Sakura - Beyond The Light
[ 11.02 – 28.03 / 2017 ]
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SAKURA – Beyond the Light is the first solo exhibition in Singapore by contemporary artist Queenie Rosita Law and we’re delighted to be showcasing her work. The opening reception was held on 10 February and featured 12 unique paint-on-photography artworks.
Sectioned into 3 series, the first “sakura” art work explores the spirit of the Sakura flower from Japan, and the idea of being in the moment. By using a specialised painting method, she transforms the sakura blossom images to illustrate the development of flowers in blooming.
The second “after blooming” series features greyscale prints that illustrate the development of flowers after blooming and the perpetual cycle of the relationship between life and death.
The third series of “tree” art prints similarly employ a paint on photography method but on images of trees, forests and leaves in Japan to express freedom and light. She hopes people will see the brighter side of things, even in dark times.
Were you met with obstacles in your journey towards becoming an artist?
There are always obstacles in doing anything—not just being an artist, a creative mind or an entrepreneur. There are obstacles everyday and that is what allows you to keep learning.
Tell us more about the unique print on photography method used in your art prints.
I get inspired from nature. I will take my film camera when I go on trips (mostly Japan) and capture the beautiful scenery on the film. When I am back in my studio, I will develop the film and if any image catches my eye, I will paint on the black and white photograph image of what I imagined or what I want the viewer to see.
Queenie Rosita Law
Born in Hong Kong, and a graduate of the Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design with a degree in Graphic Design specialising in experimental image making, Queenie Rosita Law’s interest in storytelling and capturing ephemeral moments in life is a fundamental aspect of her work as a visual artist and image-maker. Blending photography and paint to highlight an instance or a mood that all-too-easily slips away imbues her work with a deeply felt sentiment to move and inspire. Her works have been exhibited in London, Paris, Hong Kong and Tokyo.
Queenie founded her art design studio, Production Q, in 2014. The studio has been at the heart of two major projects: imagery creation and The City Book (which are both continually developing). The projects encompass lifestyle creations for interior and everyday life such as art books and art prints, with the goal to create a collection serving as a daily source of inspiration in people’s lives. The extensive range of products are based on Law’s artistic approaches and are available in leading design and bookstores around the world.
