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Lighthouse has always been my inspiration of life. In 1959 my family took two week long journey on a half cargo & passenger ship to cross the biggest ocean from Japan to United States. I was 9 years of age at that time & rememberd we hit a large hurricane storm which the swells were higher then our ship. Wind was blowing with so much power & I was so terrified. First thing that came to my mind was we are going to be blown to pieces & sink to the bottom of the sea.
I closed the entrance door & ran inside to my room with so much fear while the ship was rocking back & forth like a yoyo. Even with this fear, I knew that we will make it to America safely. I painted this lighthouse representing the protection and guidance of my family. Able to come to the greatest country
in the world, United States of America. The land of opportunity to become
an true full time artist. Thank you America, John Yato.

"Water is essential for life and art". This quote takes on a dramatic reality as espoused by John Yato, Watercolorist & Acrylic painter. For John, the perception of the flow of life is best expressed through his art work. he has developed a sensitive and unique technique in the use of watercolor. His endeavor to remain open and sensitive to the many aspects of life can be seen in the delicacy and fluency of his work. John feels a painting happens as life happens-natural flowing. When John Yato migrated from Japan to the United States at the age of nine he had already developed a compelling interest in art. Over the years his talent has matured as a result of his hard work and dedication. he now enjoys a international reputation and has...