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'A Life of Drawing' Exhibition at Roppongi Tsutaya

Beginning on March 20, 2026, Roppongi Tsutaya will host a two-person exhibition featuring artists Ueda Takumi and Suda Hinako, under the title 'A Life of Drawing.' This event will take place in the SHARE LOUNGE area on the second floor and will run until April 5, 2026. This exhibition aims to present the new works of both artists as a showcase of their ongoing creative processes in the realm of drawing.


(Image: Ueda Takumi 'A Mother, A Child')

Both Ueda and Suda are alumni of Tokyo University of the Arts and establish their artistic styles with a shared background in fine art. They exhibit a unique approach to their artwork while simultaneously reflecting a common underlying spirit. If one of the primary ambitions for a painter is to create illusions on a flat surface, Ueda and Suda may be tracing the edges of this objective to explore existence itself, or more broadly, to examine the world filled with concepts and symbols.


(Image: Suda Hinako 'Oshiri II')

In a recent statement regarding the exhibition, Ueda expressed an encounter with a striking piece from Suda that instantly captivated him amid the overwhelming visual content found online. He describes the freshness of her work as its ability to transcend preconceived interpretations, presenting raw sensations before language can concretize them. Ueda articulates this experience, suggesting it evokes a profound confrontation with life itself and hints at Suda’s earnest attitude towards the complexities of contemporary existence.

As technological advances in AI resemble an unprecedented blend of the Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution, Ueda believes that the core of human activity remains fundamentally unchanged, echoing thoughts dating back to Aristotle's time. He feels that Suda’s art encapsulates the essence of human engagement in art, spiraling through the fabric of existence.

Drawing can be seen as an exchange of life's sensations, and Ueda hopes for the emergence of a dialogue between their artworks during the exhibition.

On the other hand, Suda notes that the title 'A Life of Drawing' resonates with emotional depth. It evokes the idea of being part of the ongoing energy flow of art history while collaborating with a senior artist from the same era, highlighting the continuity and evolution of artistic expression.

Exhibition Details:

• - Title: 'A Life of Drawing'
• - Dates: March 20 (Friday, public holiday) – April 5 (Sunday), 2026
• - Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
• - Location: Roppongi Tsutaya, 2nd Floor, SHARE LOUNGE
• - Host: Roppongi Tsutaya
• - Cooperation: CCC Art Lab (https://www.ccc-artlab.jp/)

Reception Event:

A special reception will be held on March 20, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Please note that photography and in-exhibition activities may be restricted during scheduled events.

Important Dates:

Several dates during the exhibition will feature other activities in the space, resulting in selective access restrictions:

• - March 23: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• - March 25: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• - March 27: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• - March 28: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• - April 1: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• - April 4: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• - April 5: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The exhibition is free to the public.

About the Artists:

• - Ueda Takumi: A graduate of Tokyo University of the Arts with a focus on oil painting, Ueda creates various works ranging from paintings to illustrations, and design, seeking to express the human experience through art since leaving his corporate job at Oriental Land.

• - Suda Hinako: Born in 1998, Suda graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts and combines various existing materials to craft her paintings, primarily focusing on the human body as a motif.

This gallery space facilitates a meeting point for diverse experiences in art while nurturing dialogue across generations of artists and audiences alike. Join us for an immersive exploration of drawing and artistic synergy at 'A Life of Drawing'.