ATELIER MUJI GINZA (Chuo-ku, Tokyo / MUJI Ginza store) will hold "Life in Art Philip Wise Becker" HAND MADE Handmade "Exhibition" from April 22nd (Friday) to June 26th (Sunday), 2022. We will hold it. We will also announce and sell the paintings drawn for this exhibition and new works of objects by his own hands.
Homo Fabel / Perspective of Life Aesthetics <br /> Ryohin Keikaku Co., Ltd. is an exhibition of Paris-based artist Philip Wisebecker in Life in Art, an art project that expands art (= culture) with the theme of everyday art. We will hold a meeting.
We not only provide the basics of daily life in clothing, food and housing from the store, but also seek "comfortable living" with the cooperation of artists and creators such as selling art works and promoting our company. Continues. Among them, I have collaborated with Philip Wisebecker on various projects such as MUJI Forum des Halles (European flagship store / Paris, France) and events.
Born in 1942, Philip Wisebecker has many drawings created from his own perspective, such as familiar motifs in everyday life, a unique perspective with a flat but mysterious three-dimensional effect, and a light and warm line expression. I am fascinated by people. In addition, he designs, produces, and paints most of the furniture in his home and atelier.
This exhibition consists of drawing works with motifs of things in everyday life, tools for daily life created by the artist, and images recorded in the atelier. Feel the perspective of his life aesthetics, freely expressing his inner ideas and building a living environment, and find an opportunity to enjoy your daily life.
ATELIER MUJI GINZA
Chairs and furniture that would have been used by immigrants who crossed the sea to New England about 100 years ago. It is sturdy and can be made quickly with the minimum amount of materials, regardless of style or craftsmanship. I liked that kind of place.
I felt like I could make something similar. I was absorbed in making it with only rudimentary tools, and gradually replaced the interior of the atelier with my own furniture. I immediately liked the basic and unpretentious furniture. Even if my friends and family criticize me for being uncomfortable, I still feel like myself and I still use it without getting tired of it. After all, it's beautiful to see. What I see is the most important thing for me, and I have to put up with the rest. Even now, I continue to make it as needed. It's very easy to make. Wood, screws, glue, then clamps and drills, and you're ready to go. The troublesome part is the painting process. First fill the holes, file and apply the first time. Once dry, it must be filed again and applied a second time. I always use gray for the paint. Gray is my favorite color, it's not fashionable, it's heavy, and it's soothing. It's neither black nor white, but it suits me well because I'm constantly lost. Fortunately, the drawbacks of painting are also inconspicuous.
Now, my biggest wish is to display my own furniture side by side, just like the drawing work, in a naked state where nothing can be put in.
Philip Wise Becker
(Published by Philip Wisebecker, "Homo Fabel": Book Printing BON BOOK / Release: Partial excerpt from MUJI BOOKS)
Philip Wise Becker
Born in France in 1942. After graduating from the French National Higher Decorative Arts School in Paris, he moved to New York in 1968. While working on many American advertisements and editorial illustrations, he also produces artwork.
Returned to France in 2006. He has a deep connection with Japan and exhibited his first solo exhibition at Creation Gallery G8 in 2000. 2002,
Stayed at Villa Kujoyama in Kyoto for 4 months at Artist in Residence operated by Institut Francais Japan. In 2021, he held a solo exhibition at Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum. He also worked on the official art poster for the Tokyo Olympics 2020.
Currently based in Paris, he continues to present his works in Europe, the United States and Japan.
[Exhibition basic information]
Life in Art Philip Wisebecker "HANDMADE" Exhibition Period | April 22nd (Fri) -June 26th (Sun), 2022
Time ｜ 11: 00 – 21:00
* Business hours are subject to change. Please check the official website of ATELIER MUJI GINZA.
Venue ｜ MUJI Ginza 6F ATELIER MUJI GINZA Gallery1 ・ 2 Free admission Organizer ｜ Ryohin Keikaku Planning Cooperation ｜ Natsuko Takada (Bureau Kida), Shigeki Fujishiro Photo ｜ Toshiaki Miyamoto Graphic Design ｜ Yuko Higashikawa Cooperation | , Book Printing Co., Ltd. * There may be times when some of the exhibits cannot be viewed due to schedule changes such as the exhibition period and time, or events.
[Related event]
A talk event will be held. Details will be announced on the ATELIER MUJI GINZA official website and SNS as soon as they are decided.
ATELIER MUJI GINZA 3-3-5 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0061 Mujin Ryohin Ginza 6F
Access ｜ Tokyo Metro Ginza Line / Marunouchi Line / Hibiya Line "Ginza" Station Exit B4 3 minutes walk Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line "Ginza 1-chome" Station Exit 5 3 minutes walk
JR Yamanote Line "Yurakucho" Station Central Exit 5 minutes walk
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【Related information】
<Notice of book sales>
Bibliographic name | "Homo Fabel" Author name | Philip Wise Becker Price | 3,300 yen (tax included)
ISBN ｜ 978-4-910462-03-5
Publisher ｜ Tosho Printing Co., Ltd. BON BOOK
Planning + Editing ｜ Osamu Kushida Production ｜ EDITHON Co., Ltd.
Coordination / Translation ｜ Natsuko Takada (Bureau Kida)
Photo ｜ Toshiaki Miyamoto Design ｜ Ryosuke Saeki (EDIT HON Co., Ltd.)
Cover Textiles ｜ Reiko Sudo Bookbinding Design ｜ Yoshihisa Tanaka Special Cooperation ｜ Kaoru Kasai Sales Cooperation ｜ MUJI BOOKS Printing Bookbinding ｜ Book Printing Co., Ltd. Limited 2500 copies
Pre-sale at MUJI Ginza from April 22, 2022. It will be on sale at MUJI BOOKS nationwide from May 1st.
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