Concept
This exhibition, revolving around the theme of “art and new ecology,” aims to shed light on ecological art practices from efforts by both artists and researchers of the current age. In the “Anthropocene,” a time when human activities have greatly impacted nature and changed the global environment, anthropocentrism and excessive capitalism have put not only the natural environment but also our social and spiritual environments at risk of becoming unsustainable. Under such circumstances, artists are taking on the role of mediators and translators who investigate, observe, and communicate the “new ecology” that comprehensively perceives these environments to the public through a new aesthetic. Art, through sensory learning, influences the way we live and think by presenting a micro-perspective that works on the viewer's body, consciousness, and sensitivity, and a macro-perspective that visualizes the reality surrounding our world based on data and informational evidence. Art from now on will connect our divided world with empathy and explore how we can imagine a de-anthropocentric, pluralistic humanity that includes animals, plants, objects, etc.This exhibition shall equip us with various indicators and hints as we search for new ways of thinking and living, like a compass leading our way, in the post-COVID era.
This exhibition, revolving around the theme of “art and new ecology,” aims to shed light on ecological art practices from efforts by both artists and researchers of the current age. In the “Anthropocene,” a time when human activities have greatly impacted nature and changed the global environment, anthropocentrism and excessive capitalism have put not only the natural environment but also our social and spiritual environments at risk of becoming unsustainable. Under such circumstances, artists are taking on the role of mediators and translators who investigate, observe, and communicate the “new ecology” that comprehensively perceives these environments to the public through a new aesthetic. Art, through sensory learning, influences the way we live and think by presenting a micro-perspective that works on the viewer's body, consciousness, and sensitivity, and a macro-perspective that visualizes the reality surrounding our world based on data and informational evidence. Art from now on will connect our divided world with empathy and explore how we can imagine a de-anthropocentric, pluralistic humanity that includes animals, plants, objects, etc.This exhibition shall equip us with various indicators and hints as we search for new ways of thinking and living, like a compass leading our way, in the post-COVID era.
Keiken + George Jasper Stone
Feel My Metaverse, 2019, Courtesy of Keiken
Commemorative Exhibition for the retirement of Yuko Hasegawa
Venue
The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts 3F;12-8 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo,110-8714
The 5th FloorHanazono Alley 5F3-3-9 Ikenohata, Taito-ku, Tokyo,110-0008
Period
2022.5.28 (Sat)ー6.26 (Sun)※Closed on Monday
Hours
The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts：10:00 - 17:00The 5th Floor：11:00 - 18:00
Admission
¥1,000 for adults¥500 for university studentsFree for high school students and younger, and over 65s*(*No charge for The 5th Floor)
Organized by
"Art & New Ecology" Executive Committee;Graduate School of Global Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts
Co-organized by
The 5th Floor
Supported by
Nomura Foundation, Kao Art Foundation, The Mitsubishi UFJ Trust Cultural Foundation, and Geidai Friends
Sponsored by
CyberZ, Inc., OEN,Inc., Culture Vision Japan Foundation Inc.
In cooperation with
Tomio Koyama Gallery, MAHO KUBOTA GALLERY, Kyoshin Printing Co., Ltd
Artistic Director
Yuko Hasegawa
Co-curator
Toshiaki Ishikura, Masatake Shinohara, Seiha Kurosawa, Hiroki Yamamoto
Contact Us
"Art & New Ecology" Executive CommitteeGraduate School of Global Arts, Tokyo University of the ArtsEmail: artandnewecology@gmail.comPhone: 050-5525-2725
Commemorative Exhibition for the retirement of Yuko Hasegawa
Venue
The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts 3F12-8 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo,110-8714
The 5th FloorHanazono Alley 5F3-3-9 Ikenohata, Taito-ku, Tokyo,110-0008
Period
2022.5.28 (Sat)ー6.26 (Sun)※Closed on Monday
Hours
The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts：10:00 - 17:00The 5th Floor：11:00 - 18:00
Admission
¥1,000 for adults¥500 for university studentsFree for high school students and younger, and over 65s*(*No charge for The 5th Floor)
Organized by
"Art & New Ecology" Executive Committee; Graduate School of Global Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts
Co-organized by
The 5th Floor
Supported by
Nomura Foundation, Kao Art Foundation, The Mitsubishi UFJ Trust Cultural Foundation, and Geidai Friends
Sponsored by
CyberZ, Inc., OEN,Inc., Culture Vision Japan Foundation Inc.
In cooperation with
Tomio Koyama Gallery,MAHO KUBOTA GALLERY,Kyoshin Printing Co., Ltd
Artistic Director
Yuko Hasegawa
Co-curator
Toshiaki Ishikura, Masatake Shinohara, Seiha Kurosawa, Hiroki Yamamoto
Contact Us
"Art & New Ecology" Executive CommitteeGraduate School of Global Arts, Tokyo University of the ArtsEmail: artandnewecology@gmail.comPhone: 050-5525-2725
Teaser Video
Event
Curator Tours
To learn more about the exhibition, curators will tour the exhibition site with you while discussing the highlights of the exhibition and the appeal of the artworks. Date:28 May (Sat), 16:00- (Artistic Director Yuko Hasegawa and Co-curator Toshiaki Ishikura)29 May (Sun), 15:00- (Artistic Director Yuko Hasegawa) Guest: Keisuke Nagami (HATRA)5 June (Sun), 15:00- (Artistic Director Yuko Hasegawa) Guest: Kazuhiko Hachiya12 June (Sun), 15:00- (Artistic Director Yuko Hasegawa) Guest: Sputniko!18 June (Sat), 15:00- (Artistic Director Yuko Hasegawa) Guest: Hiroki Yamamoto Venue: The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the ArtsMeet: Entrance to the exhibition room on the 3F of The University Art MuseumAdmission: Free (no advance reservation required, but a valid exhibition ticket is required)
*No advance reservation required*We will take necessary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Your cooperation is highly appreciated.
“Art and New Ecology” ExhibitionInternational Symposium: Art, Ecology, and Our Future
As a related event to the “New Ecology and Art” exhibition, we have an international symposium “Art, Ecology, and Our Future”. Experts from Japan and abroad will be invited to discuss the relationship between new ecology and art, and exchange views among experts in different fields such as art, science, and philosophy. Date: Sunday, June 19, 2022Time: 17:30-19:30Venue: Tokyo University of the Arts, Ueno Campus, School of Music Bldg. 5, 5-109Keynote Speech: Emanuele Coccia (Philosopher, Institute for Advanced Study of Social Sciences, France)Speakers: Stefano Mancuso (Botanist, University of Florence, Italy *ONLINE) / Toshiaki Ishikura (Akita University of Art) / Masatake Shinohara (Kyoto University) / Sputniko! (Artist, Tokyo University of the Arts)Moderator: Yuko Hasegawa (Tokyo University of the Arts, 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa)Language: Japanese / English (simultaneous interpretation available)Admission Fee: Free (reservation required)Reservation form: https://forms.gle/ZdXPovtnZB66GNea6Special Support: The Japan Foundation 
Emanuele CocciaAssociate Professor at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS) in Paris. He specializes in Medieval philosophy. Publications include, La vie sensible (2010), La Bien dans les choses (2013), Métamorphoses (2020) all published from Payot et Rivages. His books are translated into many languages including English, German and Japanese. Worked as the academic supervisor at the exhibition “Trees” held in Cartier Foundation for Contemporary Art , Paris (2019).EHESS website: https://www.ehess.fr/fr/personne/emanuele-coccia *Registration has been opened again. (16th, June)*A video recording with original audio will be available at a later date.*The exhibition is open until 5pm (University Art Museum), so please join us after visiting the exhibition
Date: 28 May(Sat), 17:00-18:00 / 29 May(Sun), 14:00-15:00Venue: The University Art Museum 1F entranceAdmission: FreePerformer: KiwokuzaPlayers: Eri Ishiyama (Vo), Chie Ito (Cho), Keito Noro (Cho),Yoshiro Atsumi (Ba), Suguru Kamesaka (Gt), Wataru Shoji (Key), Shunya Gomi (Dr)
