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Megumi Matsubara | |
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| Born | June 19, 1977 |
| Education | Tokyo University,The Bartlett School of Architecture |
| Occupation(s) | artist, architect |
Megumi Matsubara(b. 1977) is a Japanese artist and architect renowned for her interdisciplinary approach that fuses art, architecture, and various sensory experiences. Her works, characterized by a poetic exploration of memory, perception, and spatial relationships, have been exhibited internationally, resonating across diverse cultural contexts. She lives and works in Morocco/Japan.[1]
Education
[edit]Megumi Matsubara studied architecture at Tokyo University [2] in Japan, where she gained a strong foundation in spatial design and modernist architectural principles. Seeking to expand her academic and creative horizons, she pursued advanced studies at The Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London (UCL), one of the world’s leading institutions for architectural education.
During her time at The Bartlett, Matsubara studied under the mentorship of Sir Peter Cook[3], a prominent figure in experimental and visionary architecture. Known as a founding member of Archigram, Sir Peter Cook’s teachings emphasized radical thinking and the integration of art into architectural design. His influence encouraged Matsubara to explore unconventional approaches to space and form, further pushing the boundaries of her architectural and artistic practice.
This academic journey provided Matsubara with a unique ability to merge the technical rigor of architecture with the creative and conceptual freedom of art, shaping the interdisciplinary nature of her work today.
Career
[edit]In 2002, Matsubara co-founded Assistant, an international design and architecture studio, alongside Hiroi Ariyama. The studio’s work spans architectural designs[4], art installations, and collaborative projects, reflecting a blend of functional design and conceptual art.[5]
Matsubara’s solo practice began to gain prominence in the mid-2000s[6], as her interdisciplinary projects garnered attention for their innovative use of materials and space.[7]
- Notable Exhibitions and Projects
- The Blind Dream (2012, Morocco): A landmark installation exploring visual and sensory perception. Held at the Marrakech Biennale[8], it invited visitors to question the act of seeing itself.[9]
- House of 33 Years (2013, Japan): This architecture project reflects the architects’ philosophy of creating spaces that foster a connection between people, nature, and memory, all while considering the passage of time and the layers of history within the built environment.[10]
- Un coquelicot (2015, Japan): A photographic series of red poppies exhibited at major venues, this work symbolized memory and transience.[11]
- A proposal for a textbook to learn Braille（2016, Japan） – The project emphasizes the beauty and intricacy of Braille as a tactile language while simultaneously addressing themes of accessibility, translation, and the shared universality of human experience. Each page is meticulously designed to bridge the gap between visual and tactile languages, prompting reflection on how knowledge and sensory experiences can be redefined.[12]
- Truth / Freedom（2020, Japan） – At the Inter+Play exhibition held at the Towada Art Center, Megumi Matsubara presented an immersive installation that intricately wove together themes of memory, perception, and spatial experience. Her work invited visitors to engage with the space on multiple sensory levels, blurring the boundaries between the visible and the invisible, presence and absence.[13]
- Exhibitions at prominent institutions such as the National Art Center (Tokyo)[14], Aichi Triennale, and the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco.
Her ability to blend architectural principles with artistic expression has made her a prominent figure in contemporary art.
Recognition and Legacy
[edit]Matsubara’s works have been critically acclaimed for their intellectual depth and poetic sensibility. They have been featured in numerous thematic exhibitions addressing time, space, and identity.
Her contributions have been acknowledged by leading institutions, such as:
- Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San Francisco, where her work was part of an exhibition exploring cultural identity.[15]
- Marrakech Biennale, where her installations gained international recognition for their innovative engagement with sensory perception.[16]
- Aichi Triennale, The works were exhibited in collaboration with visually impaired students, and the works were stored in the Aichi Prefectural Museum of Ceramic Art.[17]
Personal Life
[edit]Since 2012, Matsubara has divided her time between Tokyo, Japan, and Fez, Morocco.[18] This dual existence deeply informs her creative process, drawing from the architecture, landscapes, and cultures of both regions.
References
[edit]- ^ "Megumi Matsubara". SHARJAH ART FOUNDATION. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "BOOJUM MEGUMI MATSUBARA with assistant". diesel art gallery. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "Author". Tokyo Art Beat. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "MEGUMI MATSUBARA & HIROI ARIYAMA". design boom. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "ASSISTANT/Firm/Team". ASSISTANT. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "MEGUMI MATSUBARA WITH ASSISTANT". SHIFT. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "talk Megumi Matsubara talk about the invisible". Le Cube. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "Marrakech Biennale 5-Where Are We Now?". THE VIEW FROM FEZ. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "lettera27 and Megumi Matsubara talk about the invisible". Moleskine Foundation. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "House of 33 Years". Retrieved 17 December 2024.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter| website=ignored (help) - ^ "Undress UnCoquelicot by Megumi Matsubara 21st DOMANI National Art Center Tokyo 2019". domani YouTube channel. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "Visual Arts". AICHI TRIENNALE 2016. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "Arts Towada 10th Anniversary Exhibition: Inter+Play Season 1". Arts Towada. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "DOMANI明日記録集" (PDF). Agency for Cultural Affairs. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "Artists". YBCA. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "HIGHER ATLAS". Marrakech Biennale 4. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "接触化石". ART PLATFORM JAPAN. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
- ^ "Artist". voice gallery. Retrieved 17 December 2024.
External links
[edit]- Artist's website ([1])
- Artist's interview movie ([2])
- ASSISTANT's website ([3])
- Casa wabi - Megumi Matsubara Artist Profile (Artist Projects)