Calligraphy Art

Pia Moberg first became interested in Japanese calligraphy when she began studying Japanese in the late 1980s at the University of Gothenburg. She was fascinated by the irreversible nature of the art form – the fact that it can never be erased – and by the contrast between the black ink and the white rice paper.

Since 1997, she has been a direct pupil of Professor and calligraphy master Taisho Akahira, who lives in Tokyo and works at Taisho University. Today, Pia holds the rank of nidan (second-degree black belt). In addition to traditional calligraphy, she has also designed numerous book covers where the ink techniques of calligraphy create harmonious illustrations for various themes. The minimalist calligraphic style is particularly well-suited to public spaces; when styling homes for sale; and for interior design enthusiasts seeking something new of high quality for their walls.

Pia has held five solo exhibitions between 2021 and 2026.

The exhibitions showcase a broad repertoire: from traditional calligraphic works to more innovative collaborations with various artists working with wood, metal, textiles, ink drawings and watercolour.

Exhibitions

4-12 September 2021, Fabrica Nipponica: ”Tecken i tid och rum” (Signs in Time and Space)

29 april- 7 maj 2023, Galleri Floras Rike, Göteborgs botaniska trädgård: ”Tecken efter regn och skugga” (Signs After Rain and Shadow)

28 april-5 maj 2024, Galleri Floras Rike, Göteborgs botaniska trädgård: ”Gräs, insekter och väsen” (Grass, Insects and Spirits)

27 april-18 maj 2025, Galleri Floras Rike, Göteborgs botaniska trädgård: ”De fem elementen” (The Five Elements)

19 april-17 maj 2026, Galleri Floras Rike, Göteborgs botaniska trädgård: ”Mellanrum” (The Inbetween)

The printed works – both limited and open editions – are of the very highest standard in terms of printing technique and paper quality. Pia sells both framed and unframed artworks.

Please contact Pia if you are interested in commissioning or purchasing calligraphic works. Do you have any ideas of your own? Get in touch!

Pia also runs calligraphy workshops.