Akané Ogura

Akané Ogura's paintings are inspired by the fleeting nature of life and femininity. She was raised in Japan, where Shintoism informs her relationship with nature and human beings. Her work explores the bittersweetness of life, fragility, and strength. Her painting technique and aesthetic uses Sumi drawing with Impressionistic painting. Both techniques were typically heralded by male artists. As a woman, she uses her agency and these traditions to highlight the feminine and embrace emotions, wonders, and fantasies.

Ogura lives and works in New York City. She studied art and received a BFA at Academy of Art University. Her paintings have been exhibited in group exhibitions throughout the US and internationally. Her work is in the permanent collection of the Williamsburg Art & Historical Center. She has collaborated with popular brands such as Little Sunny Bite and Fresh Beauty. Her work is also on the cover of Caithlin De Marrais's solo album.