Maki Takizawa believes that her fascination with natural phenomena, consciousness, and the subconscious plays a vital role in her creative process. While consciousness itself is intangible and cannot be seen as a physical object, it undeniably exists in the human mind, something we recognize and understand.

A creative idea often brings back emotional memories, offering a fresh perspective with unique meaning when recalled. Her work serves as a catalyst for conversations about everyday topics, encouraging deeper reflection and dialogue.

Profile

Maki Takizawa, originally from Tokyo, Japan, began her artistic journey in London, where she spent several years researching and practicing how to express her creative vision through art and design. It was during her time in an art course that she discovered the expressive potential of printmaking techniques. She found printmaking to be an ideal art form, perfectly suited to her vision, and decided to focus her visual development in this medium.

She furthered her artistic growth by earning a BTEC in Fine Art at Kensington and Chelsea College, which helped shape her visual ideas before she pursued a Postgraduate Diploma. Maki then graduated with a Master’s Degree in Fine Art Printmaking from Camberwell College of Arts, University of the Arts London. Her journey of visual exploration and practical development in printmaking continues to evolve.