Galerie Tamenaga Paris is holding the first solo exhibition in France by Japanese painter Sohey Iwata, titled "Sohey IWATA – In Flow." Having opened on May 28, 2026, the exhibition was originally scheduled to close on June 20 (Saturday), but due to its warm reception, the run has been extended through June 27 (Saturday).
Iwata first presented his work at Galerie Tamenaga Paris in 2019 and has continued to captivate art enthusiasts across Europe. This exhibition marks his long-awaited first solo show in Paris. Approximately 30 works are on display, centered on two themes: the "undivided" state that exists before life separates into distinct forms, and "in flow," the idea of endlessly circulating currents. The selection includes large-scale folding screen compositions depicting flowers and ink wash works with incised markings on Japanese paper.
Galerie Tamenaga Paris is one of the largest galleries in Paris. Located close to the prestigious Hôtel Le Bristol Paris on the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré — a street renowned for its luxury boutiques — the gallery sits in a vibrant gallery district that draws art lovers from around the world. In recent years, Galerie Tamenaga has also focused on introducing emerging Japanese artists to international audiences through exhibitions such as "NOUVEL HORIZON JAPON."
The opening reception drew a lively crowd of local media and art collectors, getting the exhibition off to an energetic start.
About Sohey Iwata
Born in Aichi Prefecture in 1978, Sohey Iwata studied Nihonga (traditional Japanese-style painting) at Kanazawa College of Art, graduating in 2002. He then trained under master painter Rei-ichi Tsuchiya. Known for bold compositions that combine vibrant colors with rich decorative sensibility, Iwata creates a strikingly fresh world of flowers. He has received numerous awards, including the Grand Prize at the 6th Higashiyama Kaii Memorial Nikkei Nihonga Grand Prize Exhibition in 2015. He is currently based in Tokyo.
Selected Works
"Undivided Flow #1" — 61 × 91 cm
"In Flow (triptyque)" — 91 × 61 cm
"What Remains Unnamed" — 215 × 152 cm
"Flower Undulation" — 200 × 500 cm
Exhibition Information
Sohey IWATA – In Flow
- Dates: May 28 – June 27, 2026 (Saturday)
- Venue: Galerie Tamenaga Paris — 18, Av. Matignon, 75008 Paris, France
- Hours: Monday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Official website: www.tamenaga.com
