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祥風 (Showfu) is a talented calligraphy artist born in Japan and currently residing in Singapore. She founded Nikon Inktion to channel her enduring passion for calligraphy. Showfu's mother, who shared the same pen name 祥風, was also a professional calligrapher and introduced her to calligraphy at the tender age of 5. Showfu's artistic journey took her to Belgium, where she pursued her education in fine arts, ceramics, and the history of art, honing her creative sensibilities.
After dedicating 14 years to the Shipping & Maritime industry, Showfu's passion for calligraphy was rekindled. She embarked on a journey to relearn Chinese Calligraphy at the prestigious 日本教育書道藝術院 (Nihon Kyoiku Shodo Geijutsuin) in Tokyo, where she earned the title of Master of Calligraphy. This achievement was made under the pen name 祥風, in tribute to her mother's legacy.
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Born in Japan
Started calligraphy at the age of 5 in Japan
1997-2001: Pursued studies in Fine Arts, Ceramics, and History of Art in Europe
1998: Participated in a Group Art Exhibition in Brussels
2006: Achieved a Degree in Department of Literature, Art History from Waseda University in Tokyo
2020: Selected to showcase work at 東京書作展
2020: Secured 2nd Prize in the Calligraphy Exhibition at 日本教育書道藝術院
2021: Selected to showcase work at 東京書作展
2021: Earned 1st Prize in the Calligraphy Exhibition at 日本教育書道藝術院
2021: Attained the title of Master of Calligraphy
2023 Named a Finalist in the 11th Singapore Brush and Pen Calligraphy Competition (organised by Chinese Calligraphy Society of Singapore)
2023: Founded "Nikon Inktion" in Singapore
2023: Showcased the "Crossroad" exhibition in Singapore