Satoshi Saitoh is a contemporary sculptor gaining increasing recognition across Asia in recent years. He primarily works with camphor wood, shaping forms through carving and applying traditional Japanese painting materials such as natural mineral pigments and ash. His works evoke a gentle, nostalgic atmosphere that stirs a quiet sense of familiarity and emotional warmth in the viewer.
Born into a family of gardeners, Saitoh has been closely connected with trees since childhood. For him, trees are not merely materials, but emotional anchors that remain in the heart. His sculptures serve as a medium to weave together various elements of his personal surroundings, reflecting a deep respect for local culture and the spirit rooted in specific places. Each piece becomes more than a visual object—it is a sculptural embodiment of memory, emotion, and time.
As time passes, memories often become blurred and tinged with nostalgia. Through his works, Saitoh seeks to materialize those indistinct yet familiar sensations buried deep within the human psyche. By layering his current lived experiences with fragments of the past, he creates new sensibilities that resonate with both personal and collective memory. His practice is a gentle response to the passage of time and a heartfelt effort to preserve cultural spirit through the language of sculpture.
