Ballard artist Jonathan Wakuda Fischer has been selected by a jury of international art experts to participate in the 2012 Art Revolution Taipei (A.R.T.) Exhibition in Taipei, Taiwan.

Fischer’s work will be shown with 32 other artists chosen from a highly competitive lineup of more than 2,500 entries from 48 countries around the world.

Inspired by graffiti and traditional Japanese art, Fischer uses spraypaint and stencils to create work in the style of traditional “ukiyo-e” woodblock prints. And as a self-taught, biracial artist, Fischer’s global identity fuels this exploration of his heritage.

“It’s always good to know that your work is connecting with people,” said Fischer in a press release. “I’m honored to participate in such an international affair. Asia is a driving force in 21st century culture and that’s where I want to be.”

Art Revolution Taipei’s inaugural 2011 fair was a huge success, drawing over 25,000 visitors over five days last March. The final sales percentage was equally impressive as almost 90 percent of artists sold their work and the most expensive piece of art was sold for over $1.2 million.

Art Revolution Taipei 2012 will take place in the Taipei World Trade Center from March 22 through March 25th.

Fischer’s work has been shown at many exhibitions in Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago, and Portland as well as internationally in Melbourne, Australia. His work can currently be seen locally at Artxchange gallery in Pioneer Square.