Barehand Residency: Light of Langsuir 

Join us for the JFKL Artist in Residence program featuring Japanese artist Kazutaka Shioi from Fukuoka, Japan who will be presenting the Light of Langsuir exhibition.

Shioi came to Malaysia for the Barehand Residency 2024 project where he will be staying from 15 August to 15 September and working together with Juhari Said from Akaldiulu as his mentor.

“Light of Langsuir” delves into the mystical and sensory realm of Kazutaka Shioi, where the realms of nature and spirituality merge in profound harmony. Rooted in Shinto philosophy, Shioi’s work transcends visual art to offer a deeply tactile and immersive experience.

During his time at the Barehands Residency in Akaldiulu, Shioi discovered Langsuir leaves, which he has seamlessly integrated into his art, revitalizing his practice with their unique essence. These leaves, alongside the delicate hues of Yamewashi paper and the captured images from Ulu Langat, bridge heritage with innovation. Shioi’s creations foster a meditative dialogue between humanity and the natural world, encouraging us to reflect on our connection to nature and our place within it.

About Barehands Residency
Barehands Residency (BR) was co-founded in 2010 by Malaysian master printmaker Juhari Said. It is located on his 4.5-acre land known as Akaldiulu in Hulu Langat, Selangor, Malaysia. Initially established as a collaborative project between Juhari and fellow artists from Jordan, Indonesia and Japan. BR has steadily grown over the years, welcoming participants from the Philippines, Indonesia, Taiwan and beyond. The residency has held successful series in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and most recently in 2023; each fostering an environment of creativity and cross-cultural dialogue.

Date:
7 September – 13 September 2024

Venue:
National Art Gallery Langkawi, No 46, 47 dan 48, Jalan Pelangi 2 Dayang Walk Commercial Square Kuah, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah

Business hours:
Opens everyday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM