no art, no life

Ayama Takayuki creates colorful creatures by drawing on wood with a wood-burning pen and filling it in with 150 colors of color pencils. "no art, no life" introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Ayama Takayuki (47) who lives in Hachioji, Tokyo. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.

With the object of her affection in her heart, Kamae Kazumi creates clay sculptures inspired by him. "no art, no life" introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Kamae Kazumi (54) who creates her art at Atelier Yamanami in Shiga Prefecture. The program delves into her creative process and attempts to capture her unique form of expression.

With color pencils, Tayu Kanako draws the idols she admires as well as her inner world that cannot be expressed in words. "no art, no life" introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Tayu Kanako (37) who lives in Hokkaido Prefecture. The program delves into her creative process and attempts to capture her unique form of expression.

Cutting thick paper with scissors and gluing the pieces together, Ozawa Yuki makes nostalgic classic-cars. He loves cars made in Japan. "no art, no life" introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Ozawa Yuki (13) who goes to a junior high school in Nagano City. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.

In his mind, Kimura Masahiko freely transforms the world he sees, and draws his unique "spikes" using color pencils. "no art, no life" introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Kimura Masahiko (36) who lives in Kyoto Prefecture. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.

Yokomizo Sayaka makes journeys in her pictures, in which imaginary stories are illustrated with brilliant colors. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Yokomizo Sayaka (34) who lives in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. The program delves into her creative process and attempts to capture her unique form of expression.

Embroidery, thread objects, drawings ... For over 30 years, Nouda Yuka has been creating art, day and night. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Nouda Yuka (54) who lives in Kawaguchi, Saitama Prefecture. The program delves into her creative process and attempts to capture her unique form of expression.

A young man's hand fills a sheet of paper with countless black lines, which are actually his own unique characters. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Eto Yuhi (23) who lives in Fukui Prefecture. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.

This artist has been writing words of gratitude for over 20 years. The group of paper works he calls "Magic Words" has surpassed 6,000 pieces. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Tatsumi Masaki (67) who lives in Iwate Prefecture. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.

Tsushima Koya travels between 2 forms of expression: novels and drawings. He depicts a unique world which only he can see. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Tsushima Koya (34) who lives in Aomori Prefecture. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.

Her past self, her present self and her future self - these are what emerge brilliantly from the blank white canvas. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Kon Emiko (42) who lives in Hiranai, Aomori Prefecture. The program delves into her creative process and attempts to capture her unique form of expression.

Honda Tadashi rides the ocean waves, farms the mountain fields, and creates pop and cute food-related art. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Honda Tadashi (42) who lives in Sukagawa, Fukushima Prefecture. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.

Working the paper clay, an artist makes the vehicles he's been fond of since childhood: automobiles, airplanes, excavators. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Hasegawa Yutaka (31) who lives in Yurihonjo, Akita Prefecture. The program delves into his creative process and attempts to capture his unique form of expression.

Festive art fills every corner of the room, and it was all improvised by the artist. She can't make the same thing twice. This program introduces artists from across Japan for whom expression is not a choice, but a compulsion. Not influenced by existing art or trends, nor by education, these artists and their works are gaining worldwide recognition. Devoted to creation, not for anyone else or even for themselves, they have a powerful presence. This episode features Saito Satoko (81) who lives in Kanagawa Prefecture. The program delves into her creative process and attempts to capture her unique form of expression.