Tatsuki Hakoyama is a Japanese artist based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Having experienced lifestyles in Japan, Samoa, and the United States, his work often reflects on how culture, community, and environment impact our identity and values. His allegorical figurative paintings are often carefully planned to invoke a sense of mystery, reflecting on the surreal intricacies embedded within the mundane. In addition to his professional studio practice, he teaches at Kendall College of Art & Design of Ferris State University and Grand Rapids Community College.