This is a series of videos Takashi Murakami made back in 2007 for his exhibition “© MURAKAMI” at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles. Rest of the the videos after the jump. Note: the above video is part two, part one is missing from youtube.

22 Apr 09  /  Art  /  No Comments  /  Zachary Hayes

Showcasing the design process for his Inochi concept, Takashi Murakami held a showcase last night which revolved around his robotic figure, Inochi. Held at the Kaikai Kiki Gallery in Tokyo, the show was an amazing display of just how comprehensive Murakami’s exhibitions can be. Showcasing his creative prowess and marketing genius, Murakami previewed ads, videos, and artwork, all revolving around his latest work. Aside from the show, Takashi had a run of

20 Apr 09  /  Art  /  No Comments  /  Zachary Hayes

via: superdeath.com

18 Apr 09  /  Uncategorized  /  No Comments  /  Zachary Hayes

TOUCHPUPPET favorite Takashi Murakami has some new work on display at the Gagosian Gallery in London.
Beneath its bright and playful appearance, Murakami’s art deftly challenges the established dichotomies of high art and popular culture, East and West, present and past, life and death, humor and gravity, skepticism and belief. Visually, his work merges the dystopic worlds of popular animé and manga cartoons with the ultra-refined techniques of traditional Nihonga painting.
The centerpiece of Murakami’s compact exhibition is a vast and intricate five-panel painting, which possesses the intensity of such master works [...]

18 Feb 09  /  Art  /  No Comments  /  Zachary Hayes

BBC Art Safari special on Takashi Murakami. I caught this when it first aired a few months ago, and just now found it on YouTube. Parts 2 and 3 after the jump.

10 Jan 09  /  Art  /  2 Comments  /  Zachary Hayes

Full Article: Here

27 Dec 08  /  Art  /  No Comments  /  Zachary Hayes