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: Murai has recently explored drawing on unconventional surfaces, such as her piece titled no. 2, 2026 , which is graphite on wood panel .

: While she has a background in abstract pieces, her recent work includes highly textural "sculptural drawings". She often utilizes utilitarian materials like beeswax, oil pastel, rabbit skin glue, marble dust, and washi paper . gra_himeka-i_070.jpg

A notable work often associated with her recent catalog is titled (2024), a 10x8 inch mixed media piece on canvas. This work exemplifies her interest in tactile surfaces and organic forms, using layers of beeswax and marble dust to create a biological, healing-inspired texture. : Murai has recently explored drawing on unconventional

: Critics have noted that her recent installations, such as those featured at 95 Gallon and Easy Lover Bar in Brooklyn, contain a "personal narrative" that was previously absent from her purely abstract work. Recent Exhibitions : She often utilizes utilitarian materials like beeswax, oil

Himeka Murai is a Brooklyn-based visual artist whose work focuses on the intersection of . Originally from Tokyo, she is largely self-taught and works across sculpture, painting, and installation. Her practice is deeply rooted in the observation of everyday objects and the environment, often gathered through "walking and observation".