Ansei Uchima (1921–2000) was a pioneering figure in modern woodblock printmaking, blending Japanese sōsaku-hanga techniques with Western abstraction. His mastery of color, texture, and composition earned him international acclaim, with works housed in major institutions like MoMA and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. A two-time Guggenheim Fellow, he influenced generations as a professor at Sarah Lawrence College and Columbia University. Uchima’s innovative approach redefined traditional printmaking, bridging Eastern and Western aesthetics. His lasting impact on contemporary print art cements his legacy as a transformative artist who advanced the evolution of Japanese and American printmaking in the 20th century.