{"title":"Kanako Abe","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKanako Abe is a Japanese kirie artist based in Seattle, Washington.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKanako specializes in the intricate art of kirie, a traditional Japanese term that translates to paper cutting. Using the meticulous technique of paper cutting, she transforms sheets of paper into intricate designs with a precision knife. Hours of dedication and concentration are woven into each piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKanako refines her artistry through hand-dying washi paper, often utilizing indigo, rust, or Japanese sumi ink. The infusion of organic textures explores the delicate equilibrium between the unforeseen and deliberate control—a contemplative journey that Kanako finds meditative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by nature, the starry sky, woodland animals, folklore and dreams, Kanako's creations are visual journeys through these realms. Through her hands, the paper becomes a canvas for stories untold, where every cut is a deliberate step into a world where imagination and reality intertwine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/beinart.org\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e if you would like to buy an original artwork by Kanako Abe or to be notified when we have new available art for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kanako-abe-song-of-new-beginnings-paper-and-mixed-media","title":"Kanako Abe - 'Song of New Beginnings' - paper and mixed media","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSong of New Beginnings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper and mixed media by Kanako Abe (2026).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtwork size: 20.3 cm diameter (8\" diameter)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kanako Abe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54307530801465,"sku":null,"price":1320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1136\/8870\/files\/Kanako-Abe-SongofNewBeginnings_1.jpg?v=1785907067"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1136\/8870\/collections\/kanako_abe.jpg?v=1787722948","url":"https:\/\/beinart.org\/collections\/kanako-abe.oembed","provider":"Beinart Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}