Chihiro Pierce is an award-winning watercolor artist who calls the lush rainforests and majestic mountains of Juneau, Alaska, her home. Her love for the region’s wildlife and landscapes inspires her art, creating a deep connection between her emotions and her paintings. She finds personal fulfillment in her work, aiming to bring comfort and peace to viewers worldwide.
Born and raised in Kobe, Japan, Chihiro began painting at an early age. She attended Musashino Art University, where she refined her skills in oil painting. After graduating, she worked as a professional perspective creator at an architectural firm before transitioning to watercolor, blending her passion for nature with botanical art.
Chihiro is also an international watercolor artist whose work spans florals, still life, wildlife, landscapes, and cityscapes. Her art has been featured in prestigious exhibitions, including the Transparent Watercolor Society of America (TWSA), the National Watercolor Society (NWS), and Fabriano in Acquarello. Her floral watercolors were showcased on the cover of France’s Pratique des Arts and highlighted in International Artist Magazine. Her rose paintings were also featured in a two-page interview in The Art of Watercolour, a prominent French publication renowned for its exclusive focus on watercolor art.
As a signature member of TWSA and a member of the Japan Watercolor Society since 2014, Chihiro also serves as a Brand Ambassador for DANIEL SMITH, sharing her expertise in workshops and online demos. Now residing in Juneau, Alaska, she continues to draw inspiration from nature, infusing her art with the magic of the natural world, and touching hearts across the globe through her paintings.
