Name: THE SCRAPBOOK AIDA Makoto
SKU: 9784065396643
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A definitive collection in which “total body artist” Makoto Aida reflects on his journey, reveals the behind-the-scenes of his creative process, and revisits his work through his own words and extensive documentation, as he grapples with the issues of contemporary society and stirs various ripples.

From paintings, photography, and sculptures to performances, installations, and urban planning, he confronts the contradictions of modern society head-on, presenting his works with the humor of an artist.
This volume mainly features works from 2000 onward, including 750 images, 65,000 words of commentary by the artist, and 880 bonus tweets (now X posts).

Category：Japanese Art Book

Tag：contemporary art

Pages：: 240
ISBN：: 9784065396643
Release Date:: June, 2025
Language:: Japanese
Publisher:: Kodansha

Author profile

Makoto Aida

Artist. Born in 1965 in Niigata Prefecture. Completed graduate studies in 1991 at Tokyo University of the Arts, majoring in oil painting techniques and materials.
Debuted in 1993 with the exhibition “Fortunes” held by the Röntgen Art Institute.
Active both in Japan and internationally, crossing a wide range of expressive media including painting, photography, video, sculpture, performance, installation, novels, and manga.
Presents diverse themes—ranging from young girls to war paintings, office workers, and urban planning—with a sharp critical perspective on society.