Akiko Yamashita

Yamashita has produced award-winning multimedia works that go beyond technical wizardry to achieve an extraordinary level of artistry that immerse audiences in transcendent and meditative 3D experiences that few, if any, multimedia designers working today can achieve. Hana Fubuki interactive flowers projection exhibited in the Main Gallery at Artechouse DC as a part of In Peaks Bloom in Washington, D.C. Artechouse commissioned Yamashita’s multimedia talents based on her international reputation for creating interactive artwork that provide a unique sense of well-being to audiences. As one of the original members of VTProDesign, she has worked with many brands such as Google, Netflix, Meta, Nike and RayBan to create never-seen before immersive brand activation throughout the world. Her works combine storytelling with technologies such as projection mapping, LED, robotics to interactive audio-visuals. In recognition of her high standing and significant contributions, Yamashita was recently featured in a short film made for Apple MacBookPro launch keynote presented by Tim Cook as one of “the new generation of makers” recognized for trailblazing innovations.