Guest Curator Kenji Stoll talks about the connections between the Edo era artists of Japan and contemporary artists from Tacoma featured in the exhibition Echoes of the Floating World opening on Saturday, February 22. Tickets are on sale now!
Echoes of the Floating World highlights the continuing influence of Japan’s ukiyo-e woodblock prints on contemporary art in the Pacific Northwest. The exhibition features a striking collection of 18th, 19th and early 20th-century Japanese woodblock prints from the Tacoma Art Museum and others, displayed alongside works by contemporary Northwest artists. This exhibition honors the rich legacy of ukiyo-e while exploring its cultural impact on today’s artistic expressions.
“What’s really cool about this show is that you’ll see these [woodblock prints] in person, and you’ll also see the ways in which they influence artists who live and work right in our community…It’s a full circle moment.” –Kenji Stoll
The exhibition will also showcase the works of several regional contemporary artists, including a mural by Stoll.
Echoes of the Floating World promises to be a thought-provoking exhibition that showcases the beauty of traditional Japanese art and highlights its relevance and influence on contemporary artists in our region. Join us in celebrating this rich cultural dialogue and the artistic legacies that continue to inspire new generations. The Japanese woodblock prints will be shown in three rotations, so check back for more information.