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April 2016
Ichida Sota’s Kansai with Claude Estebe
“Join Claude Estebe in an in an intimate discussion looking at Ichida Sôta’s beautiful albums featuring Kansai. Ishida Sôta 市田左右太 (1843 – 1896), who founded the largest studio of Kobe in Meiji era is probably the least known of the great photographers of this period.
May 2016
Eriko Koga’s Temple, the Myomanji Tour
Join a tour, where Koga’s series ”Tryadhvan” is based. Established in 1389, widely known for its “”snow garden”” and “the Bell of Anchin & Kiyohime”. The monk of the temple will also give a lecture.(Booking Required).
BRICOLAGE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP WITH ARTIST K-NARF
“During KYOTOGRAPHIE, Artist Knarf will re-create his artist studio in Kyoto and will share his special technique of processing photographs with adhesive tape!
During two workshops, everyone (from 5 years old!) is invited come and make his/her own portable, take home tape-o-graphic artwork with the artist.
No special equipment or skills required! This is a very special oppertunity for kids to create directly with the artist.(Bookings required) [also held on 5/7]
Ruinart Interpretation Session
The Ruinart Interpretation Session explores the aromatic bouquet of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, revealing the eight contributing aromas of the signature Champagne to offer a unique tasting experience. This beautifully crafted set brings to life an initiative that was designed to reveal the secrets of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs and to present a sociable format to discover the wine. Guests will be guided through the experience by the Ruinart Champagne Brand Ambassador, Mr. Timothy Beck.
Our Environment with Chris Jordan
On an island in the middle of the world’s largest ocean, a symbolic tragedy is taking place: tens of thousands of albatrosses are dying, with their stomachs filled with plastic. Jordan will take us on a journey to Midway.
Artist Talk: Encountering Midway with Chris Jordan
On an island in the middle of the world’s largest ocean, a symbolic tragedy is taking place: tens of thousands of albatrosses are dying, with their stomachs filled with plastic. Jordan will take us on a journey to Midway.
Tea ceremony：The Land of the Dead
Conjuring up images of how these people experienced tea & by reincarnating their wagashi (Japanese-style traditional confectionery) and tea, we try to create a circle of the heart.
Benrido Colloytype Workshop
Collotype printing started in France in the mid 1900’s and shares an intimate relationship with early photography & fine art. The process provides excellent color saturation & can reproduce images in impressive detail. This workshop will give you opportunity to visit the Benrido studio and reproduce your image using the collotype techniques, including the press.
BRICOLAGE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP WITH ARTIST K-NARF 5/7
During KYOTOGRAPHIE, Artist Knarf will re-create his artist studio in Kyoto and will share his special technique of processing photographs with adhesive tape!
During two workshops, everyone (from 5 years old!) is invited come and make his/her own portable, take home tape-o-graphic artwork with the artist.
Let’s make: My ‘Circle of Life’ Photo Album
Taking photos with the direction of photographer, Akihito Yoshida, kids will create a special take home album with thier own story. (Bookings required).