ART | Flower Arranger TAKAYA's First Photography Exhibition 'MEN' Opens

ART | Floral Artistry: A Photography Exhibition of Men

Floral Artist TAKAYA Presents First Photography Exhibition 'MEN'

Floral artist TAKAYA, based in Kyoto since 2004 and known for creating original headdresses using fresh flowers, including work for 'YUMI KATSURA's' Grand Collections, will hold his first photography exhibition, 'MEN,' at Gallery le-bain in Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo.

Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)

Opening Performance on June 24th (Tue) at 7:30 PM

TAKAYA, a floral artist whose performances, such as 'Kaikka' where individuals adorned with flowers and garments bloom into blossoms, have garnered international attention, will exhibit photographs of men. This exhibition features his male-focused works, created alongside his female-oriented pieces, as well as new works produced for this occasion.

TAKAYA states, "This exhibition is born from my hands, so it has no concept or title. 'Some people say that his hands are automatic'"—There is no need to think. Just feel."

In addition to photographic works, the exhibition will also feature the sale of TAKAYA & Lis collaboration incense and the book 'Headresses for Japanese Weddings: Creating Bridal Hair Ornaments with Fresh Flowers.'

; Floral Artist TAKAYA Exhibition 'MEN'
Dates | June 24 (Tue) - June 29 (Sun)
Performance | June 24, 2014 (Tue) 19:30–
Hours | 11:00–19:00 (Until 16:00 on the final day)
Venue | Gallery le-bain
3-16-28 Nishi-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Tel. 03-3479-3842 (MITATE)
www.le-bain.com

Floral Artist TAKAYA
Began his career as a "floral artist" based in Kyoto in 2004. Gained attention for his original headdresses made from fresh flowers. He expands his activities by holding the performance "Kaikka," where individuals adorned with flowers and garments bloom into blossoms, both domestically and internationally.
In 2010, he created floral arrangements for the YUMI KATSURA GRAND COLLECTION and has continued to be involved in their collections. He has attracted attention from overseas media, including the UK's leading newspaper, The Daily Telegraph, and prominent Dutch magazines and newspapers. Alongside creating works in collaboration with companies and brands, his personal creations express the inspiration he receives from people and flowers, often involving improvisational floral artistry. He also maintains a strong following in the wedding industry. He has received numerous television offers and recently provided floral artistry for Tsuyoshi Domoto's album 'Shamanippon-Roy no Chi no I.'
http://takaya.boo.jp/hanayuishi/profilejp.html