About

During her time in Tokyo, Anne earned recognition in several prominent exhibitions, including awards from The National University Print Exhibition and the prestigious Japan Print Association. She was selected for the "Young Printmakers Exhibition," a notable three-person showcase that highlights emerging talents in the field. She was awarded the Sokei prize upon graduation.

In her postgraduate research year, Anne's first residency took place in the rural mountain village of Otaki, Japan, where she conducted workshops for local residents of all ages, sharing her knowledge of woodblock techniques and participating in the local art community. She exhibited there in collaboration with musicians and performers.

Artist Statement

I first gained interest in print-making after discovering Yoshida Hiroshi's atmospheric landscapes. I find inspiration in nature, especially in forests as peaceful and mysterious living entities.

While studying in Japan, I fell in love with the process of water-based woodblock printing because of its three phases: design, carving and printing. Each phase provides a different rhythm. Each element of the process becomes a mindfulness practice that connects me to the natural materials I use: wood, water, pigments, paper. Carving is time-consuming and slow, allowing the mind to wonder. Printing requires awareness to manage humidity in the paper and the block as I race against evaporation. I adjust traditional techniques to create an intuitive and free-flowing process, allowing me to elaborate the image with each layer and test. While I often have a basic conceptual idea of my image at the start, its significance doesn't come to me until the print is finished.

With oversized prints, I want to envelop the viewer into the image. I wish for them to wander too far into a forest. My hope is to remind people of times they've felt extreme peace within themselves.