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Muga Miyahara "Tokonoma" & "Nulla nasce dal nulla"
Emon Photo Gallery
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Muga Miyahara
In March of this year, the Galleria Carla Sozzani (10 Corso Como) in Milan received rave reviews for their exhibition of the latest collection from photographer Muga Miyahara, "Tokonoma", and in response to calls to bring Miyahara's collection to Japan, the Emon Gallery in Hiroo will open an exhibition of these works. Included will be Miyahara's previously unreleased new work, "Nulla nasce dal nulla", an exciting piece in no way inferior to "Tokonoma".
The "Tokonoma" collection features photographs of art works created by Miyahara himself placed in the tokonoma, or ornamental alcove of traditional Japanese houses, in place of Japan’s classical scroll pictures and ikebana flower arrangements usually found there. These art works are the physical expression of Miyahara's childhood memories as well as his messages toward society. They are filled with humor, being comprised of wigs, toys and even chocolate. The moment they are placed in the microcosm of the tokonoma, they bring a minute vibration to every corner of the space, trying to take an even more symbolic position within this tension-filled space. The names of the works seem to invite the viewer into trying to figure out their riddles. With a playful sense of shrinking the distance between the viewer and work, Miyahara, who has told of being influenced by the painter René Magritte, applies Magritte's concept of "visible thinking" captivatingly.
Miyahara's unique idea of combining the polar opposites of junk art and Japan's traditional culture draws a clear line from surrealistic abstraction and within the frame his message resonates through his beautiful imagery.
The second phase of this exhibition features the series work "Nulla nasce dal nulla". This title is an Italian proverb, "Nothing comes out of nothingness". This 16-piece series tells a story though photographs. The main character of this tale, a young woman, lives her life with her heart burdened by unspeakable fears. The story ends surprisingly, with an ending that plays the viewers' heartstrings. Miyahara adds these words to this collection:
Throw away your mask. When you do, your individuality begins to shine. This exhibition offers an experience unlike any other. This is a wonderful opportunity to come into contact with the works of the artist Muga Miyahara.
The "Tokonoma" collection features photographs of art works created by Miyahara himself placed in the tokonoma, or ornamental alcove of traditional Japanese houses, in place of Japan’s classical scroll pictures and ikebana flower arrangements usually found there. These art works are the physical expression of Miyahara's childhood memories as well as his messages toward society. They are filled with humor, being comprised of wigs, toys and even chocolate. The moment they are placed in the microcosm of the tokonoma, they bring a minute vibration to every corner of the space, trying to take an even more symbolic position within this tension-filled space. The names of the works seem to invite the viewer into trying to figure out their riddles. With a playful sense of shrinking the distance between the viewer and work, Miyahara, who has told of being influenced by the painter René Magritte, applies Magritte's concept of "visible thinking" captivatingly.
Miyahara's unique idea of combining the polar opposites of junk art and Japan's traditional culture draws a clear line from surrealistic abstraction and within the frame his message resonates through his beautiful imagery.
The second phase of this exhibition features the series work "Nulla nasce dal nulla". This title is an Italian proverb, "Nothing comes out of nothingness". This 16-piece series tells a story though photographs. The main character of this tale, a young woman, lives her life with her heart burdened by unspeakable fears. The story ends surprisingly, with an ending that plays the viewers' heartstrings. Miyahara adds these words to this collection:
Throw away your mask. When you do, your individuality begins to shine. This exhibition offers an experience unlike any other. This is a wonderful opportunity to come into contact with the works of the artist Muga Miyahara.
Schedule | Jun 17 (Tue) 2008-Jul 12 (Sat) 2008 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Free | ||||
| Venue | Emon Photo Gallery http://www.emoninc.com/  | ||||
| Location | B1F Togo Bldg., 5-11-12 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047 | ||||
| Access | 3 minute walk from exit 3 at Hiroo Station on the Hibiya line. | ||||
| Phone | 03-5793-5437 | ||||
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