Filled with symbolism, Eri Imamura’s artwork delves into human psyche and how we try to cope with the prevailing issues around us.

Born in 1977 in Tokyo, Eri Imamura lives and works between Tokyo and Bangkok. She received her BFA from Tokyo University of the Arts, the most prestigious art school in Japan. She has kept the Kimono at the core of her artistic practice; transforming the traditional garment into three-dimensional soft sculptures. Seeking to test the boundaries of her medium and extend her practice into the ultracontemporary realm, Eri began a residency among Native Americans that led her to full training in Amerindian beading artistry under the supervision of Teri Greeves, a renowned beadwork artist. She received her degree with highest honors in Indigenous Studies from the Institute of American Indian Arts, Santa Fe, in 2007.

Imamura uses the most refined materials to create her sacred works. including 24 K gold beads and antique silk kimono fabrics. Her subject matter stems from Japanese traditional myths, which she blends with contemporary Manga imagery to create heroic works of skill, power, and transformation.