Inspired by the work of Jean Baudrillard and Michel Foucault, among others, I strive to put forth a concept of art historical analysis that centers not on the art object in its own right, but on the interactions between that object and society as a whole. In short, I believe that art can serve as both a mirror and a mold, reflecting the views and attitudes of the society in which it was created while simultaneously shaping the beliefs of those who view it.

Perhaps more importantly though, I believe in a broad understanding of what should be understood as "Art" within the context of art-historical practice. My work centers around contemporary Japanese art and visual culture, and I feel that it would be incomplete without attention paid to animation, illustration, fashion, and even music. If anything, these "pop culture" artifacts are the most critical to understanding the influence visual culture holds on society. To younger Japanese audiences, anime, manga, street fashion, and video games can the most salient forms of visual media, and their significance cannot be overlooked.