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Sachi Oizumi

Contemporary Nihonga Artist

Exploring memory, nature and quiet moments through mineral pigments, washi and gold leaf.

I’m honoured to share that What Lives in the Pot has been selected as a finalist in the 2026 Brisbane Rotary Art Show.

Created with mineral pigments, ink, gold leaf and silver leaf on washi paper, this work continues my exploration of memory, landscape and quiet contemplation through the motif of the vessel.

📍 Central Plaza One, Brisbane CBD
🗓 20–31 July 2026

I look forward to sharing it with visitors at the exhibition.

#BrisbaneRotaryArtShow #RotaryArtShow #Finalist #Nihonga #japanesepainting

I’m honoured to share that What Lives in the Pot has been selected as a finalist in the 2026 Brisbane Rotary Art Show.

Created with mineral pigments, ink, gold leaf and silver leaf on washi paper, this work continues my exploration of memory, landscape and quiet contemplation through the motif of the vessel.

📍 Central Plaza One, Brisbane CBD
🗓 20–31 July 2026

I look forward to sharing it with visitors at the exhibition.

#BrisbaneRotaryArtShow #RotaryArtShow #Finalist #Nihonga #japanesepainting

In Nihonga, white is traditionally made from seashells.

This white pigment, called gofun, is made from oyster, clam and scallop shells that have been finely ground into powder.

Today, ready-made versions are available, but I still enjoy preparing traditional shell gofun by hand.

One of the reasons is its unique quality. Rather than covering a surface completely, it can be layered softly, like a veil of mist, creating the quiet luminosity that is characteristic of Nihonga.

🤍🐚

#Nihonga #JapanesePainting #Gofun #TraditionalArt #japaneseart

In Nihonga, white is traditionally made from seashells.

This white pigment, called gofun, is made from oyster, clam and scallop shells that have been finely ground into powder.

Today, ready-made versions are available, but I still enjoy preparing traditional shell gofun by hand.

One of the reasons is its unique quality. Rather than covering a surface completely, it can be layered softly, like a veil of mist, creating the quiet luminosity that is characteristic of Nihonga.

🤍🐚

#Nihonga #JapanesePainting #Gofun #TraditionalArt #japaneseart

I realised today how many Brisbane memories have found their way into these vessels.

Story Bridge, New Farm Park, Paddington, City Hall, Queens Wharf…

Each one holds a different place, a different moment.

Seeing them together feels a little like looking through a visual diary of the city I now call home.

🦋

I realised today how many Brisbane memories have found their way into these vessels.

Story Bridge, New Farm Park, Paddington, City Hall, Queens Wharf…

Each one holds a different place, a different moment.

Seeing them together feels a little like looking through a visual diary of the city I now call home.

🦋

Getting ready for Brisbane Illustration Fair ✨

I’ll be bringing new postcards, prints, and original artworks to BIF this year.

Over the next few days, I’ll be sharing some of the new pieces and projects I’ve been working on.

📅 18–19 July 2026
📍 Brisbane Showgrounds, John Reid Pavilion
🎨 Table 92

Hope to see you there!

Getting ready for Brisbane Illustration Fair ✨

I’ll be bringing new postcards, prints, and original artworks to BIF this year.

Over the next few days, I’ll be sharing some of the new pieces and projects I’ve been working on.

📅 18–19 July 2026
📍 Brisbane Showgrounds, John Reid Pavilion
🎨 Table 92

Hope to see you there!

I’m excited to finally share that one of my paintings is currently on display in Melbourne as part of the Fifty Squared Art Prize 2026 at Brunswick Street Gallery.

Located in Fitzroy, one of Melbourne’s most vibrant creative neighbourhoods, Brunswick Street Gallery is known for supporting emerging and established artists through a diverse exhibition program.

Fifty Squared brings together hundreds of small-scale artworks from artists across Australia and beyond, creating a rich and varied exhibition of contemporary art.

A heartfelt thank you to Brunswick Street Gallery for the opportunity and for supporting artists through this wonderful exhibition.

The exhibition runs until 3 July, and I’m delighted to have my work included this year.

📍 Brunswick Street Gallery, Fitzroy, Melbourne

If you’re in Melbourne, I’d love for you to stop by and explore the exhibition.

🤍

I’m excited to finally share that one of my paintings is currently on display in Melbourne as part of the Fifty Squared Art Prize 2026 at Brunswick Street Gallery.

Located in Fitzroy, one of Melbourne’s most vibrant creative neighbourhoods, Brunswick Street Gallery is known for supporting emerging and established artists through a diverse exhibition program.

Fifty Squared brings together hundreds of small-scale artworks from artists across Australia and beyond, creating a rich and varied exhibition of contemporary art.

A heartfelt thank you to Brunswick Street Gallery for the opportunity and for supporting artists through this wonderful exhibition.

The exhibition runs until 3 July, and I’m delighted to have my work included this year.

📍 Brunswick Street Gallery, Fitzroy, Melbourne

If you’re in Melbourne, I’d love for you to stop by and explore the exhibition.

🤍

What a wonderful day at The Great Artist Market.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by my booth, shared a conversation, followed my journey, or took home a piece of my work.

A special thank you to the organisers for creating such a welcoming event and bringing together so many talented artists and art lovers.

If you purchased a postcard, print, or painting, I’d love to see where it ends up! Feel free to tag me or send me a photo once you’ve found the perfect spot for it in your home 🤍
Thank you, Brisbane.#TheGreatArtistMarket
#BrisbaneArtist
#BrisbaneArt
#Nihonga
#JapanesePainting

What a wonderful day at The Great Artist Market.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by my booth, shared a conversation, followed my journey, or took home a piece of my work.

A special thank you to the organisers for creating such a welcoming event and bringing together so many talented artists and art lovers.

If you purchased a postcard, print, or painting, I’d love to see where it ends up! Feel free to tag me or send me a photo once you’ve found the perfect spot for it in your home 🤍
Thank you, Brisbane.#TheGreatArtistMarket
#BrisbaneArtist
#BrisbaneArt
#Nihonga
#JapanesePainting

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