Lee Baker’s art practice explores the dichotomy between Japan’s fragile, intricate cultural aesthetic and the relentless forces of urbanisation that increasingly mark its landscape. With influences ranging from the futuristic anime of Makoto Shinkai to the modernist cityscapes of Charlie Sheeler, Baker’s meticulous paintings and installations present stark visions of the indomitable meta-city against the indiscriminate forces of nature.
EXHIBITIONS
2011 – ‘Spectra 1′, The LondoNewcastle Gallery, London. Curated by Future Tense.
2011 – ‘Re-define’, Goss Michael Foundation, Dallas. In association with MTV and the Staying Alive Foundation.
2011 – ‘Thames to Tama’, a large scale installation in association with Metal Culture.
2010 – The Future Tense launch exhibition, The Future Gallery, London
2010 – ‘Life In 2050’, Proud Central Gallery, London. Curated by Transmission
2010 – ‘Toku chan Likes Colour’, solo exhibition at TAP Gallery in association with Metal Culture.
2009 – ‘Show Below’, Lighthouse Media Centre, Brighton.