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Mariko works in several mediums but her preference is Oil on Canvas. The subject matter of Mariko’s painting varies though lately she finds it appealing to combine architecture and landscape as her focus.
Mariko is strongly influenced and moved by works of Henri Rousseau, Diego Rivera, Hiroshige Ando (19th century Japanese wood print- Ukiyo-E artist), and ethnic and tribal art forms of Mexico and Africa.
Mariko likes colors, especially bright colors. Oil painting is ideal to produce richness in texture through colors. Mariko’s technique has a quality of flatness combined with bright colors that result in a surrealistic presentation of her subject matter.
Of her work, Mariko has said “Bright colors are the source of my energy. I strive to transfer this energy onto my canvas. I challenge myself to go outside of the box and experiment with colors and forms. With my back ground as Japanese American, I would like to explore and attempt subject matters that incorporate both worlds in my future works”.
Mariko has had several very well received solo shows at Gallery Copaind Art in Tokyo, Japan and a juried show at the New Tokyo National Art Museum. Mariko has also shown in local Santa Barbara galleries and takes every opportunity to be a part of the local community art scene. Many of her original works and limited edition giclees are purchased and in private possession through the world. In addition to being an Art Educator at local Elementary School since 2000, is currently working towards her next show in Tokyo.
Mariko’s works are available to purchase in original and in giclee.
If interested, please contact Mariko through email.