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Why Do People Paint? Exhibition

Sep 12 – Nov 3, 10:00–17:00 · HYPER MUSEUM HANNO · Saitama

Dates

  • Sep 12 – Nov 3, 2026, 10:00–17:00

About this event

Summary
A special exhibition titled "Why Do People Paint?" featuring works by seven artists from the Mizunoki art studio, a facility supporting individuals with disabilities.

Highlights
  • 168 selected paintings from the Mizunoki Museum collection of approximately 20,000 works
  • Archives related to sculpture and color education
  • Animation videos showcasing artistic processes
  • Opportunity to experience vivid colors and distinctive forms of Mizunoki artists


Details
The exhibition is held at the Mizunoki Museum in Kameoka, Kyoto. It showcases paintings created by seven artists who have spent decades painting subjects such as houses, cats, animals, people, and familiar characters, as well as artists drawn to plants and stones. The event aims to explore new possibilities in contemporary art while celebrating the 50th anniversary of the collection in Lausanne in 2026. Visitors can experience the remarkable color sense and design skills of these talented individuals through the vibrant and captivating works on display.

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