Hiro Ando

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About the artwork

Hiro Ando's "Hello Pandasan" is a whimsical and eye-catching sculpture that reimagines the panda in a contemporary, almost futuristic style. The piece features a stylized panda head and paws, rendered in a combination of polished silver and vibrant red accents. The silver surface reflects its surroundings, creating a dynamic play of light, while the bold red highlights on the ears, eyes, nose, and paws add a playful touch. The panda's simplified, rounded form gives it a friendly and approachable appearance. Ando's unique blend of traditional animal imagery with modern materials and a pop art aesthetic results in a charming and memorable sculpture that captures the essence of contemporary Japanese art.

About the artist

Acquiring his degree from the University of Art, Hiro Ando began his prolific career in 1995 in Tokyo, depicting its nighttime urban landscape. With a lot of inspiration, the streets proved to be an endless source of material for his narratives which often included the red fish in addition to the urban background. The act of the red fish in his paintings greatly reminds of the ancient Japanese watercolor paintings, thus making his work permeated with both a contemporary and traditional feeling. With his artistic beginnings tied to illustration, he would draw several sketches before actually working on the canvas, and his practice has since spread to video material, digital support, and sculpture.