Joel Nakamura

October 3 - October 31, 2008

Joel Nakamura

“Teratoid Muse”

Joel Nakamura blends of folk art and sophisticated iconography are rendered in a neo-primitive technique using polymers and enamel on metal. With a deep knowledge of tribal art and mythology, Nakumura conveys stories and information in an intricate and engaging manner. His ability to render humanity in primal, edgy hues has captured the attention of clients like Time magazine, US News and World Report, and the Los Angeles Times. Nakumura’s paintings have enlivened the pages of many other books and publications, as well as the 2002 Winter Olympics opening and closing ceremonies’ programs. Nakamura has been profiled in Communication Arts, Step Inside Design, Confetti and Southwest Art magazines. He is proud to be the recipient of over two hundred awards of excellence. Nakamura splits his time between commercial and fine art projects. His work is in numerous private and corporate collections, including Wynonna Judd, Chick Corea, and US embassies around the world. Nakamura resides in Santa Fe, New Mexico with his wife Kathleen and children Paloma and Kai.