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The Art of Collaboration: Latest Work

Nobuyoshi Araki Tapped for Spring/Summer Campaign Photos

Bottega Veneta has announced that it will feature Nobuyoshi Araki, one of Japan's most celebrated photographers, in its ongoing series of collaborations with artists each season. The brand has previously produced advertising works with many renowned artists, including Annie Leibovitz and Philippe Halsman. Here, we introduce their latest creation.

Text by IKEGAMI Hiroko (OPENERS)

Bottega Veneta and Nobuyoshi Araki: A Collaboration

Two figures intertwine hands on a faded street corner, lean into each other, and gaze into the lens. The Spring/Summer 2015 collection, inspired by dance, features soft pastel tones mixed with dark navy and blue. Fresh and dynamic styles are accented by elegant T-strap sandals and Intrecciato bags. Creative Director Tomas Maier had this to say about the campaign photos, captured through Mr. Araki's unique worldview:

"Beyond mere provocation, Araki's work possesses a powerful sincerity and a poignant human emotion that makes it unforgettable. He has his own visual language, so I was very curious to see how this season's collection would be interpreted. I am extremely pleased with the results of this collaboration."

The Spring/Summer campaign photos by Nobuyoshi Araki are scheduled for release in fashion magazines starting February. Concurrently, a documentary video chronicling the photoshoot will also be unveiled in the Art of Collaboration video series on the official website.

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