'Focus' shines a light on creators, works, and trends. We highlight and introduce creators who post wonderful photos, along with their images. Discover common senses and find new inspiration for creation. This time, the theme is 'Expression of Image'.
Unknown Vision
With the advent of new media like SNS, the boundary between reality and image has blurred. Sometimes images become more real than reality. Expressing imaginary images as photos transforms fiction into non-fiction over time. This expands images into reality and creates a world from illusions. We delve into such contemporary photography.
This time, we highlight and introduce creators who express the images in their minds as photos, possessing a unique worldview.
Fragments of Poetic Memory Met in a Dream
Image by Shimakou
I strive to press the shutter with the wish for the person's happiness tomorrow.
INFORMATION
Started taking photos seriously after seeing a single rose bloom on the balcony the day after my beloved dog passed away three years ago, marking the beginning of my career as a photographer.
Exhibition History
"Tokyo Utopia" Auba Jaconelli (2023 Tokyo)
“layers of representation & Merge” Shinjuku Takashimaya 10F REAL Style (2022 Tokyo)
“reading tokyo” at short sentence anfu boutique (2022 Shanghai)
“Scab” at The Imperial Hotel Plaza 2F REAL Style AWAI (2022 Tokyo)
“oozes out” at SPIRAL INDEPENDENT CREATORS FESTIVAL (2022 Tokyo)
“SINGAPORE” at TAY COFFEE STAND (2020 Kochi)
cizucu：@kousukeshimasaki
Instagram：@kosukeshimasaki
HP：https://kousuke-shimasaki.myportfolio.com/work
Harmony of Sound and Photography, Images Beyond Visible Vision
Image by MIYASHITA NAOKI
I value how much emotion I can pour into the subject. When choosing equipment for shooting, I prioritize the good feeling when holding the camera and pressing the shutter over functionality.
INFORMATION
Since 2015, working as a photographer and cinematographer, engaging in branding and promotion through photo and video expression.
Known for branded documentaries that convey the worldview of products and brands without being bound by language.
Born in Kyoto in 1978
2018, 2020-2023 KG+ 2021 8th BOVA (Brain online video award) General Public Division Finalist 2022 -Nikon Presents- Vertical Movie Award 2022 Finalist
cizucu：MIYASHITA NAOKI
Instagram：@naoki_mi
X：@naoki_miyashita
Combining Analog and Digital, Creating Intentional Coincidences
Image by dede dos
When shooting digitally, I create color usage with white balance, and when shooting analog, I focus on unexpected outcomes (such as backlighting or multiple exposures) with experimental elements.
INFORMATION
While running a small two-room hotel 'somos' in Okinawa, I am also engaged in photography.
My hobby of surfing led me to want to take photos of surfers while riding waves, which led me to discover the Nikonos, an analog camera that can be used in the sea. Since then, I've been fascinated by the charm of film photography.
cizucu：dede dos
Instagram：@dede_dos
Spotify：Las Dos
somos：https://somos-okinawa.com/
How was it? The power of works that transform the imagination of creators into reality, allowing viewers to imagine messages beyond visible information. Borrowing Picasso's words, 'Art is a lie that makes us realize truth,' perhaps denying the truth of photography is the first step toward opening the door to a new vision.
