Margot Tohkou Olejniczak

Malgorzata Tohkou (東虹) Olejniczak
Sumi-e Artist | Lecturer | Cultural Bridge Between East and West
I am a Polish-Swiss artist and lecturer specializing in Japanese ink painting, known as sumi-e. My artistic journey has taken me across Europe, the United States, and Japan, where I regularly participate in both solo and group exhibitions.
Awards and Recognition
Over the years, I’ve been honored with numerous awards, including:
– A Special Award at Le Salon Blanc at the Tōkyō Metropolitan Art Museum (2016)
– Multiple recognitions at The Tōkyō National Art Center during international exhibitions of Japanese painting
– A Special Award from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (2021)
In 2022, I received my artistic name — Tohkou (東虹), meaning “Eastern Rainbow” — from Master Tohun Kobayashi, one of Japan’s most celebrated painters of the 21st century. This name is officially registered in the Japanese artists’ registry, marking a deeply meaningful moment in my career.
Since 2017, I’ve been a proud member of NOHO M55 Gallery in New York City.
Teaching and Cultural Engagement
I teach traditional sumi-e techniques at renowned institutions such as:
– Benediktushof Seminar- und Tagungszentrum in Germany
– EKŌ-Haus der Japanischen Kultur in...

Atelier of Master Tohun Kobayashi, Tokyo, Japan

For details about my current and upcoming exhibitions, please visit my website