Eric Nakamura

LAでの展示スタートしました！ ”mograg DIRECT -Across The Universe-” At GR2 gallery @giantrobot 
May 16 Sat – June 2 Tue, 2026 Bringing mind-blowing art from Tokyo’s mograg gallery directly to GIANT ROBOT in L.A.—They are directly from the artist’s mind into this universe, and directly in front of you. 東京のmograg galleryからヤバいアートをL.A.のロウブロウ・アートの聖地GIANT ROBOTに、アーティストの脳内からこの宇宙に、世界中のあらゆる場所にダイレクトに！ Participating Artists HAMADARAKA (Eru Arizono / Emu Arizono) @eruhamadaraka  / @emuhamadaraka Johnny Akihito Noda @wc_johnny Kouichi Matsuda @KOUICHI_MATSUDA_ Masayoshi Hanawa @masayoshihanawa oki-chu. @oki.chu PICOPICO @picopicoshimbun Sasaku Kusuriyubi @kusuriyubi339 mograg gallery Profile @mograggallery Founded in 2008 by Motoko Ota (Owner) and oki-chu. (Painter / Director), the gallery is currently based in Okachimachi, Tokyo. While primarily focusing on painting, it plans and operates exhibitions by artists who are not bound by categories or specific forms of expression, and also develops projects that translate these works into various products. The gallery’s core concept is “Japanese Lowbrow Art.” Rather than what is considered mainstream “high art,” it embraces art that emerges from its periphery—art of the people. By doing so, the gallery aims to communicate the direct joy and excitement of “drawing” and “viewing” art, offering encounters with what can be described as art driven by personal taste and sensibility. #mograggallery #giantrobot2 #lowbrowart #art

🌟Up coming!!🌟 ”mograg DIRECT -Across The Universe-” At GR2 gallery @giantrobot 
May 16 Sat – June 2 Tue, 2026 Bringing mind-blowing art from Tokyo’s mograg gallery directly to GIANT ROBOT in L.A.—They are directly from the artist’s mind into this universe, and directly in front of you. 東京のmograg galleryからヤバいアートをL.A.のロウブロウ・アートの聖地GIANT ROBOTに、アーティストの脳内からこの宇宙に、世界中のあらゆる場所にダイレクトに！ Participating Artists HAMADARAKA (Eru Arizono / Emu Arizono) @eruhamadaraka  / @emuhamadaraka Johnny Akihito Noda @wc_johnny Kouichi Matsuda @KOUICHI_MATSUDA_ Masayoshi Hanawa @masayoshihanawa oki-chu. @oki.chu PICOPICO @picopicoshimbun Sasaku Kusuriyubi @kusuriyubi339 mograg gallery Profile @mograggallery Founded in 2008 by Motoko Ota (Owner) and oki-chu. (Painter / Director), the gallery is currently based in Okachimachi, Tokyo. While primarily focusing on painting, it plans and operates exhibitions by artists who are not bound by categories or specific forms of expression, and also develops projects that translate these works into various products. The gallery’s core concept is “Japanese Lowbrow Art.” Rather than what is considered mainstream “high art,” it embraces art that emerges from its periphery—art of the people. By doing so, the gallery aims to communicate the direct joy and excitement of “drawing” and “viewing” art, offering encounters with what can be described as art driven by personal taste and sensibility. #mograggallery #giantrobot2 #lowbrowart #art

Some highlights from Film School II at GR2 these are by @sssimsim @lindseyolivares @wes_burt @michaelrelth @elaine.uuu @laurentamaki @denisdalesio

Felicia Chiao plates made in Japan. Online now at GiantRobot! @giantrobotstore @feliciachiao

Giant Robot 2 presents mograg DIRECT – Across the Universe – a group exhibition showcasing artists from Japan’s  mograg gallery. The exhibition opens on Saturday, May 16, 2026, with artwork available online beginning at 12:00 PM PT. To mark the opening, a live Instagram tour will be hosted at @giantrobot , offering an inside look at the exhibition and participating artists. Bringing mind-blowing art from Tokyo’s mograg gallery directly to GIANT ROBOT in L.A. They are directly from the artist’s mind into this universe, and directly in front of you. Participating Artists HAMADARAKA (Eru Arizono / Emu Arizono) @eruhamadaraka  / @emuhamadaraka Johnny Akihito Noda @wc_johnny Kouichi Matsuda @KOUICHI_MATSUDA_ Masayoshi Hanawa @masayoshihanawa oki-chu. @oki.chu PICOPICO @picopicoshimbun Sasaku Kusuriyubi @kusuriyubi339 Founded in 2008 by Motoko Ota (Owner) and oki-chu. (Painter / Director), @mograggallery is currently based in Okachimachi, Tokyo. While primarily focusing on painting, it plans and operates exhibitions by artists who are not bound by categories or specific forms of expression, and also develops projects that translate these works into various products. The gallery’s core concept is “Japanese Lowbrow Art.” Rather than what is considered mainstream “high art,” it embraces art that emerges from its periphery—art of the people. By doing so, the gallery aims to communicate the direct joy and excitement of “drawing” and “viewing” art, offering encounters with what can be described as art driven by personal taste and sensibility.

Giant Robot 2 presents a special event celebrating the release of ceramic plates by Felicia Chiao. The Felicia Chiao Plate Release and Cookie Potluck will take place on Saturday, May 9th, at 12:00 PM in Los Angeles. Produced in Japan, the ceramic plates feature Felicia Chiao’s distinctive character driven artwork translated into functional objects. The release offers fans and collectors a chance to experience her work in a new format. Felicia Chiao will be in attendance to sign plates, prints, and additional items during the event. The event also invites visitors to be part of a casual cookie potluck. Guests are encouraged to bring cookies to share. 🍪

Giant Robot 2 presents a special book event celebrating Black Film: A History of Black Representation and Participation in the Movies by David F. Walker. The event will take place on Sunday, April 26th at 1pm at GR2 in Los Angeles. David F. Walker will be in conversation with Martin Wong. The discussion will explore topics in his new book and his past experiences with zines. Black Film is an illustrated history that highlights key moments in cinema while addressing the systemic racism embedded in the film industry. Organized by decade, the book offers insight into both struggles and triumphs across generations. David F. Walker is an award winning writer known for his work in comics, journalism, and film. His credits include Shaft: A Complicated Man and work for major publishers including Marvel and DC. Martin Wong is known for his role in shaping Giant Robot zine and for his involvement in punk and publishing projects. Books will be available for purchase at the event. Event Details 
Sunday, April 26
1pm @davidf.walker

Film School II: The Return is a group exhibition opening at Giant Robot 2 in Los Angeles. The show begins Saturday April 25th with a reception from 6 to 9 PM. The exhibition brings together a wide range of artists whose work draws from film, storytelling, and visual culture. The show highlights different approaches to narrative through painting, illustration, and mixed media. A live Instagram tour will take place on April 25th at 12 PM, with artwork available online the same day. The exhibition runs through May 12th. Participating artists include Aaron Loftis, Alex Konstad, Amy Erickson, Anatola Howard, Brandon Johnson, Cathleen Mcallister, Chalky Wong, Coro, Dadu Shin, Danielle Chenette, Dave Palumbo, Denis Dalesio, Elaine Wu, Fanny HS, G Yang, George Varodi, Jake Gooch, Josh Cochran, Jotham Malave, Julie Benbassat, Kellan Jett, Kevin Laughlin, Lauren Tamaki, Lia Tin, Lindsey Olivares, Ines Fragueiros, Matias Bergara, Michael Relth, Mike Dutton, Molly Bounds, Morass, Nate Bagel, Nicolas Uribe, Patrick Okeefe, Peter Chan, Philip Vose, Ping Zhu, Sean Sevestre, Seosie Kim, Sim Sim, Sydney Smith, Trevor Shin, Turcin Soylu, Vanya Fedorov, Wesley Burt, Woodrow White, and Yujia Wang. The exhibition is on view at Giant Robot 2, located at 2062 Sawtelle Blvd in Los Angeles. #movies #movie #film #art #cinema

Yumi Yamasaki’s pieces from Kimagure exhibition at GR2 features some new directions and classic drawing. Here is “Key Lime,” “Persimmon!” And “Snowdrop.” Come see the last days of the exhibition.

This is the grand opening of the Giant Robot store gallery on April 11th. I’m honored and excited to be part of this group exhibition. Thank you to Eric and Cassia for curating this lovely show, and congratulations on this exciting new chapter. Can’t wait to swing by and be part of more shows and events on Sawtelle. 🐿️ #communityofartists #giantrobotstore #giantrobotstoregallery #sawtelle

Here are a few kaiju themed pieces by @joelnakamura for the Kimagure exhibition. At GR2. Joel mixes the SW stylings with popular culture!