# Masayuki Yogi (与儀勝之) - Ryukyu Illustration (yogima.net)

> Ryukyu Illustration — 沖縄の伝統文化とアジアの宇宙観を現代的に再構築するイラストレーション表現
> Artist Masayuki Yogi's official website, showcasing "Ryukyu Illustration" which blends Okinawa's nature and traditional culture with modern graphic design.

## About the Artist

与儀勝之（ヨギマサユキ）は沖縄県那覇市生まれのイラストレーター・アーティスト。沖縄県立芸術大学デザイン専攻卒。東京の広告代理店で6年間グラフィックデザイナーとして勤務後、沖縄へ帰郷。紅型、螺鈿、影絵、浮世絵、縄文土器などの古典文化に影響を受け、アジア装飾文化と現代表現を融合した独自のスタイル「琉球イラストレーション」を確立した。ペンによる線描とデジタル彩色を組み合わせる技法で、沖縄の自然・生命・精神性を表現している。

- **Name:** Masayuki Yogi (與儀 勝之 / よぎ かつゆき)
- **Concept:** "Ryukyu Illustration." Inspired by Okinawan Bingata, Ukiyo-e, Jomon pottery, and Balinese shadow puppets. His work focuses on the themes of "circulation of life" and "vibrancy of nature."
- **Background:** Born in Naha, Okinawa (1974). Graduate of Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts. Former graphic designer in Tokyo before returning to Okinawa to focus on his art.
- **Location:** Based in Okinawa, Japan.

## Core Content
- [Works](https://yogima.net/works): Gallery of major artworks categorized by theme and year.
- [Artist](https://yogima.net/artist): Detailed profile, philosophy, and history of Masayuki Yogi.
- [Exhibitions](https://yogima.net/exhibitions): Information on past and upcoming solo/group exhibitions.
- [Collaborations](https://yogima.net/collaborations): Commercial projects, including murals (e.g., Yomitan Village Library), logo designs, and product packages.
- [News](https://yogima.net/news): Latest updates on fairs, new releases (e.g., "Star of the Sea" series), and events.

## Special Projects
- **Star of the Sea (海の星):** A major picture book and art project representing the culmination of his artistic career.
- **art gallery soranoe:** An art gallery owned by Yogi in Okinawa City (currently on hiatus/check news for status).

## Commercial & Shops
- [Art Shop](https://yogima.net/shop): Direct sales of original artworks and high-quality prints.
- [Goods Shop (Kachibe)](https://store.yogima.net/): Postcards, smartphone cases, and other lifestyle goods.
- [Clothes Shop](https://www.tshirt-trinity.jp/shop/yogima/): Apparel featuring his designs via T-SHIRT TRINITY.

## Links

- Website: <https://yogima.net/>
- Artist Profile: <https://yogima.net/p/3615>
- Works: <https://yogima.net/c/artwork>
- Exhibitions: <https://yogima.net/c/exhibition>
- Collaborations: <https://yogima.net/c/work>
- Gallery (art gallery soranoe): <https://yogima.net/p/4661>
- Interview: <https://yogima.net/c/interview>
- News: <https://yogima.net/news>
- Art Shop (STORES): <https://yogima.stores.jp>
- Goods Shop: <https://store.yogima.net/>
- Clothes Shop (T-TRINITY): <https://www.ttrinity.jp/shop/yogima/>
- Instagram: <https://www.instagram.com/masayuki_yogi/>
- Linktree: <https://linktr.ee/masayukiyogi>
- Contact: contact@yogima.net

## Key Concepts

- **琉球イラストレーション (Ryukyu Illustration)**: アジアのプリミティブな文様・装飾・宇宙観を現代的に再構築する思想的フレームワーク
- **影響源**: 紅型染め、螺鈿、影絵、浮世絵、縄文土器
- **テーマ**: アニミズム、陰陽、風水、森羅万象、生命の記憶、小宇宙
- **技法**: ペン線描 + デジタル彩色

## Career

- 沖縄県立芸術大学デザイン専攻卒業
- 東京の広告代理店にてグラフィックデザイナー（約6年間）
- 2017年〜 沖縄市に art gallery soranoe を開設（アトリエ兼ギャラリー）
- 沖縄県立芸術大学デザイン専攻 非常勤講師

## Selected Collaborations

- UNIQLO (UTme!)
- KOKUYO
- DFS (沖縄那覇空港)
- サンシャイン水族館
- オリオンビール

## Exhibitions

- 2018〜 個展, foranew (東京・大阪・神奈川・埼玉・千葉・奈良)
- 2023-2024 個展, 丸善 (東京)
- 2018 個展, 光益六記 (台湾・台北)

## Contact & Social Media
- **Email:** contact@yogima.net
- **Instagram:** [@yogima_okinawa](https://www.instagram.com/yogima_okinawa/)
- **Primary Domain:** https://yogima.net/

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