On Kawara

Origins

On Kawara is a visual style that is characterized by his date paintings and conceptual art. Kawara became famous for his series of 'Date Paintings' which he started in 1966 and continued until his death in 2014. These paintings consist of the date on which they were made, meticulously painted with white text on monochromatic backgrounds. Kawara's attention to detail and dedication to repetition made him a prominent figure in the conceptual art movement.