Sumako Yasui

Sumako Yasui is a Professor in the Department of Art at Osaka University of Arts, where she graduated in 1982. A renowned printmaker, she creates delicate copperplate etchings hand-colored with pastels, characterized by dreamlike, nature-inspired visuals. Her multidisciplinary practice spans:

• Solo exhibitions at venues like Galerie Petit Bois (annually since 1996) and Sakai City Cultural Center
• Picture books including 'Sumako-chan of the Hojorin Factory' (2022) and 'I Love Bees' (2019)
• Illustrations for literary works by authors like Ryu Murakami
• Public collections including Machida City Museum of Graphic Arts

Her research explores:

• Innovations in copperplate etching and hand-coloring techniques
• Narrative development through visual storytelling in picture books
• Cultural preservation via artistic interpretations of Japanese folklore and urban life

As Sakai City Goodwill Ambassador, she promotes regional arts. Recent exhibitions (e.g., 2024's 'Spring Honoka') continue her exploration of seasonal transitions through printmaking and collage.