Opening Report Yoshiaki Yuki at CLODAGH COLLECTION

gallery gen would like to thank you for being the first to attend and to experience this new collaboration between art and design at Clodagh New York. For those who were unable to attend, we would like to share the reception event, together with a virtual preview of the show.

Going beyond the white walls of a gallery setting, Yoshiaki Yuki's art is juxtaposed with the stunning home furnishings of Clodagh Collection, creating a wonderfully warm home environment.




The entrance lobby (left) welcomes the fall season with a display of Yuki's paintings, boldly depicting autumn colors through the application of traditional Japanese pigments on hand made paper. Together with the wall piece to the left (titled "Returning" [kan]) the metropolitan club chairs are nestled next to an arrangement of deep red and orange branches.





Walking under the brick arch, you enter Clodagh's main exhibition hall. Yuki's free-forming 8-panel screen "Clouds" [kumo] surrounds a curving lounge chair. An Edo period standing Jizo accents the serenity of the scene, creating a place to sit back, relax and dream.








Walking past the shimmering silver and gold display, one passes through another brick arch and is greeted by the tall red and black
"The Woods" [hayashi] screen series. These screens have turned this entire space into a forest visible from every angle. The dining area, relaxation area, bathing area, and even the bed seem to be positioned in little grassy openings within this forest.


As one leisurely wanders back through the exhibit, sunlight appears through the large floor to ceiling windows in the front. Here, there is an air of stillness and peace. Light filters gently through the sheer tapestries from the "Transparency and Reflection" series by Jun-ichi Arai (limited collaborative works by Arai and Yuki). They contrast Clodagh's acacia tree furniture which seems to sprout forthfrom the ground. With the sound of water running near by, this cleansing environment set the stage for the tea ceremony performed by Rumi Okada on opening night.


Special thanks also to Marybeth Welch for her individually hand-made Japanese confectionaries (below) which were offred with the tea.

All of the works on exhibit can also be accessed through www.yoshiakiyuki.com. For those able to visit this SOHO showroom, we look forward to seeing you soon.



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The exhibition will extend through Monday, October 26th.
The exhibition is open to the public
Monday- Friday from 9am to 6pm.

Location
Clodagh Collection Showroom
www.clodaghcollection.com
670 Broadway, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10012

Yoshiaki Yuki at Clodagh Collection Showroom

Please join us for Yoshiaki Yuki’s first exhibition at this internationally renowned designer's Manhattan showroom.

The juxtaposition of Clodagh’s functional and stylish home furnishings and Yoshiaki Yuki’s playful and dynamic art, Jizaiga, is not only complimentary but also creates a dramatically inspired environment for today's home.

This exhibit will showcase Yuki's screens, silver ceramic pieces, and textiles. These free spirited works of art are constrained by neither category, material, nor medium. From traditional Japanese screens to ceramics and textiles, the “canvas” he uses knows no bounds. Yuki covers his ceramic pieces with pure silver glaze creating the impression that they are sterling silver. Some of his recent works from this series such as his cylinder and ring shaped ceramic vases have captivated many visitors at this year's art fairs. Another highlight of this exhibit will be his recent works done in collaboration with textile designer Jun-ichi Arai. Yuki’s Jizaiga images have been printed and tie-dyed onto various textiles using Arai’s state-of-the-art textile designing techniques. The result of this collaboration are exquisite works which take wall tapestries and table runners to the next level.





Come and see how Yuki’s Jizaiga art can add an exciting new dimension to today's home environment.
Please join us for an opening reception on Monday, October 5th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Japanese tea demonstration will be held during the reception.
The exhibition will extend through Monday, October 26th. The exhibition is open to the public Monday – Friday from 9am to 6pm.
Location
Clodagh Collection Showroom
www.clodaghcollection.com
670 Broadway, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10012

Thank you for coming to our LIC showroom

We would like to sincerely thank those of you who came to our Long Island City studio showroom
last Saturday, September 19th.

Since moving from TriBeCa, it has been quite challenging for us to stay in touch with ourManhattan clientele. However, this event was a great opportunity to reconnect with them.

It is always such a pleasure to see old friends of gallery gen, and this time we were also veryexcited see many new faces, especially those who live in LIC. We had a very successful turnoutand hope that you will come visit us again. Our gallery showroom hour is Tueday - Saturday,from 9am to 6pm.

We have more exciting events planned for this year. Next month, gallery gen’s main artist Yoshiaki Yuki will have a 3-week long exhibition at the Clodagh Collection showroom.

Please join us on Monday, October 5th for the opening reception of Yoshiaki Yuki's fabulous new works.

Yoshiaki Yuki at Clodagh Collection
Clodagh Collection (670 Broadway in Manhattan)
Opening Reception:
October 5th from 6pm to 8pm


We hope to see you there.

Sincerely,
gallery gen

Women in Ceramics

On Tuesday April 4, 2006 gallery gen held an opening reception for its new Women in Ceramics exhibition. Judging by the turnout it was a rousing success! Additionally, we were delighted that Martha Stewart was able to attend. Both she and Yoshiaki Yuki were able to enjoy brief reunion after having first met in December 2001 while lecturing at NYC's Japan Society for " The Aesthetics of Japanese Food" series.

For everyone that was able to make it, thank you for your patronage; for those who could't, you won't want to miss this exhibition! Women in Ceramics showcases three international female talents and their beautiful ceramic works that would be perfect for your home. Running April 4th through 29th, gallery gen continues its mission to help you live a beautiful life.