“There is a studied craftmanship behind Robinson’s unique practice. Carefully composed, her drawings delight in the interplay between negative space and colour. Precise ink and line etching create not only the titillating moments of intimacy between couples, but full surrounding environments of beauty with a distinctly Japanese flair.”
Boldly erotic yet delicately intricate, I Stain My Heart with Thoughts of You so Resistant is Aiko Robinson’s first solo exhibition at Gow Langsford. The Perth-based artist joined the gallery’s roster of represented artists last year and we are delighted to present her latest body of work. Robinsons practice engages the historic Japanese ukiyo-e art form of shunga – playfully erotic works that were prevalent during the Edo period (1600 – 1800) – seen through a contemporary lens. Her work is laboriously detailed, primarily working with traditional ink and printmaking techniques. Robinson sensitively explores themes of intimacy and sexual politics, capturing moments of passion, tenderness and romance between couples.
