The first joint exhibition by leading photographers and filmmakers
Three photographers—Hiroshi Suganuma, Yoichi Watanabe, and Jo Kobashi—who have consistently focused on photographing snow-covered mountains, have teamed up for the first time with Masaki Sekiguchi, a leading figure in snow-covered mountain video art in Japan, for this group exhibition. We hope to feel,
through their works, what thoughts and feelings they have as they take on this exhibition, as they continue to produce numerous works while remaining committed to the act of "skiing down snowy mountains and photographing it."
This exhibition will feature the works of the four artists, both on display and for sale, as well as talk shows and other events. It will be held for three days only, on October 22nd (Sat), October 23rd (Sun), and November 3rd (Thu), and requires advance reservations. Be sure to take part in this rare opportunity to experience firsthand the passion of leading photographers and filmmakers
This event is being held in Tokyo, but there are plans to hold it in Sapporo in the future. For more details, pleaseFacebook.
◇Exhibition details
Dates: Thursday, October 20, 2022 - Thursday, November 10, 2022, 11:00 - 19:00 (Closed on Mondays, until 16:30 on event days)
Venue: M16 Gallery, 1F Moriyoshi Building, 22-32 Fuyuki, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0041
TEL: 03-5621-9916
WEB:http://www.m16-gallery.com/
◇Events
Vol.1 Opening Talk
Date and Time: Saturday, October 22nd, 17:00-18:30
Speakers: Hiroshi Suganuma × Yoichi Watanabe × Masaki Sekiguchi × Jo Kobashi
Moderator: Yosuke Fujiki
Vol.2 The Act of Recording
Date and Time: October 23rd (Sun) 17:00-18:30
Speakers: Yoichi Watanabe × Masaki Sekiguchi
Moderator: Yosuke Fujiki
Vol.3 The Act of Expression
Date and Time: November 3rd (National Holiday, Thursday) 17:00-18:30
Performers: Hiroshi Suganuma x Jo Kobashi
Moderator: Yosuke Fujiki
Each session is by reservation only (35 people, seating on a first-come, first-served basis), and the participation fee is 1,000 yen (tax included). To make a reservation, please contact M16 Gallery (mail: yoshioka@zeus-gaia.com, tel: 03-5621-9916).
◇Profile
Photographer Hiroshi Suganuma
Born in Tokyo in 1957. Currently based in Shonan, he photographs snow and ocean sports. His work is characterized by capturing moments of beautiful harmony between people and nature, showcasing free and uninhibited riding. He is also a snowboarder and surfer himself. He is a
director of the Japan Sports Photography Association, a member of the International Sports Press Association, and the official photographer of the Japan Lifesaving Association.
http://hiroshisuganuma.jp/
Instagram:@suganumahiroshi
Photographer Yoichi Watanabe
Born in Saitama Prefecture in 1966. Currently resides in Niseko Hirafu, Hokkaido. Established Niseko Upasi Production in 1996. Leveraging his extensive skiing experience, he travels to snow-covered mountains around the world to create his artwork. Since 2015, he has also been active as the publisher of the snow culture magazine "Stuben Magazine."
http://www.yoichiwatanabe.jp/
Instagram:@yoichiwatanabe_niseko
Video artist Masaki Sekiguchi
Born in Tokyo in 1968. Founded and heads ebis films in 2001. Creates films both in Japan and internationally, focusing on skiing, snowboarding, sea kayaking, and climbing. Has received awards and selections at international mountain film festivals, including the Banff Mountain Film Festival.
http://www.ebisfilms.jp/
Instagram:@ebisfilms
Photographer Joe Kobashi
Born in Tokyo in 1974. The son of a photographer, he graduated from the Japan Institute of Photography and Arts. He was the last apprentice of photographer Akihito Mizutani. Since then, he has worked as a freelance photographer, focusing on skiing, but also photographing various sports including figure skating and outdoor sports.
He is a member of the Japan Sports Photographers Association and the International Sports Press Association.
http://joe-jk.com/
Instagram:@joe_kobashi
◇Announcement of publication of collection of works
Title: Four White Lights
Photographs: Hiroshi Suganuma, Yoichi Watanabe, Jo Kobashi
Video: Masaki Sekiguchi
Editing: Hideki Inoue Design: Masatsugu Kojima
Publisher: Four White Lights
Estimated Price: 3300 yen
■Information
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M16 Gallery:https://m16-gallery.com/