ポールビニー PAUL BINNIE (1967-PRESENT)

Paul Binnie is a Scottish artist world renowned for his expertise in traditional Japanese woodblock printmaking. Capturing Japan’s historical past through contemporary eyes, Binnie’s prints have become a marvel of technical mastery, intricate detailing, & aesthetic beauty. Apprenticed under 関健二 Seki Kenji (1940-Present) of Doi-Hangaten; Binnie’s prints resonate with echoes of Japan’s treasured ukiyo-e & shin-hanga masters across genres of  歌舞伎 kabuki & 能 noh theatre, 美人画 bijin-ga, 風景図 scenic landscapes, & 入れ墨 irezumi/tattoo portraiture.

Imbued in story-telling; Binnie’s prints are a tapestry of narratives waiting to be uncovered. Subtly inviting viewers to delve into the tales, imagery, & fantasy of Japan's rich artistic heritage woven into the fabric of his work; Binnie blends tradition with the contemporary - honouring its past while transforming it to the present. Held in prestigious collections & museums worldwide; Binnie continues to produce prints, nude life drawing, & oil portraiture as he explores the vibrant landscapes of California's West Coast.

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