A collaboration between artists Junko Mori, Kristina Banholzer, Sïan Angharad and Simmy Singh. Commissioned by Pontio Bangor

Junko Mori is a Japanese artist based in Wales working primarily in metalwork sculpture. Her works are aggregate pieces usually connected thematically and visually to her observations of living matter, particularly plants.

The assembling of forged and cast metal is the key to her work, whether mild steel or pure silver. Her observations of tree and plant matter are the driving force behind many of her sculptures which vary in scale from small objects in precious metal through to fairly massive welded steel works of art.

Selected Series of Works

Films

Making Beauty: Junko Mori

Part of a series by The British Museum celebrating the work of living Japanese artists and craftspeople.

A modern, abstract art piece resembling a circular shape with a textured black and gray surface, positioned on a neutral background, with the text 'The British Museum' to the right.

Working with Silver: Junko Mori

Commissioned by Leeds Museum to discuss the inspiration behind 'Silver Poetry Spring Fever Ring', acquired by Temple Newsam.

White floral wreath with various textured flowers and leaves against a dark background.

Pethau Bychain - Small Things: Junko Mori / Coed Coexist

Part of Wales Arts International’s “Pethau Bychain – Small things” campaign that encourages simple acts of kindness to others and the planet and highlights artistic work that focuses on well-being.

Showstoppers: 'Lichen Cloud'

Commissioned by Temple Newsam to highlight the inspiration and process behind 'Lichen Cloud', exhibited in their Showstoppers exhibition in 2017.

A sculpture made of white textured material resembling coral or foam, with interconnected hollow and rounded structures, set against a gradient dark background.

TRIONGL: Junko Mori, Pontio Bangor

A collaboration between artists Junko Mori, Kristina Banholzer, Sïan Angharad and Simmy Singh, commissioned by Pontio Bangor.

A logo with the words 'junko mori' written in black brushstroke font, overlaying a circular graphic of pink and blue petal-like shapes.