Masaru Kobayashi, whose name is quietly but surely making its mark on the art world, was born in 1946. As a young man, he studied photography at the Nihon University College of Art and worked as a freelance photographer, capturing the spirit of the times on film. However, his inner impulses were not confined to the confines of photography, and in 1987, a spiritual experience in medical photography, where life and death intersect, stirred his soul. He picked up a paintbrush and embarked on a new path of expression: painting. In 1995, his talent was recognized with the Jury Prize at the Eagle de Nice exhibition, and in 1997, he had a solo exhibition at the Ayumi Gallery in Tokyo and won a prize at a visual arts exhibition in Barcelona. In 2000, his solo exhibition at Basta Pasta in New York proved that his work transcends national boundaries and captures people's hearts. Gallery held two-person exhibitions at Isetan Kyoto and Isetan Niigata, where his work met a new audience. In 2024, a two-person exhibition with Leslie Thayer will be held at Isetan Isshuyu Gallery in Kyoto. Masaru Kobayashi. From photographer to painter. His life has been a series of changes and challenges. His experience in the specialized field of medical photography has given his art depth and uniqueness. His work quietly speaks to the soul of the viewer and moves him deeply. The colors and shapes created by his brush reflect his inner universe and captivate the viewer. Masaru Kobayashi. His name will continue to shine quietly but surely in the art world.