{"id":5900,"date":"2026-02-26T16:39:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T07:39:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/?p=5900"},"modified":"2026-03-30T19:16:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T10:16:00","slug":"digie2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Y\u014duMo Art Collection Unveils New Work Kokkin no Me (Eyes of Black Gold) \u2014 Exhibition at Digi-E 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Artist aratama announces the release of Kokkin no Me (Eyes of Black Gold), a new work from the Y\u014duMo Art Collection. The piece will be exhibited at the digital art event Digi-E 2026, held on March 14\u201315, 2026.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/#About_the_Work\" >About the Work<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/#Artwork_Caption\" >Artwork Caption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/#Production_Process_and_the_%E2%80%9CGold_Form%E2%80%9D_Study\" >Production Process and the \u201cGold Form\u201d Study<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/#About_the_YouMo_Art_Collection\" >About the Y\u014duMo Art Collection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/#Exhibition_Information\" >Exhibition Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/#Work_Specifications\" >Work Specifications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/#Official_Websites\" >Official Websites<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/news\/digie2026\/#Credits\" >Credits<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Work\"><\/span>About the Work<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center;\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-media-max-width=\"560\" data-lang=\"en\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Y\u014duMo Art Collection \u2014 Kokkin no Me (Eyes of Black Gold)<br \/>\nA new work from the Y\u014duMo Art Collection has been unveiled.<br \/>\nThe piece explores the theme of \u201clight emerging from within\u201d through the structural contrast of black and gold.<br \/>\n\ud83e\udea9It will be exhibited at Digi-E 2026\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/QxMVJCe0tM\">pic.twitter.com\/QxMVJCe0tM<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 aratama \u749e (@aratamadao) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/aratamadao\/status\/2027244215122710996?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 27, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>Kokkin no Me explores the theme of \u201clight emerging from within\u201d through the contrast of black and gold.<\/p>\n<p>Black is not treated as mere darkness, but as a vessel that contains light.<br \/>\nGold represents not only material brilliance, but also the spiritual luminosity residing at the core of existence.<\/p>\n<p>In stillness, light emerges from within.<br \/>\nBlack is not an end, but a vessel of beginning.<\/p>\n<p>This work was created as an attempt to visualize energy radiating quietly from the center of being. Though digital in medium, it carries nuanced textures reminiscent of lacquer and gold leaf, evoking a subtle craft sensibility within a contemporary visual language.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Artwork_Caption\"><\/span>Artwork Caption<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Title<\/h3>\n<p>Kokkin no Me (Eyes of Black Gold)<\/p>\n<h3>Comment<\/h3>\n<p>In stillness, light emerges from within.<br \/>\nBlack is not an end, but a vessel of beginning.<br \/>\nA new work from the Y\u014duMo Art Collection.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Production_Process_and_the_%E2%80%9CGold_Form%E2%80%9D_Study\"><\/span>Production Process and the \u201cGold Form\u201d Study<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5901\" src=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hf_20260225_161047_9350de70-bc8a-47da-ada7-3e2354b1e850_ver3.webp\" alt=\"Y\u014duMo Art Collection Unveils New Work Kokkin no Me (Eyes of Black Gold) \u2014 Exhibition at Digi-E 2026\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hf_20260225_161047_9350de70-bc8a-47da-ada7-3e2354b1e850_ver3.webp 2000w, https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hf_20260225_161047_9350de70-bc8a-47da-ada7-3e2354b1e850_ver3-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hf_20260225_161047_9350de70-bc8a-47da-ada7-3e2354b1e850_ver3-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hf_20260225_161047_9350de70-bc8a-47da-ada7-3e2354b1e850_ver3-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hf_20260225_161047_9350de70-bc8a-47da-ada7-3e2354b1e850_ver3-1536x768.webp 1536w, https:\/\/aratama.io\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/hf_20260225_161047_9350de70-bc8a-47da-ada7-3e2354b1e850_ver3-1100x550.webp 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><br \/>\nDuring the creation of this piece, multiple visual studies were conducted before arriving at the final black-and-gold composition.<\/p>\n<p>A gold-dominant variation known as Gold Form played a crucial role in exploring materiality and surface luminosity. The fully gold configuration functioned as an experimental phase, testing intensity of light, gradation of reflection, and the perceived weight of presence.<\/p>\n<p>Through this process of examination, the composition ultimately converged toward \u201cblack as vessel,\u201d allowing the radiance to stand out more distinctly. Thus, Kokkin no Me reached its final form.<\/p>\n<p>Gold Form is presented here as an important research stage within the work\u2019s development.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_YouMo_Art_Collection\"><\/span>About the Y\u014duMo Art Collection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Y\u014duMo Art Collection is a series that traverses cuteness and mysticism, symbolism and presence.<\/p>\n<p>Y\u014duMo was created as a presence that gently stays close to the emotions of those who encounter it. It values non-verbal communication, offering a quiet sense of reassurance simply by being there.<\/p>\n<p>For children, Y\u014duMo serves as a small symbol of safety.<br \/>\nFor adults, it becomes a space to pause and restore emotional balance.<\/p>\n<p>Centered on the concept of presence itself, the series continuously examines gaze, texture, and the structure of light while evolving as an artistic IP.<\/p>\n<p>Y\u014duMo will continue to evolve quietly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exhibition_Information\"><\/span>Exhibition Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Digi-E 2026 \u2013 Digital Art Event<\/h3>\n<p>Digi-E 2026 is an exhibition dedicated to digital expression, including digital painting, illustration, and AI art. Through an open call process, creators from diverse backgrounds and career stages are selected to exhibit.<\/p>\n<h3>Dates<\/h3>\n<p>March 14, 2026 (Sat) 11:30\u201318:00<br \/>\nMarch 15, 2026 (Sun) 11:30\u201316:00<br \/>\nFree admission<\/p>\n<h3>Venue<\/h3>\n<p>Minatomirai Gallery ABC (All Halls)<br \/>\nQueen\u2019s Square Yokohama, Queen Mall 2F<br \/>\n2-3-5 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama<\/p>\n<p>Direct access from Minatomirai Station. The gallery combines an airy atrium filled with natural light and a calm exhibition space. Located near Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu and Pacifico Yokohama, visitors can enjoy both art and the surrounding waterfront district.<\/p>\n<p>During the exhibition, each artist\u2019s SNS QR code will be displayed alongside their work to encourage interaction between visitors and creators. After the event, a printed catalog featuring all exhibited works will be produced.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Work_Specifications\"><\/span>Work Specifications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Size: Within A3 (29.7 cm \u00d7 42 cm)<br \/>\nFormat: Two-dimensional work (panel display)<br \/>\nInstallation: Wall display<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Official_Websites\"><\/span>Official Websites<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Digi-E 2026\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/nihonbungei.net\/digi_e_2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><u>https:\/\/nihonbungei.net\/digi_e_2026\/<\/u><\/a><br \/>\nBUNGEI GALLERY\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/bungeigarou.official.ec\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><u>https:\/\/bungeigarou.official.ec\/<\/u><\/a><br \/>\nQueen\u2019s Square Yokohama\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/qsy-tqc.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><u>https:\/\/qsy-tqc.jp\/<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Credits\"><\/span>Credits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Artist: aratama \u749e<br \/>\nArt Collection: Y\u014duMo[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Artist aratama announces the release of Kokkin no Me (Eyes of Black Gold), a new work from the Y\u014duMo Art Collection. 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