“Blue Transcending Bird l” by Akiyama, 55×55″

Megumi Akiyama was born in Kawasaki, Japan.  Her childhood memories of summer festivals, elaborate kimonos and fireworks displays were a major influence on her works.  In addition to her childhood her current desert environment in Phoenix, Arizona, where she now resides, is also a strong influence on her works.  Akiyama received her Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Illustration from California State, Long Beach, California.