Guest of Honor: Yoichiro Kawaguchi
Biography
Working on the artistic side of Computer Graphics since the 1970’s, Yoichiro’s prolific career began in 3D Computer Animation at Kyushu University (BA) and University of Tsukuba (MFA). Soon after receiving his degrees, he applied his interest in nature to creating GROWTH Model, a Self-Organizing approach to developing a formative algorithm of a complex life form. He has taught at the University of Tsukuba, and since 1998, at the University of Tokyo. His current research includes exploring large-scale plastic sculptures using newly available materials. Professor Yoichiro Kawaguchi was honored as a Person of Cultural Merit in 2023. He is the first media arts and CG artist to receive this prestigious award from the nation.