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Winner
of the National Academy of Design's Ranger Purchase Award and the
Allied Artists' Silver Medal, Milt Mitsuju Kobayashi is a sophisticated
painter who demonstrates a command of design as well as an unsentimental
curiosity about people. He was raised in L.A. but moved to New York
as a young adult in order to become an illustrator. During one of
his frequent trips to the Metropolitan Museum of Fine Art, he was
impacted by the painting, "Juan de Pareja," by Velasquez.
At this point, he realized the need to pursue higher goals in fine
art. In doing so, his work reached national prominence through New
York's prestigious Grand Central Gallery, then subsequently, select
galleries in the Southwest. In November of 1999, his work was introduced
to London through a sell out show at the Catto Gallery.
Kobayashi's paintings
have been most closely associated with those of the French impressionist
Edgar Degas in content and design. Small patterns throughout the paintings
follow the influence of 17th century Japanese woodblock print masters.
Minimal brush work enhances design while his palette creates mood
and expression. Evolving from history, models and life's experiences,
Kobayashi provides the viewer with the opportunity to engage in a
unique dialogue.
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