Lurf MUSEUM's first floor will host "PIECE," the first solo exhibition by IGUNFT, a unit formed by artists Chogo Uehara and Yusaku Takamochi. The exhibition will center around a character called "IGU" created by the duo, and will feature a wide range of works, including canvases, figures, sculptures, and video. This will be the first physical exhibition by these artists, who are active in the NFT world. Additionally, merchandise created for the exhibition will be available for purchase at Lurf MUSEUM's in-store and online stores. The exhibition will run from Wednesday, August 23rd to Monday, September 4th.

[Exhibition overview]

Dates: Wednesday, August 23, 2023 - Monday, September 4, 2023 *Irregular holidays Venue: Lurf Museum / 1st floor
Time｜11:00 - 19:00
Address: Roob1, 28-13 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0033
Admission | Free *Exhibited works will be for sale

[Artist Statement]

Centered around the character "IGU," created from the blockchain in virtual space, the work has been translated into various physical forms, including paintings, sculptures, and animations.

IGU has a storyline, and other characters from that story will also appear in the work.

The theme of this exhibition is "PIECE."

He collects fragments carved into walls and public spaces hidden throughout the city, reevaluating the aesthetic value of the stories behind the city and the deterioration that has occurred over time as wabi-sabi, and expresses them as pieces of art.

In this exhibition, we also attempted to create a new dimension by going beyond the boundaries between digital and analog.

Using digital units such as pixels and layers, the work is a visual piece created by stacking multiple pieces together to create a sense of weight and depth.

One piece, one photo, one second...

We put our hope into the word "PIECE" that everything will become part of art and that it will be an opportunity to discover hidden beauty in the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city.

【profile】

In May 2022, they began activities in Japan as IGUNFT, a unit consisting of Uehara Chogo and Takamochi Yusaku.
After developing their own individual artistic endeavors, they aim to create a new chemical reaction by fusing their respective endeavors.

He is influenced by a variety of cultures, including contemporary art, manga, subculture, and street culture, and skillfully combines these to create works in his own unique style.
The works that the two have created together revolve around a character based on an unknown creature called "IGUNFT."

IGUNFT is made up of simple shapes and lines, and contains stories and messages with a unique worldview, appealing to people of diverse generations and backgrounds.
While operating on the NFT (Non-Fungible Token) platform, they also plan to participate in physical exhibitions and art events in order to share their work with more people and provide opportunities for interaction through tangible exhibits.

Nagatake Uehara
Born in Okinawa in 1982. Graphic designer.
In the field of graphic design, he creates original characters and artwork.
His works combine sophisticated design with a playful spirit and are loved by many people.

Yusaku Houmochi |
Born in Kagoshima in 1982. Toy planner.
After working in the apparel industry, he moved on to become a toy planner.
His work, which showcases his talent and incorporates three-dimensional character designs, has been highly praised and his unique visuals have attracted attention.

http://igunft.com
https://twitter.com/igu_nft

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