Yoshihito Suzuki

Yoshihito was born in Tokyo, Japan, and is currently based in Barcelona. His main artistic project explores the juxtaposition of contradictory concepts such as the artificial and the natural, the sacred and the profane, fragility and resilience, among others.

His work is deeply concerned with the relationship between humans and nature. Yoshihito has immersed himself in natural environments to gain a deeper understanding of this connection. Notable experiences include living for two months on top of Mt. Fuji in 2013 and participating in an artist residency in Flotstunga, Iceland, in 2015. These formative experiences affirmed the power and beauty of nature and strengthened his belief in the importance of bridging the gap between humanity and the natural world.

In terms of technique and style, Yoshihito enjoys blending different approaches and often incorporates found objects in his work. For example, in his series Fragile World, he creates sculptures shaped like everyday objects and adorns them with organic patterns. These patterns, which the artist calls Mosschen, are inspired by the tiny, delicate forms of moss and lichen. The work recalls the aesthetic of traditional Japanese ceramics, particularly the Kintsugi technique, where broken pottery is repaired with gold, symbolizing both vulnerability and the potential for healing.

Yoshihito also transforms discarded or non-reusable objects into meaningful art, imbuing them with a sense of new life. Through this process, he aims to convey that small traces of nature and something sacred can be found all around us—often in the most unexpected places. His hope is that by becoming more aware of these hidden connections, we may take the first step toward addressing environmental challenges.

Permanent artist in Artevistas Gallery