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Mariko Shindo "The Indefinite Silver Grains"
Kurenboh Chohouin Buddhist Temple Gallery
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Mariko Shindo
What makes a photograph become an artistic expression relies on the combination of optical chemical reactions and the human intention. But unfortunately, both of these elements fall into the category of ambiguity. If one must seek something definite, then one might as well not elucidate the meaning of photography. On the other hand, it would be wonderful if those ambiguous elements were able to originate something new through "the third eye"/ the viewer. If rephrased, photography can be seen as the harmony created between indefinite chemical reactions, human intention, and the third eye; hence, a photo does not belong to anyone. A photo is like a craftwork that was originated out of sheer necessity through a merging with accidental occurrences. Photographic artist Mariko Shindo says that her memories of where and what she took in her images are ambiguous. But then, one can also say that the "indefinite silver grains" of a photograph should be narrated in their entirety. Perhaps only the Buddha knows where photos ultimately lead to. /Kurenboh
Schedule | Apr 30 (Thu) 2009-Jun 26 (Fri) 2009 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Admission fee is a small donation. | ||||
| Venue | Kurenboh Chohouin Buddhist Temple Gallery http://www.kurenboh.com/en/top.html  | ||||
| Location | Chohouin Buddhist Temple, 4-17-14 Kuramae, Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0051 | ||||
| Access | 3 minute walk from exit A3 at Kuramae Station on the Toei Asakusa line, 5 minute walk from exit A5 at Kuramae Station on the Toei Oedo line. | ||||
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