ART│"YUMING FOREVER by LESLIE KEE" Exhibition to Be Held at Omotesando Hills
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December 15, 2014

ART│"YUMING FOREVER by LESLIE KEE" Exhibition to Be Held at Omotesando Hills


ART│Yuming's New Photos, Captured by Leslie Kee


YUMING FOREVER by LESLIE KEE at Omotesando Hills



Photographer Leslie Kee, known for his global work in fashion and advertising, presents "YUMING FOREVER by LESLIE KEE." This exhibition showcases photographs of Yumi Matsutoya, taken over 18 years, and will be held at Space O, B3F of Omotesando Hills from December 1, 2012, to January 6, 2013.

Text by YANAKA Tomomi




Approximately 200 Works Exhibited to Commemorate Yuming's 40th Anniversary



This photo exhibition was conceived to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Yumi Matsutoya, an artist who captivates audiences of all ages. Leslie Kee, a photographer from Singapore, was inspired to begin his career in Tokyo by Matsutoya, who has remained his sole source of motivation. The exhibition features precious works captured by Kee over 18 years.

The venue displays approximately 200 photographs, including rare archives from Kee's encounters with Yuming to the present, as well as newly shot images from various locations worldwide. Many of these are being shown for the first time. The photo book "YUMING FOREVER by LESLIE KEE" and the record art box "YUMING FANTASY," featuring the exhibited works, will also be available for purchase, making this an unmissable opportunity for fans of both Leslie Kee and Yuming.

Leslie Kee himself commented, "My move to Japan and my career as a photographer all began with meeting Yuming. I wanted to express my gratitude to Yuming in this milestone year of her 40th anniversary, which led me to conceive this exhibition and photo book." His profound admiration for Yuming is evident.


Photographs of Yumi Matsutoya taken by Leslie Kee over 18 years

Photographs of Yumi Matsutoya taken by Leslie Kee over 18 years




This exhibition offers a chance to enjoy Yuming's sessions with Kee, reflecting his sentiments. Visitors can also glimpse the unadorned, genuine side of Yuming, who has remained a frontrunner since her debut.

"YUMING FOREVER by LESLIE KEE"

Dates: December 1 (Sat) - January 6, 2013 (Sun)

Hours: 11:00 - 21:00

* Sundays and holidays until 20:00. First day until 15:00. Hours during the New Year period will follow Omotesando Hills' retail store hours.

Admission: Free

Venue: Space O, B3F, Omotesando Hills Main Building

4-12-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Tel. 03-3497-0310 (General Information)