An ironic perspective and a punkish spirit . Kari Thornhill DeWitt, an artist who has caught the attention of Kanye and Virgil, will have a solo exhibition at Gallery Common.

Kanye West and Virgil Abloh are currently influential in the fashion world, and the same can be said for the street art/pop art world. The same can be said of the street/pop art world, where the artists they have hooked up with have been getting a lot of attention over the past few years.

From Friday, August 21GALLERY COMMONOne such artist is Cali Thornhill DeWitt, a Los Angeles, California-based artist who is currently holding an exhibition entitled "TOKYO OLIMPICS" at the Los Angeles Art Museum in Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. . She has collaborated with Kanye West as a merchandise designer and with Off-White, and has held exhibitions around the world. In addition, she is the owner of the independent music label Teenage Teardrop, organizes the artist collective WSSF, and has made a name for herself through a wide range of other activities.

An ironic point of view and a punkish spirit that resides there. The works are created in a way that is similar to the bootleg culture, and they address issues that are unique to the information society of our time. Works with such a strong antithesis are lined up in "TOKYO OLIMPICS.

The exhibition consists mainly of Kari's representative series, "Plastic Sign Series," canvases, neo-silks, and new works. In addition to his well-known motifs of flowers and the earth, the exhibition also includes serious works that evoke social issues such as pandemics and racism, making for an exciting display.

At first glance, these works may seem radical, but please do not just look at the surface of them, but try to imagine the message that is contained in them as you interact with them. From the message emanating from Kali, you can sense issues that are close to your heart and are by no means a stranger to you. . And you will realize the potential and power of art.

Also, from August 22 (Sat.), a select store at "Laforet HarajukuGR8."The store will also be holding a pop-up for SAINT MICHAEL, a new concept brand by Kari and READYMADE designer Yuta Hosokawa, so be sure to check it out as well.