Flowers captured in all their vibrant colors and the changing seasons; animals sculpted in moments of quiet dignity and innocent playfulness—throughout history, people have been captivated by the brilliance of living things, finding in them an enduring source of artistic inspiration. Seen through the eyes of artists, these paintings, sculptures, and other works invite us to reflect on the preciousness and enduring continuity of life.

This exhibition features paintings, sculptures, photographs, and other works inspired by plants and animals, presented not only in the museum galleries but also throughout the outdoor spaces of Sapporo Art Park. As you explore the park’s rich natural surroundings, we invite you to discover the world of flowers and animals expressed through color and form, and to experience each artist’s unique dialogue with life itself.

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札幌芸術の森開園40周年記念　Flowering Garden 花と獣　いろとかたち

■Exhibiting artist:

1. Sapporo Art Museum

(in exhibition order)

Mika Ninagawa, Meiko Kinoshita, Yu Seto, Akira Ishiguro, Yozo Takada, Atsushi Okada, Seiwa Shigeyoshi Sato, Ai Kumehara, Junji Kawashima, Yoshimasa Tsuchiya, Fukuo Tanaka, Kasumi Suzuki, Keiko Inokuma, Takeki Fujito, Toshihiko Shibuya

2. Sapporo Sculpture Garden

 (in exhibition order)

Kenichiro & Ayako Taniguchi, Hiroyasu Kosukegawa, Daisaku Ueno, Kineta Kunimatsu, Akiyoshi Kitagawa, Asumi Maeda

3. Sato Churyo Children's Atelier

Mio Hashimoto

4. Takeo Arishima Residence

Toshihiko Shibuya