Jiro Kamata — fr

Or the art of the immateriality of reflection

Jiro Kamata’s jewellery reveals the art of the immateriality of reflection. The Munich-based Japanese artist explores the boundaries between the ordinary and the extraordinary. His creations capture light, reflection and its environment, sublimating them to play with perception. Reflection becomes a central element, which blends reality with illusion. Each piece invites the wearer to question how they interact with their surroundings.

Jiro Kamata’s jewellery is characterised by his innovative use of lenses and mirrors. These elements, often associated with photography, become sensory portals. Light and colour, distorted by reflections, create a constant interaction with the wearer. The techniques used, combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary materials, transform each piece into a unique work of art. The polished surface of the lenses enhances depth and invites tactile and visual exploration.

Born in Hirosaki, Japan, in 1978, Jiro Kamata studied gemology and jewellery design in Yamanashi before perfecting his skills at the Pforzheim College of Design. A graduate of the Munich Academy of Fine Arts under Otto Künzli, he combines classical techniques with modern materials. He has been teaching at the Munich Academy of Fine Arts since 2009 and has exhibited internationally, notably in Germany, Japan and the United States.

We exhibited his work for the first time at our ‘Miroir’ exhibition, celebrating the art of reflection, in October 2023.

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