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Darkness and Light Kipeperushi by Chihiro Otsuki

Darkness and Light Kipeperushi by Chihiro Otsuki is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Michoro, Picha na Mawasiliano ya Kuona Competition Category.


ShabaMchoro· 2024

Darkness and Light Kipeperushi

by Chihiro Otsuki

Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award Winner in Mchoro Category

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The Design

About Darkness and Light Kipeperushi

Giza na Mwanga ni kipeperushi kilichobuniwa kwa ajili ya maonyesho kuhusu fasihi ya kikale ya Kijapani. Kipeperushi hicho kinachanganya sanaa ya lacquer na uchoraji wa rangi za mafuta, asili na ubinadamu, mitindo ya kikale na ya kisasa. Uandishi wa herufi unaunganisha kazi za wasanii wawili na maandiko ya kikale yanayohifadhiwa na taasisi ya utafiti. Karatasi iliyochapishwa ina ukubwa wa milimita 515 kwa 728 na imetengenezwa kwa njia ya uchapishaji wa UV offset ukitumia wino wa mimea kwenye karatasi iliyothibitishwa na Baraza la Usimamizi wa Misitu (FSC). Muundo huu unaonyesha jinsi utamaduni wa kikale na vitabu vinavyoathiri usemi wa kisanaa wa leo.

The Recognition

About the Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award

Darkness and Light Kipeperushi ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima kubwa unaotolewa kwa miundo bora inayotofautishwa kwa ubunifu, ustadi na busara. Washindi wa Shaba ni kazi za ufundi mwingi na bunifu ya kushangaza zinazothibitisha uzoefu mpana, mawazo na ustadi wa wabunifu wao. Darkness and Light Kipeperushi inatarajiwa kuwa kitu kinachothaminiwa sana, kupendwa na kuenziwa, ambacho ni cha kitaalamu na bunifu kwa kiasi kikubwa. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award unajumuisha mbinu bora katika sanaa, sayansi, usanifu na teknolojia, na ni bora kwa umakini wake kwa undani. Darkness and Light Kipeperushi hutosheleza mahitaji kwa uzuri, hugusa hamu, huvutia hisia na kuvutia udadisi.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
The poster design blends elements like lacquer art with oil painting and nature with humanity, combining classic and modern styles. It illustrates the convergence of books, literature, and art, showcasing the vast potential of classical culture and art. The design captures the essence of classical themes as interpreted by two artists, highlighting the deep influence of classical culture in their artistic expression.
Dimensions & Packaging
Width 515 x Height 728 mm
UV offset printing, Vegetable ink, Forest Stewardship Council
Production Technology
They have developed a graphic design centered around typography that multidimensionally leverages both the artworks created by two artists and the classical texts held by the National Institute of Literature Research. The poster, while maintaining its function as printed material, uses special ink and paper that demonstrate consideration for the environment. As a result, it not only fulfills its role as a poster but also reflects a high level of consideration in projects related to national involvement.
Inspiration
The project is a residency program conducted by the National Institute of Japanese Literature, a research institute that seeks out and researches classical books, which are the life, spirit, and cultural heritage of Japan, and makes them available to the public both in Japan and abroad.
Project Duration
The project was launched in 2017 to open up the collection of classical books and the network of specialists cultivated by the National Institute of Japanese Literature to non-researchers. The exhibition was part of that project, inviting two artists and being held for one week from January 11 to January 17.
Operation Flow
The poster is a special design that combines old-fashioned lacquer art and modern oil painting, nature and humanity. It presents a harmonious blend of old and modern styles, illustrating the integration of books, literature, and art. This design reflects the artists' contemplation on ancient stories and themes, clearly demonstrating the significant influence of traditional culture on their artwork.

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