Even though Kenichi Hoshine’s artworks (an alum of the Juxtapoz Clubhouse and now readying to show with Nino Mier) evoke a sense of the uncanny, blending barely recognizable figures or body parts with abstract shapes in direct, attention-demanding arrangements, they also immediately wash over the viewer with a feeling of nostalgic calm. This effect is due in no small part to his color palette: a blend of vintage-toned yellows, reds, and blues. These warm, muted hues offer the viewer a visual anchor and invite them to immerse themselves in his enigmatic works. Much like the use of color in traditional ukiyo-e woodblock prints, Hoshine’s palette guides the viewer’s eye across the composition, creating depth, contrast, and atmosphere.