An introduction to Koho, an artist of the "0 Exhibition."
Koho
Calligrapher. Born in 1996.
First took up the brush at the age of five. Majored in calligraphy in both high school and university.
Studied the fundamentals, history, and modern practice of calligraphy for seven years.
A master of the clerical (reisho) script, she handles a wide range of styles.
While honoring the classics, she pays close attention to her supports and to the colors of her work,
creating pieces that feel at home in contemporary spaces.
"I want to share 'sho'—the calligraphy that is part of Japan's traditional culture—with the world."
To realize this vision, she continues today to explore new possibilities for calligraphy that reach beyond its conventional bounds.
▽Koho Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/koho_calligrapher/
▽Koho Website
[Works] *A selection of works is shown here
Kafuku (Blessings and Good Fortune)
Indian-ink on Wood Panel inkpad Gold
H803×W1303(mm)
2021
Kei (Fragrance)
Indian-ink on Washi
H1250×W443(mm)
2021
Shoko Choenin
Daisha Hasseiki
Indian-ink on Washi
H670×W160(mm)
2021
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[Staff Comment]
Koho specializes in the clerical (reisho) script, and her powerful, dynamic characters are truly eye-catching! Rendered in even, uniform lines, her works give a precise, well-ordered impression while their distinctive details are utterly captivating! (Mogi)
【 Exhibition Overview]
Event title : Exhibition Zero – Creation New Culture
Dates: Monday, January 2, 2023 – Friday, January 15, 2023, 10:00–21:00 (until 20:00 on the final day)
Venue: +ART GALLERY, Shibuya Scramble Square Shops & Restaurants 14F (2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0002)
Participating artists: Ryoka Kawauchi, Rinka Kachi, Meiyu, Koho, Yo Terano
