Notable for painting, drawing and graffiti that exudes a naive quality, this research project marks my interest to reinvigorate my curiosity for Art Brut in a local context. I came into contact with Akira of wanting to experience and gain situated knowledge of what he does I’ve heard tell as illuminating and worthy of an outsider art. Following our first meeting, I would descend upon his doorstep and our meeting will evolved into a cooperative project where we work to create a dog sculpture in lieu of an actual, living dog who had died in the neighbourhood. These images formed a part of my encounter with the man; Akira as the skilled maker, and me, as the curious onlooker.
Special thanks: Terry Ong.
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