Cockatoo with Fruits (2008) Painting by Naoko Paluszak

Naoko Paluszak is a contemporary award-winning Japanese artist based in the United States. The artist expertly bridges the gap between the abstract and figures in order to evoke new concepts rather than simply use art for decoration. With her vivid colour palette and solitary abstract figure, Naoko stirs up intense emotions and memories in viewers. Her captivating use of probing, evocative directness to the moment.

Naoko Paluszak graduated at the Nihon Designer Gakuin (Japan Designer Institute) in Tokyo, Japan. She worked as a graphic designer before moving to the United States. Almost immediately, her unique style garnered impressive awards and a Grand Prize from international competition held at Ariel Gallery in New York. Hailed by critics and museum curators for her style and her vibrant palette, she has exhibited in numerous shows. Her originals are sold extensively through galleries in California, Arizona, Florida and Hawaii. She is included in Art in America's Guide to Galleries, Museums and Artists and The Marquis Who's Who, Who's Who in the South and Southeast.

• Nationality: UNITED STATES
• Date of birth : unknown date
• Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
• Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary American Artists