Description:

Step into the vivid, kaleidoscopic world of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama with this immersive publication, created as the companion to the NGV’s 2024 summer blockbuster exhibition. Celebrating one of the most recognisable and influential artists of our time, the book honours Kusama’s enduring cultural significance through a bold and experiential design.

The large-format hardcover is inspired by Kusama’s sculpture ‘Dancing Pumpkin’, with the artist’s signature polka dots wrapping around the entire book block – vibrant, playful and unmistakably Kusama.

Pairing dynamic visuals with insightful commentary, ‘Yayoi Kusama’ traces the artist’s life, career and lasting impact on contemporary art. What sets this publication apart is its deep engagement with Kusama’s visual language – translating her philosophy and conceptual motifs into a publication that stands not only as a companion to the exhibition, but as a lasting tribute to her legacy.