開楽智治

My head is always full of all kinds of images — from vague, hazy impressions to crystal-clear visions. There are times when it feels like my mind might burst from the chaos, but I find relief by somehow getting those images out and onto the canvas. ■ Born in Osaka, 1957. ■ 1987–2000 Grand Prix, Shueisha Weekly Young Jump "Golden Bear Award"; selected for the Japan Graphic Exhibition; selected for "THE CHOICE" in Illustration magazine published by Genkosha Co., Ltd.; monthly selections and Annual Special Award in "Shi to Meruhen" (Poetry and Fairy Tales). ■ 2009 Participated in the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse chips Exhibition 2011 Exhibited at OSAKA Art & Handmade Bazaar 2013 Solo exhibition at Design Festa Gallery ■ 2008–2025 Exhibited at Design Festa (Also participated in numerous other events and exhibitions not listed above.)