Mid-carrier works

Building on the exploration of self-expression that began in Santa Monica, Van developed the K.J.L.H. series further through the medium of woodblock printing.

The spirit of Kindness, Joy, Love & Happiness finds expression through human silhouettes, gestures, facial expressions, and bodily movement, conveying the emotional energy that resides within.

These works depict more than the outward appearance of the human figure. They seek to capture the emotions and vitality beneath each movement.

As viewers bring their own experiences and emotions to the works, different narratives emerge, allowing each encounter to become a personal dialogue.

Recent works

Beginning in 2025, Hajime Van embarked on a new body of work expressing inner landscapes through Yame Washi (handmade Japanese paper from Yame area in Fukuoka), crafted by the traditional papermaker Mr. Takayama.

Even after more than forty years of artistic practice, Van’s creative energy remains as vibrant as ever. The unique qualities of Yame Japanese paper enhance the richness of the pigments, the vitality of each brushstroke, and the subtle interaction between paint and paper, allowing his distinctive visual language to emerge with remarkable clarity and depth.