"Since ancient times, humanity has gazed at the starry sky. Even now, when I look upon the vast canvas painted with countless stars, the cares of human society seem to fade away, and I am enveloped in an elegant atmosphere." Chiyu Uemae

Chiyu Uemae’s practice transcends conventional artistic production to embody a profound meditation on existence. Through his meticulous pointillist abstractions and later textile works, Uemae articulates a deeply personal cosmology at the intersection of humanity, labour, materiality, and temporal awareness.

In the landscape of post-war Japanese art, Uemae emerges as a singular presence. As one of the few artists who remained with the pioneering Gutai Art Association from its inception until its dissolution, Uemae's oeuvre represents a unique trajectory within the movement's radical experimentations. Cosmology presents sixteen pivotal works from the 1950s to the 2000s, offering a contemplative journey through the accumulated gestures of Uemae’s personal and creative life.

Gallery address: 21/F, Coda Designer Centre, Wong Chuk Hang