Hisaji Hara
dal 23/2/2012 al 30/3/2012
Segnalato da
23/2/2012
Hisaji Hara
Michael Hoppen, London
Hara creates his images through multiple exposures, all done in-camera without computer manipulation, which coupled with the use of smoke machines and cinematic lighting lends them a wistful, timeless quality akin to the paintings he has referenced.
This exhibition will mark the first European solo show of Hisaji Hara, one of Japan’s brightest new photo stars. Both strange and familiar, Hisaji Hara’s photographs are meticulous recreations of paintings by the highly-revered Polish-French artist, Balthus (1908-2001).
Hara creates his images through multiple exposures, all done in-camera without computer manipulation, which coupled with the use of smoke machines and cinematic lighting lends them a wistful, timeless quality akin to the paintings he has referenced. Characterised by a tableau vivant approach and romanticised pictoralism, Hara’s studies of adolescent girls and boys, can be considered as a poignant longing for youth and innocence.
Image: A Study of “Because Cathy taught him what she learnt”, 2010 © Hisaji Hara, Digital Archival Print, 97x133cm
Opening 24 february
Michael Hoppen Gallery
3 Jubilee Place, SW3 3TD London
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm & Sat 10.30 am - 5 pm
Admission free