CHIKAKO
Phenomenological Introspection Mandala Art
Mandalas that listen to the inner voice, integrating the present self with the true self.
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Concept
What is Phenomenological Introspection Mandala Art
Mandalas that listen to the inner voice, integrating the present self with the true self.
My Phenomenological Introspection Mandala Art does not aim simply at drawing beautiful mandalas.
It is a practice of quietly savouring, within the heart, what has happened in the outer world — listening to the faint dissonances and tremors that arise there, and rendering that process in stippled dots and lines.
There is no finished form decided in advance. In the process of descending deep into the self, the personal subconscious at some point connects with the universal collective consciousness, and reflects the essence of truth. This resonates deeply with Carl Rogers’ notion of congruence and with the felt sense of Focusing.
I also hold sessions grounded in this process of self-congruence. Through dialogue using my works and an original deck of mandala oracle cards, I support clients in noticing their inner voice and integrating the present self with the true self.
Through drawing and dialogue, I accompany you on a journey through the inner cosmos, toward an encounter with your own essence.
Works
Works
One at a time, each with its own centre. Move sideways to view.
Process
From introspection to form
A mandala comes into being through a process something like this.
I
Savour
What has happened in the outer world is quietly savoured within — left as it is, without hurried interpretation.
II
Listen
Attending to the faint dissonances and tremors that arise there — the inner voice always speaks softly.
III
Dot and Line
The process is rendered in stippled dots and lines. There is no finished form decided in advance; the hand follows what is seen.
IV
Descend
Descending deep into the self, the personal subconscious at some point joins the universal — and reflects the essence of truth.
Awards & Selections
- 2026Selected, the 100th Kokuten Exhibition
- 2026Selected, the 82nd Genten Exhibition
Press & Publications
- 2025"République des Arts" No. 3
- 2025"365ART+ magazine"
Artist
About Chikako
I draw the inner world. Rather than composing with the head, I give visible form to the unseen processes of the heart that well up naturally through introspection.
Through the works, I hope to create a place where each viewer can look into their own interior and converse with their true self.
Exhibitions
- 2024"Mandala Art 2024"
- 2024"Meditation of Light" exhibition, La Madeleine, Paris
- 2024"Hōryū-ji Exhibition"
- 2025Solo exhibition, Gallery Fū
- 2026"Acryl Box" exhibition, Waldart Studio
- 2026Group exhibition "Japanesque", Gallery Fū
- 2026Exhibited, the 10th Kyūshū Kokuten
Invitation
Commissions & Workshops
From a single commissioned work to pieces for a space. Enquiries are always welcome.
Commissioned Work
A single mandala created for one person, drawn from conversation. As a personal talisman, or as a gift that marks an occasion.
Workshop
A session for observing the inner world through drawing. No prior experience is required. Held in small groups.
Introspection Session
Grounded in the process of self-congruence, dialogue with the works and original mandala oracle cards supports the integration of the present self with the true self.
For Spaces
Original and reproduction works for salons, clinics, inns — spaces that ask for quiet.
Contact
Contact
For commissions and enquiries, please use the form below or write directly by email.