Gallery Director : Mitsuhiro Murata
Profile
1970 : Born in Saitama1993 : Graduated from Rikkyo University
2002 : Graduated from Keio Business School (MBA)
1993 : TEIJIN LIMITED
2002 : PwC Consulting
2004 : bonnyColArt
2008 : bonnyColArt Vice President
I came to art material industry by sheer chance and have been working to support artists by supplying materials. I want to supply high-quality art materials to artists so that they can make good works.
During the time I have been working in this industry, I had an opportunity of working in close vicinity of "art," especially "contemporary art" and noticed the existence of the ever-expanding art market. I also saw artists and their works, which I believe equal to the top artists of all over the world. I think, however, that it is still difficult for general consumers to find their favorite artist or arts to buy. At the same time, only few artists can make living by their art activities.
There is distance between the supplier of art(artists) and buyer. I started this project because I want to shorten this distance.
"What is Art?" I need time and experience to answer this fundamental question. Still, there's something I can do to contribute to art. Whatever that is, I will find it and take a step forward.
Chief Gallerist : Yoji Kuruma
Profile
1951 : Born in Tokyo
Graduated from Keio Senior High School
1974 : Graduated from Musashino Art University
My carrier has always been in art material industry. I have worked mainly with Liquitex(Acrylic colour); to spread Liquitex and its technique in Japanese market, developing and planning Liquitex Biennnale for the purpose of giving opportunities to young artists. I believe that Liquitex Biennnale is playing its part in society as an infrastructure, which produces talented artists, in the world of contemporary art in Japan.
I have been in contact with many artists and gallerists and have seen their works all through my carrier. I will try to introduce young and up-coming artists to art scene in Japan in more aggressive manner.
I am hoping that artists and we can help each other and grow together into great artists and great gallery.
