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PROFILE
Born in Tokyo in 1988. In addition to illustration, he creates works using various techniques such as collage and ceramics. In November of this year, he collaborated with the apparel brand "NYA-" to sell items. He is also the creator of his own brand, "I
I&ME" is also in the works.
Instagram:@aimiodawara
What kind of activities have you been doing recently?
Odawara: While continuing to create the same works, I am also preparing for my second collaboration with the brand "NYA-", which will be released in February next year. We are planning to have a pop-up at the NYA-〉 store in Aoyama and at Shibuya PARCO, so I would like many people to come and see our work. I am also working hard on a solo exhibition at the MAT gallery in Omotesando next November.
I see that your beautiful work comes from this workroom. What is your favorite part of this room?
Odawara: The desk area is decorated with my favorite colors, such as the purple of the Vitra Pantone chair and the red of the Wootenshiro chair. I also like the table that was used in my father's office. I work side by side with my husband, but he doesn't seem to be able to concentrate much (laughs).
I understand that your child was born in July. Congratulations! Do you feel that your work has changed since the birth of your child?
Odawara: I don't know. But I have developed a desire to make picture books. When my friend's child sees my smiley face, he or she responds, "You are smiling! I would like to work on a picture book of that smiley face.
I am very much looking forward to seeing the picture books you will create. How do you balance work and childcare?
Odawara: Morning time is spent with the children. During the day, my husband and I take turns working while I watch the kids, and I work when the kids are settled. In the evening they go to sleep, and from there I am in full work mode until the evening. If there is a meeting during which I am the only one who can take care of the child, I sometimes take him to the meeting place.
How do you always coordinate your work?
Odawara: I get turned on when I work in comfortable clothes, like pajamas, so I wear these [Mizuno] Tech Shield I wear comfortable bottoms like climbing pants. To lift my mood even in such a comfortable style, I consciously incorporate colorful items.
