plus art co.,ltd (head office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Taku Nitta), whose business is built around the theme of enjoying contemporary art, will present the second edition of "ART Students STARS," featuring a total of 29 young artists who are currently enrolled in or within two years of graduating, beginning Monday, September 4 at +ART GALLERY on the 3rd floor of Tokyu Plaza Shibuya.
After running its gallery for three years on the 14th floor of Shibuya Scramble Square in the heart of Shibuya, +ART GALLERY now opens a new chapter on the 3rd floor of Tokyu Plaza Shibuya, inside the new Shibuya Fukuras commercial complex. +ART GALLERY will continue to hold curated exhibitions aimed at growing the community of people who enjoy collecting art and at supporting artists' careers.
About "Arts Students STARS"
This exhibition focuses on "young artists currently enrolled in or within two years of graduating" who hold great promise for the future of the art world, offering a place to experience the future of art that these young artists are creating.
It offers an opportunity for works created with free imagination and refined technique to come together in one place. The exhibited works vividly reflect the passion and ideas of their makers, and are sure to stimulate fresh perspectives and sensibilities in everyone who views them.
The artists themselves also take part in the exhibition, allowing them to gain a wealth of feedback on their own work. We hope collectors will come and visit this exhibition, which serves as a place to support the young artists who will shape the future of the art world and to introduce their talents widely.
Please come to the venue to experience first-hand the works and energy of these young artists, filled with their genuine feelings as they reach out to contemporary society: their hopes and expectations for the future, as well as their anxieties and inner struggles. We look forward to welcoming you.
Week 1 Artist LINE UP (September 4 - September 10)
Sayaka Irahara / Kai Inoue / Li Canchen / Hatsune Suzuki / Ryunosuke Sekiya / Tsubasa Sekino / Ryunosuke Ota / Shotaro Sanada / Fu Nagasawa / RENTA
Week 2 Artist LINE UP (September 11 - September 17)
Ryuki Kano / Miyu Higuchi / Kanon Jinno / Li Hua / Ryo Kuwamiya / Shunsuke Nomura / Suzuka Shinomiya / Saho Segawa / Hikaru Yamamoto
Week 3 Artist LINE UP (September 18 - September 24)
Yuna Higanbana / Kim Yoonjin / Sora Suzuki / Shion Takano / Shizuku Kabasawa / Ayaka Shirota / Ai Nishida / suma / Hairo / VIKI
Highlights of This Exhibition
(1) A total of 29 artists taking part. Over three weeks, a total of 29 artists participate, with the display rotating every seven days.
You can encounter artists who, while still students, are already taking part in exhibitions held in Japan and abroad, as well as artists and works that have had few chances to be shown yet possess remarkable expressive power and ideas.
(2) A place to scout artists and build a collection
Galleries wishing to reach out to a participating artist, or collectors who would like to speak with them, are welcome to approach the artists directly or to ask our staff, who can also make the introduction for you. We would be delighted if this exhibition helps you discover tomorrow's talent and creates opportunities for these artists to build their future careers.
Event Overview
- Venue name: +ART GALLERY (Tokyu Plaza 3F, inside Shibuya Fukuras)
- Exhibition title: ART Students STARS Vol.2
- Dates: Monday, September 4 - Sunday, September 24, 2023; open 11:00 - 20:00
* Opening hours may change due to the impact of COVID-19. Please check our official website for the latest information.
- Venue: Shibuya Tokyu Plaza 3F (Tokyu Plaza Shibuya 3F, inside Shibuya Fukuras, 1-2-3 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0002)
- Access: Directly connected to the "Shibuya Fukuras Pedestrian Deck" via the west exit passageway of JR lines at Shibuya Station; about a 3-minute walk from "Shibuya" Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line, Den-en-toshi Line, Keio Inokashira Line, and the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon, Ginza, and Fukutoshin Lines.
- Admission: Free - URL: https://pls-art-shop.com/
Organizer
plus art co.,ltd / +ART GALLERY
How to enjoy +ART GALLERY
(1) The exhibiting artists rotate every one to two weeks, so you can encounter a wide variety of artists and works!
(2) For those buying art for the first time, or who have just started collecting, our staff offer collecting advice and more. We are committed to helping build a market where anyone can enjoy art with ease. * We provide guidance on purchasing works for your home, taking into account each artist's career and the character of the work.
(3) When the artists are present at the gallery, you can talk with them and hear directly about the thoughts and feelings behind their work. * Please check each artist's social media or our own social media for the days they will be present.
[Press and media inquiries regarding this matter]
+ART GALLERY Management Office, Public Relations
Phone: 070-3540-2511
Email: ml@pls-art.com
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