SAKI TOMITA
Saki Tomita is a Japanese painter based in London whose work bridges traditional iconography and contemporary portraiture. Best known for her vibrant depictions of female figures adorned with intricate patterns, Tomita’s art evokes a dreamlike atmosphere where beauty, mythology, and strength intertwine. Her paintings, while rooted in classical composition, feel utterly modern, layered with symbolic storytelling and an unmistakable personal signature.
Saki’s journey began in the street art scene in 2009, where she first experimented with public expression and visual impact. What began as bold mark-making in open spaces eventually transformed into deeply considered, studio-based portraiture. As her technique and vision evolved, so too did her presence in the international art world. Now recognised as a fine artist with a global collector base, Tomita’s work has been exhibited in major cities such as Tokyo, London, San Francisco, and Barcelona.
At the centre of her practice is a fascination with the feminine form not simply as subject matter, but as a vessel for cultural, historical, and spiritual narratives. Her portraits often feature serene yet powerful women, surrounded by ornamental detail and layered with rich symbolism. Drawing influence from traditional Japanese art, Renaissance painting, and global mythology, Saki constructs worlds where ancient stories meet contemporary identity.
Her use of medium is as deliberate as her themes. Saki works across oil paint, gold leaf, ink, and mixed media, weaving together textures that shimmer and shift under light. This multidimensional approach brings depth and dynamism to her canvases, demanding attention while inviting reflection. Whether through the quiet gleam of metallic elements or the intensity of layered brushwork, her surfaces tell as much of a story as the figures they hold.
Saki’s practice is deeply rooted in discipline and precision, but equally in intuition. Every line, every stroke, every embellishment serves a purpose. Her figures are not passive muses they are protectors, dreamers, warriors, and emblems of resilience. There is an emotional richness to her work that draws viewers in and holds them there, offering a moment of escape, reverence, or recognition.
Now based in London, Saki finds inspiration in the city’s diversity and energy. The global art capital provides a perfect backdrop for her international outlook and ongoing evolution as an artist. Her studio is a space where East meets West—not in conflict, but in harmony each piece an offering to the viewer, steeped in both ancient craft and modern voice.
Saki Tomita is not just painting portraits; she is building visual poems, elegant and electrifying in equal measure. Through her brush, feminine energy is not only celebrated, but redefined and layered with history, myth, and undeniable presence.
Installation as part of Moniker Art House
