I'm chifumi from Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. My work is fantastical with Japanese elements and Japan mythology. While weaving traditional Japan motifs with a modern sense, I try to create works that invite the viewer into the story. I started my career as an artist in 2022, when I held my first group exhibition. Since then, I have gradually expanded the range of my activities, such as participating in various group exhibitions and holding web solo exhibitions at Japan Bridge Art.

The most important thing for me is to try not to make negative emotions feel as much as possible. The moment you see the painting, you will feel that the space has suddenly brightened, and that you will be able to convey a positive and warm feeling.
When looking at the work in a daze, a story like Mikakusako comes to mind in the viewer's mind, and I aim to create a work that allows me to get away from everyday life even for a moment.

This was my first group exhibition, which was an impressive event. It was truly an adult cultural festival, and we started with three friends having fun. However, since it was the first time for all of us to hold an exhibition, everything from choosing a venue to how to promote it and even creating novelties for visitors was in a state of fumbling with our hands. The process of repeatedly discussing and giving shape to each one through trial and error was not easy, but I think it was a very valuable and learning experience, including that time.

Of course, I was happy that it was featured in the local newspaper on the day of the event, but what left a lasting impression on me was the reaction of my old friends who came to visit. They were happy that I continued to draw, and they approached me, and those words really motivated me to create.

In the future, I would like to think more deeply about what works are meaningful because I draw. Establishing individuality, anyone can see it is my work! I would like to pursue the creation of a screen that can be understood. And the most important thing is to have fun. Because it is a work that I enjoy drawing, I believe that the fun and excitement will naturally be conveyed to the viewer.

I also want to challenge myself to work in a variety of sizes and formats, from small works that are light and easy to pick up, to large works. I plan to expand the range of my work so that more people can feel close to my work. Since my popularity is still close to zero, I would like to expand my activities first and have various people see my work.