This October, KanZan Gallery, a newly opened art gallery in Kanda, Tokyo, is hosting an exhibition of photographer Hironobu Sato's work, "Collisions!!." Beginning his career as a photographer at age 19, Sato went independent in 2002 and has since worked in a wide range of fields, including advertising, magazines, CD jackets, TV, film, and theater, with his unique graffiti art. He is also a dynamic artist who collaborates with various artists while also actively pursuing his own creative endeavors. This first solo exhibition by Sato features approximately 28 new works, each reconstructed and remixed in various ways, shuffling the time, space, and encounters he has experienced over the past 20 years as a photographer. Based on the theme of "Japaneseness," the photographs, all featuring subjects such as models and children's feet, landscapes, and still life, were all shot specifically for this exhibition. Each photograph is overlaid with drawings and collages, creating a three-dimensional display that extends beyond the frame, offering a fresh approach to traditional photo exhibitions. Costume designer Araki Shiro designed the objects featured in some of the works, as well as the headpieces and decorative fabrics worn by the models. The exhibition also features works created in collaboration with graphic artist Kahori Maki. Original T-shirts painted by Araki Shiro will also be available for purchase at the venue. KanZan Gallery, organized by the Japan Photographic Art Association, focuses on emerging artists and hosts exhibitions across a variety of genres. The next exhibition, scheduled to begin on December 4th, will feature photography by Sogetsu flower arranger and photographer Joichi Teshigahara. Since the gallery's opening, all four exhibitions featuring photographers, including Hironobu Sato, have been curated by Daisaku Sakata.

【Event Information】
"Collisions!!"
Venue: Kanzan gallery
Address: KT Building 2F, 1-3-4 Higashikanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Dates: November 17th - November 29th
Time: 11:00 - 20:00
Closed: Mondays
Free admission