I am contributing as a pixel art expert to studio ASYNCHROME's "Pixel Paravent" project at EXPO 2025 in Osaka, working alongside a talented international team of 7 artists - 6 of whom I had the privilege to teach at HTK Academy. Together, we're creating an interactive digital interpretation of traditional Japanese art that bridges centuries of artistic expression.

The project bridges centuries of artistic expression, transforming classical paravent aesthetics into an engaging pixel art experience. Through careful attention to detail and authentic pixel art techniques, we're crafting a unique dialogue between traditional art and digital aesthetics.

Team

Curation: Martin Baasch (DE/AT)

Artistic Lead: studio ASYNCHROME (Website) – Marleen Leitner / Michael Schitnig (AT)

Pixel Art & Animation:

Sascha Naderer (AT)
Eileen-Isabel Junge (DE)
Anja Vetsch (CH)
Zafer Alshikh Hasan (PS/SY)

Programming: René Senten (NL/DE)

Exhibition Dates

Preview: March 18, 2025 - Volkskundemuseum Graz (AT)
Expo: June 2025 - Austrian Pavilion, Osaka (JP)
Solo: July 2025 - Austrian Cultural Forum Tokyo (JP)

Project Summary

Interactive Art Project: Transformation of the historical Osaka Paravent into Pixel Art
Historical Art: Reinterpretation of scenes from the 16th century
Interactive Experience: Visitors can actively interact with the installation
Vision: Connecting history, art and digital technology