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YUGEN Gallery FUKUOKA Hosts Exhibition 'Initiation of Death and Rebirth'

From May 17 to June 9, 2025, YUGEN Gallery FUKUOKA will present a noteworthy solo exhibition, 'Initiation of Death and Rebirth,' by artist Keiichi Baba. This exhibition is a traveling showcase of the original presentation that took place at YUGEN Gallery in Minami Aoyama, Tokyo, which garnered significant attention and acclaim.

Concept behind the Exhibition

The focal point of the exhibition lies in a series titled 'RISIN: Death and Rebirth,' where Baba utilizes a unique four-step process to create art. His method involves completing images on layered cardboard, inflicting knife cuts to produce intricate textures, reconstructing them into semi-sculptural forms, and finally curing them with resin. Through this artistic journey, he expresses profound themes of birth, death, resurrection, and eternity.

Baba's creations predominantly feature symbols associated with mortality, including skulls and wound-laden goddesses, weaving narratives that reflect the concept of time. As an artist who identifies as non-religious, Baba channels his efforts toward self-salvation through the exploration of a mythical world that is original and deeply personal. He hopes that the essence of life, as it emerges from suffering and pain, will resonate strongly with viewers.

"The act of drawing, destroying, and regenerating through my artistic process serves as a rite of passage for reincarnating a sou.

A Compelling Visual Experience

This exhibition promises a compelling visual experience, urging audiences to consider the essence of life that exists beyond injury and agony. In addition to the fascinating works displayed in the original exhibition at YUGEN Gallery in Tokyo, the Fukuoka venue will feature seven new pieces from two additional series, adding to the exhibition's allure.

Keiichi Baba, an emerging talent in the art world, has even been featured on the cover of the current art magazine, ExtrART file.44. Visitors to YUGEN Gallery FUKUOKA will have the rare opportunity to appreciate his artistic vision, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming audiences.

Featured in ExtrART file.44

As a seasonal publication, ExtrART file.44 will be available for purchase until the end of June, providing another avenue for audiences to engage with Baba's work. It is accessible through bookstores nationwide and various online platforms, making this an opportune moment for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

For detailed exhibition information, please visit the official gallery website.

Exhibition Overview:

• - Title: Initiation of Death and Rebirth
• - Dates: May 17 (Saturday) - June 9 (Monday), 2025
• - Opening Hours: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (last day until 5:00 PM)
• - Closed: Tuesdays
• - Artist Present Dates: May 17, 18, June 8, 9 (For the latest updates, please check the gallery’s Instagram)
• - Location: YUGEN Gallery FUKUOKA, 2-1-4 Daimyo, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City
• - Admission: Free

Discover Baba's Art

Concurrent with the exhibition, visitors will be able to view and purchase Baba's artwork online via the YUGEN Gallery official web store at: YUGEN Gallery.

Related Works:

• - Lonely Struggle - Man Competing with Death (#Collapse #Crying with Heart #In Death’s Embrace)
• - Circulation - Reverse (#Backward #Carving) Awake (#Suppressed #Offering to Oneself #Eternity)

Artist Profile

Keiichi Baba is a painter born in 1974 in Tokyo. He is recognized for his achievements, including the Tokyo Governor's Award at the 14th World Painting Exhibition (2018) and Honorable Mention at the Komatsu Biennale (2019). His works are part of collections, such as NEKA ART MUSEUM in Bali, Indonesia.

Past Exhibitions

• - 2020: Digging Humans Solo Exhibition, galleryQ, Tokyo
• - 2023: GOLDEN DAYS Solo Exhibition, galleryQ, Tokyo
• - 2024: MA→ZI Tokidoki Group Exhibition, FEI ART MUSEUM, Yokohama
• - 2024: 'Digging Humans' and Associated Writings Solo Exhibition, gallery shell 102, Tokyo
• - 2025: Initiation of Death and Rebirth Solo Exhibition, YUGEN Gallery, Tokyo

About YUGEN Gallery

YUGEN Gallery, operated by Gene Inc., is a contemporary art gallery featuring both offline venues in Tokyo's Minami Aoyama and Fukuoka's Tenjin, complemented by an online gallery. It serves as a platform for promoting and selling contemporary art. The online gallery aims to support multilingual access and will soon offer services in Japanese, English, and Chinese, expanding the reach of domestic contemporary art globally.

Gallery Address:

• - YUGEN Gallery, 3-1-31 Minami Aoyama, Port Ward, Tokyo, 4F KD Minami Aoyama Building
• - Opening Hours: Varies by exhibition

YUGEN Gallery FUKUOKA

• - Address: 2-1-4 Daimyo, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, 4F Stage 1 Nishi-dori
• - Business Hours: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• - Closed: Tuesdays

For more information, visit the official gallery website.

About Gene Inc.

Gene Inc. specializes in digital marketing consulting, leveraging internet advertising. They also encompass art media projects and lifestyle ventures. Their digital marketing services encompass market research, competitive analysis, internet ad management, SEO strategies, affiliate initiatives, creative development, system integration, and various consulting offerings.

Company Overview:

• - Representative: Yoichi Hayashida
• - Established: December 8, 2016
• - Capital: 100 million yen (as of January 2023, including capital reserves)
• - Contact: pr@jeane.jp
• - Website: Gene Inc.