I am weaving abstractmusing with memory, emotion and inner life to mapping of humanity. I communicate the past, present and future through my artwork.

Kunihiko Kaino: 84 years old

Former Japanese pearl diver in Broome.

He now lives in Fremantle.

He was deeply emotional, eyes filled with tears and shared his life memories with me.

I am grateful that we were able to share our thoughts through my artwork.

TOMOKO YAMADA

Studio Residency at Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts

26. September. 2022

Photo by Saad Alsharrh