His style is an intriguing fusion of influences, drawing from Japanese (manga) artists like Matsumoto Taiyo, contemporary artists such as David Hockney and Claire Tabouret, and the dynamic world of street art, resulting in a unique bicultural approach.
From the time he could hold a pen, French/Japanese artist Victor Takeru (born in 1998) dreamed of becoming a cartoonist. However, he soon realized that he lacked the patience required for crafting stories and decided to pursue a career as an artist.
His style is an intriguing fusion of influences, drawing from Japanese (manga) artists like Matsumoto Taiyo, contemporary artists such as David Hockney and Claire Tabouret, and the dynamic world of street art, resulting in a unique bicultural approach.
Sato Gallery welcomes its youngest artist, Victor Takeru, into the family. Born at the end of the 1990s, Victor Takeru's paintings offer a glimpse into the culture of today's twenty-somethings and contemporary Tokyo. Infused with a touch of nostalgia, his art captures the essence of long summer days, moments of boredom, and bursts of excitement. His canvases take us on car trips, invite us to a tabi shoed siesta, and offer a glimpse into intimate scenes, including a portrayal of a toilet scene. iPhones and cigarettes, vibrant colors, and the ever-present cat character, which Victor views as an alter ego, offer a link to the world of street art.
Recently, he has shifted his focus towards more intimate creations, particularly self-portraits. In Rotterdam, he will be unveiling a series of these personal close-ups.