by Zach Pelliccio/Harpoon Market

I traveled to New York City to escape irrationality of a small town Valentine’s Day and enter the endless pandemonium of the Chinese New Year. My adventurous and merry demeanor soon came under attack when I was overcome by the 24 hour flu. Later I realized I didn’t bring enough money for  cabs, nor the four hours of delayed train rides back to Philly.

All perceived negativity was overshadowed, though, by the Joshua Liner Gallery...

The reception “From Kojiki to Mordern Herosim” was a

collective exhibition by Japanese born

artists Tat Ito and Hiro Kurato.

Hiro Kurato

This mood is prevalent in Hiro Kurato’s works as they had a strong East meets West style, blending two cultural influences.

Hiro's works contained deep implied meanings amidst the flowing acrylic on panel. Ito on the other hand worked in a pictorial style, implementing loud colors, almost reminiscent of a Martin Handford book. 

Lovin' Liner's NYC space.

Tat Ito

Both men, who currently reside in New York City, were extremely cordial, and even more talented in their field. I was so captivated by the artists work, their personalities, and the overall lively vibe of gallery that all the other events from the week never crossed my mind. At all cost check out Tat Ito, Hiro Kurato, and Joshua Liner's awesome space.

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Also.. check out the goods at Harpoon Market and fists full of hilarity on Zach's blog.

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