Biography

Kaz Oshiro is a Japanese-American artist born in 1967, known for his innovative work that blurs the lines between painting and sculpture. Based in Los Angeles, Oshiro creates hyper-realistic objects that mimic everyday items such as dumpsters and mini fridges, using traditional materials like canvas, paint, and stretcher bars. His work challenges perceptions of reality and artifice, inviting viewers to question the nature of representation and the boundaries of artistic mediums. Oshiro's art has been showcased in numerous prestigious venues, including the UCLA Hammer Museum in Los Angeles, the Royal Academy in London, and the Asia Society and Museum in New York. His participation in group exhibitions like 'Lifelike' at the Walker Art Center further highlights his standing in the contemporary art scene. Represented by Rosamund Felsen Gallery in Santa Monica and Galerie Frank Elbaz in Paris, Oshiro continues to captivate audiences with his unique approach to art-making. Collectors and institutions value Oshiro's work for its conceptual depth and technical prowess, as well as its ability to engage viewers in a dialogue about the nature of art and reality. His pieces are sought after for their ability to transform mundane objects into thought-provoking works of art.