“Anything with human form will resemble someone you know.” - Yoshitomo Nara
Yoshitomo Nara is a Japanese contemporary artist known for his childlike figures, often with big heads, blank expressions, and aggressive postures. Born in Hirosaki, Japan, in 1959, Nara studied art in Germany before returning to Japan to establish his career. His work often explores themes of alienation, loneliness, and rebellion, drawing inspiration from childhood experiences and Japanese pop culture.