ART|"OMOTE 3D SHASHIN KAN," where memories are preserved as figures, opens in Harajuku
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December 12, 2014

ART|"OMOTE 3D SHASHIN KAN," where memories are preserved as figures, opens in Harajuku


ART | Preserving Memories as Figures


OMOTE 3D SHASHIN KAN Opens in Harajuku



The portrait studio "OMOTE 3D SHASHIN KAN," which preserves human likenesses as 3D figures, created by the creative lab "PARTY," is being held at EYE OF GYRE in Harajuku until January 14, 2013 (Monday, holiday).

Text by YANAKA Tomomi




Exhibition of the Figure Creation Process and Diverse "Portraits"



PARTY is a creative lab based in Tokyo and New York, composed of five members: Naoki Ito, Moriyoshi Harano, Kanta Shimizu, Hiroki Nakamura, and Shinji Kawamura. Driven by the philosophy that "new creation is born from new processes," they have researched and experimented with unique creative processes unlike any other.

The "OMOTE 3D SHASHIN KAN" that has now appeared utilizes technologies such as 3D scanners and 3D printers, differing from traditional two-dimensional photography. It is an initiative to preserve life's milestones, such as Shichi-Go-San, Coming of Age ceremonies, and weddings, in the form of "figures."

The shooting method involves having the subject hold the same pose for about 15 minutes while their body is scanned. This results in a 10-20 cm figure that faithfully reproduces even the texture of clothing.



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During the exhibition period, 3D photography sessions are available. The exhibition area also showcases the process of figure creation. Furthermore, visitors can enjoy the displays, including figures of various people, including celebrities, without needing to have their own photos taken.

3D photography may become a basic form of next-generation family portraits. Why not take this opportunity to have a figure created with your family or loved ones?

OMOTE 3D SHASHIN KAN

Dates: November 24 (Saturday) - January 14 (Monday, holiday)

Venue: EYE OF GYRE

5-10-1 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo GYRE 3F

Tel. 03-5428-3448

Price: S Size (up to 10cm figure) ¥21,000 for 1 person, ¥42,000 for 2 people, +¥16,000 per additional person

M Size (up to 15cm figure) ¥32,000 for 1 person, ¥64,000 for 2 people, +¥21,000 per additional person

L Size (up to 20cm figure) ¥42,000 for 1 person, ¥84,000 for 2 people, +¥32,000 per additional person