Contemporary Calligrapher Goshow Presents ‘Invisible Forms’ at Ginza Mitsukoshi
Experience the evolution of Japanese calligraphy at “Invisible Forms,” a solo exhibition by contemporary artist Goshow, held at the Ginza Mitsukoshi Art Gallery. Moving beyond traditional ink-on-paper, Goshow treats calligraphy as a living, painterly language to reveal “unseen presences” — from the spiritual voices of remote islands to the fluid nature of the self.
This collection of 43 new works features the artist’s signature use of custom-blended inks and a unique subtractive process; by wiping, erasing, and scraping away layers, Goshow allows subtle traces to surface, creating a visual dialogue between light and shadow, nature and artifice, and the analog and digital worlds.
Beyond the gallery walls, the exhibition offers a deep dive into Goshow’s creative philosophy through two exclusive Artist Talk events on January 14 and January 17. These sessions explore how the artist’s background in classical calligraphy informs his award-winning contemporary practice.
Whether you are an art collector or a curious traveler, this exhibition invites you to witness calligraphy not as static text, but as a dynamic field where the invisible momentarily takes shape.
