the beauty of invention

In many respects imitating from real life is easy: decisions about shape, form and colour are relatively few. Besides demonstrating technical skill and the ability to compose an artwork in an aesthetically pleasing manner, there is little left to do. When, instead, you are asked to generate something that was never there before – to invent something new and magical – that is where the realm of true artistry lies. Aki Fukuoka, a talented young Auckland designer, does just that. Aki creates the most beautiful, intricate worlds within the illustrations she has created: reminding me again that the purpose of art is the story; the extent to which an image can move you; steal you from your present world and submerge you in another.