Photographer Herbie Yamaguchi Appointed as New Principal, Shares Message | Japan Institute of Photography and Film
Cover image © Herbie Yamaguchi
The Kure Gakuen Educational Foundation has announced the appointment of renowned photographer Herbie Yamaguchi as the new principal of the Japan Institute of Photography and Film. The appointment date is April 1, 2024.
Herbie Yamaguchi has contributed to the growth of students for over 20 years through special lectures at the school. Recognizing the importance of talent, experience, and passion for education in nurturing the next generation of creators, he has taken on the role of principal. Additionally, photographer Masami Kuramochi has been appointed as vice-principal.
Born in 1950 in Tokyo, Herbie Yamaguchi is one of Japan's leading photographers, known for his monochrome snap portraits, beloved by many fans.
Message from Herbie Yamaguchi on His Appointment as Principal
The following is a message from Herbie Yamaguchi on his appointment as principal.
I am honored to be appointed as principal. While this is a school for learning photography, I believe it is equally important to learn about humanity. If you possess essential human qualities, you will succeed in any field in the future.
Learning, maintaining curiosity, being humble, being polite, being helpful to others, and living a life where you can fully express your individuality... While exploring photography is important, I aim to create a school where you can also learn about life.
Works of Herbie Yamaguchi
Image by © Herbie Yamaguchi
Image by © Herbie Yamaguchi
Image by © Herbie Yamaguchi
To commemorate his appointment as principal, a photo exhibition titled '50 Years of Praying for Modest Hope - With the Camera' is scheduled to be held at . The exhibition will open on June 25, 2024, showcasing works from his early photo book '1970, Reverie of a Twenty-Year-Old' to his latest creations.
About Japan Institute of Photography and Film
The Japan Institute of Photography and Film is a Tokyo Metropolitan Government-approved photography school located in Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya, Tokyo.
It features a practical curriculum that keeps pace with the times and is closely connected to society. The faculty consists of professionals active at the top of the industry, cultivating photographers with a wide range of specialized skills in advertising, journalism, landscape, and more.
