Hikari Shimoda: Can Pop Art Show the Way to Nirvana?

Debuting in Hong Kong, Japanese artist Hikari Shimoda is showcasing new paintings in his signature style inspired by anime and Japanese manga. Shimoda’s vibrantly coloured vacant doe-eyed, childlike characters are her interesting take on contemporary popular culture and society. The juxtaposition between despondency and sparkling facade makes Shimoda’s work all the more endearing.