Tezukayama Gallery

Japanese sculptor Morio Shinoda, active on both the domestic and international art scene since the 1950s, creates abstract metal sculptures depicting women or structures suspended in air by wires. Throughout his career, Shinoda has presented a multitude of works under the theme of Tension & Compression, relishing the dynamic nature of contrasting elements. In the 1972 book, ‘Declaration of Pleasure’, Shinoda said, “My works are viable only in the active acquisition of pleasure, or in complete abstinence.” This exhibition consists of around 20 of Shinoda’s works created throughout his career, beginning in the 1960s, allowing viewers an opportunity to witness the evolution of his style and manner of expression over the years.