“Facing mortality daily, I found that the act of drawing
and painting triggered a vital, grounding joy that calmed
the chaos of illness. This experience birthed my research
into the Japanese concept of Ma, the ‘pure interval’ of
space and time.”
—Yuria Mizuta
The Virtues: Courage (2021)
Acrylic on Canvas
Acrylic on Canvas
“Ma” Joie: 霧の海 Fog Ocean (2023)
Acrylic on Canvas
Acrylic on Canvas
As a cancer survivor, Yuria navigated the profound uncertainty of chemotherapy by turning to her practice as a lifeline. By embracing the ephemeral nature of our existence, Yuria says she developed a therapeutic framework where ‘non-spaces’ become sites of healing. Her art serves as a testament to finding peace and presence within the transition of recovery. You can view these pieces and more of Yuria’s work at https://www.morsoart.com.
