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The "Birth of a Torii 鳥居の生まれ" series re-imagines the origin of a torii 鳥居, a traditional Japanese gate to a sacred space or shrine. In Rebecca’s work, torii’s 鳥居 are placed as a mark of reverence or divine protection.

Professional experience as an electronics technician has deeply influenced the visual metaphors in Rebecca J. White's paintings, shaped further by years living in Japan. Blending Japanese cultural symbols, architecture, and iconic landscapes, her work examines how traditions and technology influence human connection.

Rebecca J. White received formal MFA training at the Tokyo University of the Arts 東京藝術大学院 (2004–2005), as a graduate student of oil painting under Koji Kinutani. While living in Kyoto from 2000–2004 and Nagasaki from 2019–2022, she was introduced to the aesthetics and philosophies of Japanese artists, which continue to guide her compositions and subject matter. Experiences working in Gaeta, Italy (2005–2007) and Naples, Italy (2017–2019) also inform her palette and themes. Rebecca is currently living and working in the DVM area.