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Libe,
2026
Megumi Kado
Painting : acrylic
125 x 90 x 10 cm 49.2 x 35.4 x 3.9 inch
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125 x 90 x 10 cm 49.2 x 35.4 x 3.9 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Artwork location: France
In the fast-paced landscape of 2026, the works of Megumi Kado (b. 2002) offer a vital sanctuary of stillness. A rising star in the New Zen movement, Kado's acrylic and mixed-media paintings are not merely objects of art, but visual meditations on the philosophy of Wabi-Sabi—the profound appreciation for that which is imperfect and fleeting.
Kado's technique is defined by a tactile, "earthy" layering process that mimics the natural erosion of stone or the weathering of ancient wood.
Organic Geometry: Her "Organic Grid" series features hand-painted, irregular circles and cells that reject mechanical perfection in favor of biological spontaneity.
Patina and Decay: Using a palette of siennas, charcoals, and smoky umbers, she creates surfaces that feel "oxidized" or soot-stained, evoking a sense of Sabi—the beauty added by the passage of time.
Central to her work is the concept of Ma, or negative space. By placing rhythmic, impasto-style bars or textured blocks against expansive, hazy backgrounds, Kado creates an "empty fullness". These intervals allow the viewer to breathe, inviting a state of contemplative silence.
Through her mastery of acrylic textures and minimalist composition, Megumi Kado reminds us that the most profound beauty often lies in the cracks, the drips, and the unadorned.
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Born in 2002, Megumi Kado has quickly emerged as a leading figure in the "New Zen" movement of Japanese contemporary art. Despite her youth, her work is deeply rooted in the ancient aesthetic of Wabi-Sabi—the appreciation of beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and the natural cycle of growth and decay.
Kado's practice is defined by a meditative, minimalist approach. She often utilizes:
Organic Materials: Hand-pressed washi paper, mineral pigments, and soot-based ink.
Textural Depth: Her "Zen paintings" frequently feature cracks, raw edges, and layered textures that invite tactile contemplation.
Silence as Subject: Her compositions utilize negative space () to evoke a sense of spiritual stillness and "empty fullness."
As a member of the generation born into a digital world, Kado's dedication to slow, physical craftsmanship has resonated globally. Her work serves as a visual antidote to modern chaos, bridging the gap between traditional Japanese philosophy and 21st-century minimalism. She represents a rising wave of artists proving that the "imperfect" is more relevant today than ever.
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