We are delighted to present “INNER FRIENDS,” a duo exhibition bringing together the works of French artist Samy San and Japanese artist Daijiro Hama, curated by Sato Gallery. This exhibition marks Sato Gallery’s first foray into Rotterdam, and we can’t wait to unveil these two talented artists in the prestigious setting of the OASE during Rotterdam Art Week.

Samy San, a Paris-based visual artist, creates intricate, animated assemblages from a variety of materials such as plastic and metal. His “friends” are not simple creatures, but reflections of our own inner facets, each embodying a different dimension of human experience.

Daijiro Hama, meanwhile, is a painter based in The Hague who uses acrylic gouache on canvas to breathe life into his “friends.” With a bold, expressive style, Hama conjures fantastical worlds and creatures that are both surreal and deeply evocative. His “friends” open a window onto the inner world of the human psyche, inviting us to probe what lies beneath the surface.

Through their “friends,” Samy San and Daijiro Hama invite us to explore the complexity and richness of our inner selves. Their works range across the many facets of human experience, from fantastical imagination to deep philosophical reflection, inviting us to consider the universal themes that unite us.

We hope this singular, thought-provoking exhibition will inspire you to explore your own inner world and the threads that connect us all. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to discover the work of these two talented artists in the majestic setting of the OASE during Rotterdam Art Week.

In addition, a special performance evening will take place on Friday, February 10, featuring a visual creation by Daijiro Hama accompanied by a live musical performance. This unique event promises an immersive and memorable experience.