Born in Shizuoka, Terumi Saito is a Japanese artist now based in New York. She studied graphic design at Tama Art University and later textile design at Parsons School of Design, developing a practice that blends sculpture, fiber, and ceramics. She revisits ancestral techniques, such as backstrap weaving, bringing them into dialogue with contemporary gestures. Her work explores the connections between craft, memory, and culture, breathing new life into endangered know-how. She favors natural materials and organic dyes, drawing inspiration from residencies in Peru, Guatemala, and the United States. Among her notable works are Rise like a Phoenix from the Ashes, The Pantheon of Bird Deities, and Whispering Streams. As a sensitive artist-craftsperson creating unique pieces, she turns manual gesture into a poetic language. Her installations invite contemplation and cultural dialogue, demonstrating her rare ability to weave together ancient traditions and contemporary expression.
