About Wakanacolors

I am Wakana, a French-Japanese artist who has lived in Paris, Tokyo, and Lisbon, and now call Copenhagen home. Drawing from my multicultural experiences, I seek to capture the beauty of the world, with a particular focus on Japan and its changing seasons.

Through Wakanacolors, I create handcrafted prints that blend Japanese wabi-sabi with European aesthetics, an approach inspired by the raw beauty of imperfection and the art of mindful living. My work in Risography and hand-pulled screenprinting reflects my journey, rooted in craftsmanship, cross-cultural storytelling, and sustainability, with a deep appreciation for life’s radiant beauty.

Before fully dedicating myself to my artistic practice, I spent 15 years working in Graphic Design and Brand Design Strategy.

SOLO EXHIBITIONS
’Dream Views of Japan’ - Language Craft - Lisbon, 2024
’Kaleïdoscope’ - Espaço do Japão - Lisbon, 2023
'Seasons' - Yookoso - Paris, 2022
'Watashi, Kaleïdoscope' - Kadrance - Paris, 2005
'Rêve Party' - Paris, 2006

FAIR EXHIBITIONS
Festa do Japão em Lisboa - Lisbon, 2024
Festa do Japão em Lisboa - Lisbon, 2023
“The First 100” Virtual NFT Art Fair - Represented by Solsea, 2021
Scope London - Represented by the Gallery Yukiko Kawase, 2006
DiVA  - Represented by the Gallery Yukiko Kawase, 2006

EDUCATION
I hold a Master degree in Visual Arts and Communication.
Graduated with full marks and honors from ESAT, Ecole Supérieure des Arts et Techniques, College of Arts and Techniques in Paris.

If you're interested in commissioning a piece of art or illustration, feel free to send me a message and we can discuss the details.