In her latest exhibition ‘FACE’ the illustrator points her gaze to the facial expressions of people, pets and even food
Marie Asaba is a Yokohama-based illustrator who depicts children, animals and plants using delicate expressions and bold compositions. Raised in lush Toyama, Asaba draws on her early connections with nature to inform her work, and her own identity. In a new exhibition titled ‘FACE’ the illustrator points her gaze to the subtle expressions of her many subjects, both animate and inanimate.
Currently running at Tokyo gallery ONDO, Marie Asaba’s solo exhibition features numerous illustrations ranging from people and pets to foods and everyday objects lying around the house. Each is created with a purposeful intent that elevates the subject, allowing the viewer to stare and reflect on the expression of each.
While Asaba’s works are largely digital, and comprised of giclée prints, the exhibition features several works which have been hand-altered with colored pencils to add additional texture. If you’re in Tokyo’s Kiyosumi-Shirakawa district, we definitley recommend stopping by ONDO Gallery to see the show, which is up through Sunday, June 22.
If you miss the show, you can also check out several of Asaba’s prints, which are available online. You can also follow the illustrator on Instagram.
