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I am

A Digital Watercolor illustrator,

creating art to restore the audience’s inner voice and self-esteem. ​

Mugi Kinoshita

I believe my artistic talent is a gift from God—meant not for personal praise, but to restore what’s been lost in the hearts of others. My art is shaped by the contrast of a painful past and the quiet warmth of my grandfather’s watercolor teachings. Through soft color, whimsical scenes, and messages of divine love, I turn sorrow into beauty and emotion into grace.

From Darkness to Light

Every emotion holds truth. Mugi transforms pain into beauty through delicate watercolors that radiate warmth, healing, and quiet strength.

Having walked through darkness herself, she now paints hope—inviting others to pause, breathe, and rediscover their true identity with peace and purpose.

Her art is more than expression; it’s a journey of renewal.

Power
of
MUGI Art

3R

3 steps to mental recovery

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1

Realization

In the moment the audience encounters the art, there is a sudden spark of awareness.
Emotions that have been long suppressed begin to surface, and the message they’ve been yearning to hear finally resonates within.

2

Reminder

By engaging in the artwork daily, its message gradually sinks deeper into the audience’s heart. Heart-stirring art conveys emotions that words alone cannot, gently speaking to the inner self of the audience.

3

Restoration

Over time, these messages transform into beliefs that guide the audience forward.
Step by step, self-trust grows, and the heart begins to heal from within.

 

Awards

My creativity led to an original world vision and design skills, as well as my inquisitive mind and strong will that I strive to achieve the goal till the end.

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Windrider Institute

2022

Best Undergraduate Student Film, Screening at Sundance Film Festival

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Sonscreen Film Festival

2021

Best in Festival

Audience Choice

Best Animated Short

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Southern Adventist Uni.

2019- 2022

Award for Excellent in Concept Design

Recognition of Spiritual Leadership

Award for Excellence in Art Direction

Top Achiever Award

Consistently Excellent In Foundations Courses

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Lions Clubs International

2007

Peace Poster Contest

Zone Chairperson Award

Experience 

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2025: Upcoming 4 Children's Book

University | Writer | Publishing house | More

Exciting, Life-changing, Mugi illustrated children's books are coming up soon!

Progress is on Instagram - CHECK OUT

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2025: The Story Wall: A Picture Book Journey Along the Way to School

Sakai Industrial Co., Ltd.

A project that turns construction site fences along school routes into a daily picture book, bringing joy and stories to children on their way to school.

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2025: Hospital Poster - Delightful -

Dr. Masahiko Fujii | Yamagata Kosei Hospital & Sendai Tomizawa Hospital
Client Voice: There is no better form of treatment than this—Mugi’s art reaches the soul, and its calming, joyful presence supports true healing from within.

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2024: 1-min Vertical Children's Picture Book

そらっくChild Development Support Center
Client Voice: Children from 3 years old listened carefully and showed great interest in marine conservation.

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2024: 1-min Vertical Children's Picture Book (Family Balance Supporter)

ainaloha Inc.

Client Voice: It's really great!” said a delighted customer.

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2024: Kamishibai (Paper theater) for Marine Conservation

MIHANADA
Client Voice: Children from 3 years old listened carefully and showed great interest in marine conservation.

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2024: Postcard, Bookmarks, Book Cover Illustration

Hareyama Books
Client Voice: “The result is something more than I could have imagined," said a thrilled customer. Those who picked up the book praised it, saying that they were "healed" and "drawn into a world of dream.”

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2024: CD Jacket Illustration & Design

Bless of Music

Client Voice: "The illustration is absolutely amazing, and the message is perfectly presented, which I absolutely love. It's way better than I could have ever imagined!" He was very pleased with the final product.

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2024: Illustration for Gift Children's book Letter

Co., Ltd. Inplace 
Client Voice: The client loved the painting, saying "They are all very adorable!"

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2024: MRI Wrapping Illustration & Design

Minoh City Hospital
Client Voice: Pleased with gentle watercolor illustration that can soothes the heart of patients, both children and adults.

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2023: Children's book Illustration 

Restore a Child
Client Voice: The representative, Norma, teared up when she saw the artwork. She was so moved that she said, "I can't wait to distribute them to children around the world."

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2023 - 2025: Illustration for Monthly Magazine

Adventist World Magazine
Client Voice:  Satisfaction with punctuality, ability to be flexible, high quality of pictures, etc.

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2023: Children's book Illustration

Lucy Goes To A Tea Party (Christine Chen) 
Client Voice:  When seeing the concept art, they said, "It looks like Disney's concept art." Clients were pleased with the finished product, which was better than they had imagined.

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2023: Guest Speakers & Workshops

Hiroshima Saniku Gakuin high school (12-18y students & teachers)
Client Voice: “It was like as if I was watching a moving Children’s book” Said audience. Many students were in tears, received peace in their hearts, saw hope for the future, and were encouraged.

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2022: 2D Animated Music Video 

Southern Adventist University 
2D Animated Music Video: background art, character design, concept, animation, video editing, special effects, etc.
Client Voice: Heartwarming, tearful (USA, Brazil, Japan)  etc., 90,000 views on YouTube in 9 days.

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2022: Christmas Banner Illustrations (Building size)

Southern Adventist University 
Created 9 giant Christmas banner illustrations to cover 3 buildings surrounding the main Southern University building, published annually for 5-10 years.
Client Voice:  Favorable feedback of great satisfaction from teaches, students, family, and all the viewers passing throught the main building

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2022 Encouragement art for Ukraine

Voice: The paintings became a daily encouragement to a Ukrainian mother to live during the war, and emotional supports for  Ukrainian family who came to Japan as refugees. Also it delivered hope to Americans.

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2020: Knock Knock

Southern Adventist University 
3D animated short film: producer, art director, animation, video editing, special effects, etc.
Client Voice:  Many people moved to tears all over the world empathizing with the film, and it won 4 film festival awards.

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