- Ukiyo-e is a traditional Japanese art style that consists of characters from old tales, illustrations of folklore, and landscapes.
- The art style originated around the 17th century and thrived throughout the 19th century in central Edo, which is now Tokyo.
- Ukiyo-e remains a significant portrayal of Japanese beauty and culture.
- One of the most popular Aritist pratice this art stlye and bring Ukiyo-e to a level that has impact Japan culture, inspiring multiple artists and contribute to global appreciation of Japanese.
- This Artist is Katsushika Hokusai, a remains central figure in the history of Ukiyo-e design school.
- The Art stlye mainly focus on representing the daily life,
the scenes of entertaintment or a play of fokllore, and landscapes.
- With a unique way of drawing character, bold lines and vibrant colors,
the choice of bold shapes and expressive curves, unshaded and vivid colors.
THE ART OF UKIYO-E
- Ukiyo-e use a special technique called woodblock printing.
- With a unique way of drawing character, bold lines and vibrant colors,
the choice of bold shapes and expressive curves, unshaded and vivid colors.
- The Art stlye mainly focus on representing the daily life,
the scenes of entertaintment or a play of fokllore, and detail landscapes.
CONTRIBUTOR OF UKIYO-E
Kitagawa Utamaro (1753–1806):
- Renowned for his bijin-ga (portrayal of beautiful women) prints.
- His art is mainly about details and stunning.
Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849):
-Famous for his series "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji," including "The Great Wave off Kanagawa."
Ando Hiroshige (1797–1858):
- He is renowned for his exquisite work of convey emotions through landscape.
- Some of his popular work are "The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō" and "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo."
KATSUSHIKA HOKUSAI 1760-1849
- Hokusai, a revered Japanese artist, modernized traditional print styles, celebrating a unified Japan through diverse landscapes and shared symbols.
- He pioneered globalization's influence, drawing international inspiration and influencing European artists. His legacy persists, inspiring numerous artists worldwide.
