Takeshi Suga Captures Images That Heighten Reality
Meghan Young — May 25, 2012 — Fashion
References: sugarcrisp.viewbook & mymodernmet
The photography work of Takeshi Suga is stunningly ethereal. Each still is composed of two layers that add a surreal element to the overall image. From cloudy rainbow lighting to vibrantly blooming flowers and ghostly trees, the photos look as though they were plucked out of a dream instead of captured with a camera. Takeshi Suga reveals, "I was always interested in photography’s capacity to project a heightened perception of reality onto the imagery that evokes potent trains of thought within us."
Born and raised in Japan, Takeshi Suga is currently based in Kobe after a stint in Glasgow, United Kingdom. A talented photographer, Takeshi Suga's work has been exhibited in Glasgow, Barcelona, Tokyo, Kyoto and Nagoya as well as featured in Dazed and Swatch, The Fox Is Black and My Modern Metropolis.
Born and raised in Japan, Takeshi Suga is currently based in Kobe after a stint in Glasgow, United Kingdom. A talented photographer, Takeshi Suga's work has been exhibited in Glasgow, Barcelona, Tokyo, Kyoto and Nagoya as well as featured in Dazed and Swatch, The Fox Is Black and My Modern Metropolis.
Trend Themes
1. Ethereal Photography - There is a growing trend in photography towards capturing images that create a surreal and dreamlike atmosphere.
2. Double-layered Imagery - Photographers are experimenting with the technique of adding multiple layers to create a more visually complex and intriguing final image.
3. Heightened Perception of Reality - Photography is being used to project an augmented and intensified interpretation of reality, sparking deep thoughts and emotions.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art - The fine art industry can explore the use of double-layered photography to create unique and visually captivating artworks.
2. Fashion and Advertising - Fashion brands and advertisers can incorporate ethereal photography to create surreal and eye-catching campaigns that stand out from the crowd.
3. Art Galleries and Exhibitions - Art galleries and exhibition spaces can showcase the work of photographers like Takeshi Suga, who push the boundaries of reality and challenge traditional photography norms.
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