🗓 May 14–Jul 2, 2026
📍 SEIZAN Gallery, 525 W 26th St
🎟️ FREE
✨ Asa Hiramatsu's exhibition To Be Cloud at SEIZAN Gallery in New York is the first solo show by the self-taught, Tokyo-based painter, gathering eighteen new paintings that distill her investigation into the inner landscape she carries within herself. Two recurring icons anchor the work — the cloud, her emblem of impermanence, often shown close to the ground rather than high in the sky; and the seesaw, her figure of balance and its perpetual loss and recovery.
Attending Asa Hiramatsu's To Be Cloud exhibition offers a unique opportunity to engage with deeply personal and contemplative art. What struck me most was how the artist uses the cloud as a symbol of impermanence—not floating high and distant, but hovering close to the earth—emphasizing the transient moments we often overlook. The seesaw metaphor beautifully conveys life's constant oscillation between stability and imbalance, inviting viewers to reflect on their own experiences of balance and recovery. Visiting the SEIZAN Gallery, located at 525 W 26th St in New York, I found the space intimately suited to Hiramatsu’s delicate and introspective paintings. The free admission made it accessible to a wide audience, encouraging art lovers and casual visitors alike to experience this compelling exploration of inner landscapes. The eighteen pieces collectively create a cohesive narrative that draws you into the artist’s world, making it a memorable visit for anyone interested in contemporary art with a meditative edge. For those planning to visit, I recommend allowing enough time to absorb the subtle emotions and symbolism in each work. Whether you are an admirer of Japanese contemporary painting or someone looking for art that invites personal reflection, To Be Cloud is a worthwhile exhibition that leaves a lasting impression on the interplay between human emotion and natural symbolism.















































































