# 岡本太郎記念館

- **Website:** <https://taro-okamoto.or.jp>
- **Primary alias:** `taro-okamoto.or.jp`

## Description

岡本太郎, a Japanese artist, journeyed to Paris in 1929 at the age of 18, seeking to break free from the conventional landscape paintings dominating his homeland. Embracing French society, he honed his skills, imbibed Western culture, and established a unique artistic identity in 1930s Paris. Transitioning from pure abstraction to Surrealism, he immersed himself in avant-garde movements, engaging with luminaries like André Breton. Renowned for his innovative body of work, Taro challenged the traditional Japanese art scene upon his return, advocating for artistic freedom and rationalism. His quest extended to exploring Japan's cultural roots, notably through the discovery of Jomon art. This maverick artist's legacy culminated in monumental works like the iconic "Tower of the Sun," a symbol of Japan's vibrant artistry exhibited at the record-breaking 1970 World Expo in Osaka.

## Industries

- 🍿 Arts and Entertainment
- 🍿 Performing Arts _(under Arts and Entertainment)_
- 📊 Business and Consumer Services
- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🍿 Music _(under Arts and Entertainment)_

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/taro_kinenkan)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/taro_okamoto_memorial_museum)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG, SVG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idOEHe2js5/w/820/h/102/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1773352277801)
- icon _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idOEHe2js5/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1773352277953)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sandwisp | #f2eaa0 | accent |
| Black | #000000 | dark |
| Shalimar | #fff9c0 | light |

## Fonts

- -apple-system — asset _(system)_
- Yu Gothic Medium — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idOEHe2js5/w/1500/h/500/idNfJHxM70.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1773352278171)

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