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| The Great Wave |
Looking at publicity for this exhibition I have added the blurb from the British Museum website:-
'Throughout the exhibition, outstanding examples of Hokusai’s work will show the artist’s creative breadth and depth. A selection of superb landscapes is introduced with the iconic Great Wave – itself part of a print series of views of Mt Fuji. Intimate domestic scenes capture fleeting moments in private lives. Exquisite depictions of flora and fauna display an innate skill in representing the natural world. The artist’s imagination is given full rein in the portrayal of supernatural creatures such as ghosts and deities. Through all of these works, explore Hokusai’s personal beliefs and gain a fascinating insight into the artist’s spiritual and artistic quest in his later years.
The exhibition will include prints, paintings and illustrated books, many of which are on loan from Japan, Europe and the USA. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see these extraordinary works together.'
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| Fine wind Clear Morning. |
Researching Hokusai I had not realised that he lived so long ago. He would have been a Georgian if he had lived in the U.K. His work has held a magnetic appeal for many years. Once during student years, I bought a birthday card with a Hokusai print, meaning to send it to a friend. The friend ended up with a different card as I couldn't be parted with the Hokusai. It ended up blue tacked to my college wall.
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| Yodo River In Moonlight ca 1832 |
Hokusai is widely regarded as one of Japan’s most famous and influential artists. He produced works of astonishing quality right up until his death at the age of 90. His works cover a range of subjects but the iconic waves somehow define him
From this site I found seven interesting facts about Hokusai. Click on the link to find out more.
1.He wasn't destined to be an artist. His adopted uncle wanted him to be a mirror polisher for the upper classes.
2.He changed his name 30 times and moved home 93 times
3.He once demonstrated his artistic ability in front of a Shogun court. He used chicken feet dipped in red paint to make images across the page.
4.He helped to illustrate children's board games
5.His most famous work 'The Great Wave' was started when he was 70. There's hope for me yet!
6.During his life he created 30,000 works of art
7.His art works helped to influence impressionist artist such as Claude Monet and Edgar Degas
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| Cranes |
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| Cuckoo And Azaleas |
Hopefully you have enjoyed my passion for Hokusai too. Do join in this month if you would like to share a favourite artist, painting or new up and coming exhibition.
I look forward to this month's contributions.
Barbara xxx
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