Two Photographers Approach Esteemed Contemporary Artisans Known to Those in the Know

The title "torch" signifies a light illuminating the future of craftsmanship. Acrylic, metal, glass, and minerals──While each artist works with diverse materials, their creations, defying conventional imagination, are imbued with strong individuality, conviction, and sensibility, hinting at the stoic dedication they bring to their craft.


Takaaki Koshiba closely followed the artists in their studios, capturing the warmth of their expressions and movements in the act of creation. Meanwhile, Kenta Suzuki focused on the hands and tools imbued with the artisans' spirit, portraying them in a low-key tone and a unique visual style.




Photographers

Takaaki KOSHIBA

Born in Yokohama in 1983. Began photography in 2006. His work centers on documentary photography, primarily of people, exploring themes such as encounters, family, weddings, and sake brewing. In August, he photographed Jukka Eskola (Jazz Trumpet) and Jouko Harjanne (Classic Trumpet) in Finland. He also organizes "Photalk," an event collaborating photography with wine and jogging.

http://koshibaz.com/



Kenta SUZUKI

Born in Fukushima Prefecture in 1980. After graduating from Tokyo Visual Arts in 2000 and completing two years of studio work, he began his freelance career in 2002. He is active in various genres, including still life and portrait photography for advertisements, magazines, catalogs, and music-related projects. His signature style is characterized by a unique low-key tone that favors shadow and conveys a sense of tranquility.

http://kentasuzuki.com/

Events During the Exhibition

Special Night Event on Friday, September 30



Documentary Photosession "torch"

Exhibition Period: Until Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Venue: Conceptual Boutique & Gallery Geodesique

2-16-7 Aobadai, Meguro-ku, Tokyo

Tel. 03-6415-7488

Opening Hours: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Closed: Thursdays (Open on public holidays)

(Bonyaribar, open only on Fridays: 8:31 PM - 2:02 AM)

www.geodesique.co.jp

Four Artists Featured in the Exhibition

Hideto HYODO

Acrylic artist. Contemporary craftsperson. Works as a craftsman, designer, and artist. Primarily uses acrylic materials for projects ranging from products to art pieces. Founding member of the NPO Gendai Shugyo no Tou, and a special lecturer for material practical training at the Department of Environment and Design, Tama Art University.

http://www.delivery-works.com



Masayuki KANDA

Glass artist. Graduate of Tama Art University. Studied and created works as a recipient of a Danish government scholarship at the Danish Design School and the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts (Studio for Spatial Arts). Established Kanda Glass Studio in 1996.

http://www.masayuki-kanda.com/



Manabu HOSHINO

Jewelry designer. Born in Shizuoka Prefecture in 1969. After graduating from Hiko Mizuno College of Jewelry, he joined Geodesique. Became a designer in 2011 and presented the "Mill Plateau Collection," featuring his unique scratch technique.

http://www.geodesique.co.jp/



Takumi BANDO

Leather artist. Born in Tokyo in 1977. After traveling across the United States, he appeared in numerous stage plays and films as a performer and actor in New York and Los Angeles. He relocated to Japan in 2007. In 2011, he resumed leather crafting. His style involves confronting the material and creating pieces in one go without preliminary sketches. He debuted in March of this year.

http://www.takumibando.com/