Morikami Hosts New Art Exhibit

Inherited from Universe (Sakagami)

(Press Release) DELRAY BEACH, FL – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is pleased to present Time Flows like Water: Works by Masumi Sakagami, a new exhibition featuring recent artwork by contemporary abstract artist, Masumi Sakagami.
 
From October 5 through February 16, 2025, the museum’s Yamato-kan gallery will showcase more than two dozen works by the New York-based artist whose thought-provoking canvases interfuses abstract painting with classical Japanese calligraphy. Throughout the new exhibit, Ms. Sakagami balances the principles of Sōgetsu ikebana (flower arrangement)—a fresh approach, movement, balance, and harmony—with natural elements like sumi-e (charcoal) and gofun (ground oyster shells), and ancient removal techniques to unveil ethereal color palettes and dimensions.

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​On Saturday, October 12, at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., guests will have the opportunity to meet Masumi Sakagami during a special Calligraphy and Sumi-e Workshop. The master calligrapher and artist will discuss Japanese calligraphy and sumi-e ink painting techniques as well as her creative process and the inspiration behind her work. The cost is $65 per person.  
 
This exhibition is presented in part by DMG Mori Co., LTD. and from the Henri and Tomoye Takahashi Charitable Foundation.
 
The exhibit is free with paid museum admission.
 
Museum admission is $16 for adults; $14 for seniors; $12 for students and Military with ID; and $10 for children ages 6 to 17. Museum members and children under 6 are free.
 
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach, FL. For more information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit morikami.org. Follow on Instagram @morikamimuseum.