium while developing her practice in drawing, painting, and installation. Her use of precisely cut adhesive tape gives her work the feel of modern graphic design while also lending itself to works reminiscent of traditional Japanese arts like woodcut and papercutting. Perceiving life as
a first-generation immigrant, Harazaki explores her own identity through her art.
Chiho Harazaki was born and raised in the countryside of Japan. Spending time at the studio of her uncle, a renowned rock sculptor, Harazaki's interest in art was stimulated at an early age. After moving to Los Angeles, she began using adhesive tape as her art medium while developing her practice in drawing, painting, and installation. Her use of precisely cut adhesive tape gives her work the feel of modern graphic design while also lending itself to works reminiscent of traditional Japanese arts like woodcut and papercutting. Perceiving life as
a first-generation immigrant, Harazaki explores her own identity through her art.
LAUNCH LA believes exposure to the arts enhances quality of life and strengthens community for all through the shared appreciation of creative expression in all its forms and hybrids. LAUNCH LA is passionate about providing all artists regardless of race, color, creed or sexual orientation with quality opportunities to present themselves and their creations that reflect our times to a curious and enthusiastic audience at important happenings throughout Los Angeles.
Media Contact:
James Panozzo
323.899.1363