Teppei Kaneuji

Teppei Kaneuji (born in 1978) has showcased his work in major cities around the world, including Shanghai, Sydney, New York, Los Angeles, and Gwangju. His pieces are part of public art collections at prestigious institutions such as the Yokohama Museum of Art, Mori Art Museum, and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo.

Teppei Kaneuji's Art Style

Teppei Kaneuji is a contemporary artist whose practice combines the familiar with the unexpected, creating complex and pluralistic works that captivate and refresh the viewer. Intrigued by local landscapes, Kaneuji has crafted works inspired by various cities, including Singapore, where he participated in the 2011 Singapore Biennale. His art reflects the unique flavor of each location.

To Kaneuji, Singapore represents a 'collage,' where diverse cultures blend together in a dynamic interplay of chaos and order. His work features two- and three-dimensional pieces in a variety of colors, shapes, and forms, emerging from his exploration of print techniques and his ongoing focus on objects and reconstruction. His hand-sewn soft sculptures delve into dimensions, contexts, and forms, while his striking assemblages navigate both real and imagined spaces.

His series, "White Discharge," features architectonic constructions that combine action figures, plastic food, and various small objects, all coated with a gooey white resin. These pieces are static yet dynamic in form, and their unique appeal comes from the way they embody estranged elements. Through intricate arrangements, these objects—both physical and psychological—are layered, reinterpreted, and given new life.