Matsuzakaya Nagoya will be holding a photo exhibition to commemorate the release (May 2020) of photographer Nagi Yoshida's new collection, "DRAG QUEEN -No Light, No Queen-."
Dates: Saturday, October 31, 2020 - Sunday, November 15, 2020 Venue: Matsuzakaya Hall, South Building 8F, Matsuzakaya Nagoya Store
Nagi Yoshida has photographed ethnic minorities and indigenous peoples around the world, capturing their unique sensibilities, colors, and lifestyles in a way that has resonated with many and been featured in the media. It was "drag queens" that inspired Nagi Yoshida's aesthetic sense. Their existence, which uses female sexuality as a motif and sublimates it into self-expression, transcends the boundaries of culture and is becoming so influential that it shows the world how the next generation should live. This photo exhibition shines a spotlight on these fascinating women, allowing you to see Yoshida Nagi's next celebration of humanity. During the exhibition, a limited-time NAGI Shop will be open to sell original goods, and Yoshida Nagi will also be holding a talk show and autograph session. *There are various theories about the term DRAG QUEEN, including that it is an abbreviation of "drag," which means dragging a costume, or "dress as a girl."
Example of work
Limited-time NAGI Shop
The limited-time NAGI Shop will be open during the event. Original goods can be purchased here.
*An admission ticket is required to use the goods corner.
New Works Collection: 8,800 yen (tax included)
Capsule Toy Badge: 300 yen (tax included)
Block Memo: 770 yen (tax included)
/>
EVENT
November 7th (Sat) and 8th (Sun) Talk show from 1pm each day / Autograph session from 2pm each day
In addition to behind-the-scenes stories from the photographer's perspective on photographing drag queens around the world, Yoshida will also talk about her future prospects. During the event, the first 120 people (60 per session) to purchase Yoshida Nagi's collection of works, "DRAG QUEEN -No Light, No Queen-" (¥8,800 including tax) or a work will receive a talk show and autograph session participation ticket at the Matsuzakaya Hall Goods Corner on the 8th floor of the South Building of Matsuzakaya Nagoya.
*Participation tickets will be distributed from the first day of the event, and you can choose your preferred session on a first-come, first-served basis.
(Offer ends while supplies last.)
Yoshida Nagi Profile
Born in 1986. Photographer. Self-taught in photography, Yoshida traveled alone to Africa in 2009. Since then, he has photographed and exhibited ethnic minorities around the world, including in Africa. His unique sense of color and intuitive way of life were recognized, and he was selected as one of the "100 People Who Will Shape the Next Generation" by Nikkei Business magazine in 2017. That same year, he also won the Kodansha Publishing Culture Award Photography Prize.
[Comment from Yoshida Nagi]
"The more different people are from me, the more interesting and cool they are." This has been my belief since childhood. It was this feeling that has always lingered in my heart, which is why I have traveled to meet and photograph ethnic groups all over the world. The drag queens I chose as my subjects for this project are also completely different from me, which is what sparked my interest in them. The way these women stood when I actually encountered them in New York and Paris was filled with an overwhelming presence, indescribable beauty, and intense individuality and drama. It was similar in a way to what I felt when I saw indigenous peoples and ethnic minorities; it was a power that can only be possessed by people who have accepted and shouldered their own history and pride. I hope that you will be able to experience this through this exhibition.
Event Overview
Title: NAGI YOSHIDA DRAG QUEEN -No Light, No Queen-
Period: Saturday, October 31st – Sunday, November 15th, 2020
Venue: Matsuzakaya Hall, 8th floor, South Building, Matsuzakaya Nagoya Store
Admission times: 10am – 7pm (closes at 7:30pm) * Final day until 5:30pm (closes at 6pm)
Admission fee (tax included): 800 yen for adults, 600 yen for high school and university students, free for junior high school students and younger
Organizer: Matsuzakaya Nagoya Store
Planning and production: No Light, No Queen Production Executive Committee
Interview cooperation: Mio Nakai
(C)nagi yoshida
Click here for company press release details
Dates: Saturday, October 31, 2020 - Sunday, November 15, 2020 Venue: Matsuzakaya Hall, South Building 8F, Matsuzakaya Nagoya Store
Nagi Yoshida has photographed ethnic minorities and indigenous peoples around the world, capturing their unique sensibilities, colors, and lifestyles in a way that has resonated with many and been featured in the media. It was "drag queens" that inspired Nagi Yoshida's aesthetic sense. Their existence, which uses female sexuality as a motif and sublimates it into self-expression, transcends the boundaries of culture and is becoming so influential that it shows the world how the next generation should live. This photo exhibition shines a spotlight on these fascinating women, allowing you to see Yoshida Nagi's next celebration of humanity. During the exhibition, a limited-time NAGI Shop will be open to sell original goods, and Yoshida Nagi will also be holding a talk show and autograph session. *There are various theories about the term DRAG QUEEN, including that it is an abbreviation of "drag," which means dragging a costume, or "dress as a girl."
Example of work
Limited-time NAGI Shop
The limited-time NAGI Shop will be open during the event. Original goods can be purchased here.
*An admission ticket is required to use the goods corner.
New Works Collection: 8,800 yen (tax included)
Capsule Toy Badge: 300 yen (tax included)
Block Memo: 770 yen (tax included)
/>
EVENT
November 7th (Sat) and 8th (Sun) Talk show from 1pm each day / Autograph session from 2pm each day
In addition to behind-the-scenes stories from the photographer's perspective on photographing drag queens around the world, Yoshida will also talk about her future prospects. During the event, the first 120 people (60 per session) to purchase Yoshida Nagi's collection of works, "DRAG QUEEN -No Light, No Queen-" (¥8,800 including tax) or a work will receive a talk show and autograph session participation ticket at the Matsuzakaya Hall Goods Corner on the 8th floor of the South Building of Matsuzakaya Nagoya.
*Participation tickets will be distributed from the first day of the event, and you can choose your preferred session on a first-come, first-served basis.
(Offer ends while supplies last.)
Yoshida Nagi Profile
Born in 1986. Photographer. Self-taught in photography, Yoshida traveled alone to Africa in 2009. Since then, he has photographed and exhibited ethnic minorities around the world, including in Africa. His unique sense of color and intuitive way of life were recognized, and he was selected as one of the "100 People Who Will Shape the Next Generation" by Nikkei Business magazine in 2017. That same year, he also won the Kodansha Publishing Culture Award Photography Prize.
[Comment from Yoshida Nagi]
"The more different people are from me, the more interesting and cool they are." This has been my belief since childhood. It was this feeling that has always lingered in my heart, which is why I have traveled to meet and photograph ethnic groups all over the world. The drag queens I chose as my subjects for this project are also completely different from me, which is what sparked my interest in them. The way these women stood when I actually encountered them in New York and Paris was filled with an overwhelming presence, indescribable beauty, and intense individuality and drama. It was similar in a way to what I felt when I saw indigenous peoples and ethnic minorities; it was a power that can only be possessed by people who have accepted and shouldered their own history and pride. I hope that you will be able to experience this through this exhibition.
Event Overview
Title: NAGI YOSHIDA DRAG QUEEN -No Light, No Queen-
Period: Saturday, October 31st – Sunday, November 15th, 2020
Venue: Matsuzakaya Hall, 8th floor, South Building, Matsuzakaya Nagoya Store
Admission times: 10am – 7pm (closes at 7:30pm) * Final day until 5:30pm (closes at 6pm)
Admission fee (tax included): 800 yen for adults, 600 yen for high school and university students, free for junior high school students and younger
Organizer: Matsuzakaya Nagoya Store
Planning and production: No Light, No Queen Production Executive Committee
Interview cooperation: Mio Nakai
(C)nagi yoshida
Click here for company press release details
The press releases included in this article have been provided by PR TIMES Inc. and are published verbatim. FASHION HEADLINE does not endorse the products or services featured, nor does it guarantee the content of the press releases. For inquiries regarding the content of this article, please contact PR TIMES Inc. (https://prtimes.jp/) directly.
