Defining the abstract: it may seem like the antithesis of what abstract art is all about. Or, it could be that attempts to define the abstract and what the artist intended is part of the genre's appeal

Art Business News, March, 2006 by Jane Hart

"It is inevitable that people compare and contrast and pull historical names out of their hats," continues Maier. "People have randomly compared Mihoko's work to Paul Klee, Kandinsky and Miro--comparisons that, while inflated, are [well-intended], but still don't fit in my mind. Mihoko's work is fresh, and inspired by a muse that plays the trumpet and is quite alive."

SOURCES

* Barbara Berlin (artist), bberlin@vdn.ca www.barbaraberlin.com

* Deljou Art Group (artist Sebastian Alterera), 800-237-4638, www.deljourtgroup.com

* Fine Art Hawaii (artist Mihoko), 808-536-8820, www.finearthawaii.com

* Jack Roberts (artist), 928-282-6967, www.theartcollector.com

* Bernice Steinbaum Gallery, 305-573-2700, www.bernicesteinbaumgallery.com

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Jane Hart

ABN Contributing Editor