Taro Izumi

Taro Izumi is a contemporary Japanese artist known for his interdisciplinary approach to art-making. Born in Nara, Japan in 1976, Izumi studied sculpture at Kyoto City University of Arts. He has been actively exhibiting his works since the early 2000s and has gained international recognition for his innovative and unconventional works.

Izumi's practice includes video, performance, installation, and sculpture, often incorporating humor and absurdity. His performances often involve improvised actions and interactions with objects, challenging the boundaries between art and everyday life. He is also interested in exploring the relationship between the body and its environment, often incorporating the physical space into his works.

In his video works, Izumi often uses found footage and everyday objects, creating humorous and surreal narratives. His installations often involve everyday objects and materials arranged in unconventional ways, creating unexpected associations and meanings.

Izumi has exhibited his works in numerous international exhibitions, including the Venice Biennale, the Yokohama Triennale, and the Liverpool Biennial. In 2013, he was awarded the Japan Foundation's Asian Cultural Council Fellowship, which allowed him to participate in a residency program in New York City.