Hajime Namiki’s work stands out for its richness of color and expression, and its ability to deeply engage the viewer. The unique atmosphere and quiet yet powerful presence of his works leave a deep impression on the viewer. I feel that there is something in his expression that is not only beautiful but also deeply moving. Paper Size: 30 × 30 cm / 11.8″ x 11.8″ in. Image Size: 30 × 30 cm / 9″ x 9″ in. Please see Photo’s as part of the item description, since they are photo’s of the actual Artwork you will receive! There always might be slight color variation from the Original to the colors you see on the photo’s. 1947 Born in Sumida-ku, Tokyo. 1965 Studied architectural sculpture and other woodcarving under sculptor Shigeru Ogura. 1974 Joined the Japan Federation of Sculptors. Participated in wood carving exhibition. 1978 Began woodblock printmaking. 1983 Solo exhibitions held throughout Japan Tokyo, Okinawa, Chiba, Aomori, etc. To lecture on woodblock prints Demonstration of woodblock prints at the Japan Festival Solo exhibition at Kenosaha Museum. 1985- Exhibited at CWAJ Contemporary Print Exhibition. 1999 Solo exhibition at Castale Fine Arts, San Francisco, U. Collection: The White House, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Woodblock prints have a long history, dating back to the Heian period. The works of genius artists such as Katsushika Hokusai and Utagawa Hiroshige astonished the world and had a profound impact on artistic culture. The production of woodblock prints is based on the complete division of labor. In “traditional woodblock prints, ” which have been handed down since ancient times, the processes of “underpainting, ” “engraving, ” and “printing” are carried out by top-class craftsmen who have mastered the secrets of each process. Only when each of these skilled craftsmen work in unison with the other three can a work of art with a high degree of perfection be created. Namiki Hajime is a woodblock printmaker. The painter refers to the artist. He determines all aspects of the work, from composition to depiction and color. The “engraver” carves the woodblocks based on the rough sketch. The “printer” mixes the pigments and repeatedly prints them on the paper. The work is finally completed after a rigorous examination of color and print quality. Although woodblock prints are always tense and time-consuming, they boast a unique artistic quality that cannot be experienced anywhere else. Unlike printed matter, woodblock prints are produced in limited quantities and are not available in unlimited supply. This is because the quality of the woodblocks deteriorates with each printing, and the woodblocks are eventually disposed of. Craftsmen who do not tolerate any compromise limit the number of prints they produce and put their hearts and souls into their work in order to produce only the most satisfactory works. The opportunities to sell these pieces are limited, so please collect them while they are still available. EMS service (with tracking) 5-7 days.