"What Lies Between Light and Darkness" — An Introspective Journey through Takaaki Sano’s New Photo Book 'Hidden Place'

From September 26th to October 29th, Takaaki Sano’s photo exhibition ‘Hidden’ will be held at the Daikanyama beauty salon Liike. Premiering at the exhibition, his newest photo book ‘Hidden Place’ delves deeper into his emotional and introspective realms, setting it apart from his previous works.

The book begins with a stunning array of red spider lilies, almost bleeding across the pages, accompanied by the monologue, "I’m about to stop breathing." This stark expression of introspection is unlike anything seen in his past works. As you turn the pages, you’re met with flowers that appear blurry and out of focus, evoking a sense of darkness and unease as if lost in a nightmare. However, the very next page shifts to a scene bursting with bright light and vibrant tulips, capturing the viewer's heart with their vitality and life. This contrast serves as a reminder of the hidden beauty in everyday life that we often overlook.

Throughout the book, Sano masterfully weaves both English and Japanese phrases, capturing fleeting emotions and landscapes that might otherwise go unnoticed. These words, part whispers, part conversations, are seamlessly inserted into the images, creating an ambiguous yet deeply resonant narrative that speaks to the viewer's heart.

In the middle section, illuminated roses are intertwined with significant figures from Sano's life, emerging like visions in the darkness. Their expressions hold the essence of Sano’s past and present, drawing the viewer into fragments of his personal journey.

The climax of the book features a beautiful flower field alongside the striking expressions of a woman, composed of multiple paper photographs. This vivid portrayal pierces the viewer’s heart, leaving an indelible impression. 'Hidden Place' is undoubtedly a work that awakens the "something important" buried deep within each of us, inviting us on a journey through emotions and memories.

Despite its compact paperback size, this book offers an expansive journey through the depths of human emotion. Priced at 3,000 yen and limited to only eight copies, it will be available exclusively during the exhibition period. Don’t miss this chance to glimpse into the world of Takaaki Sano through this extraordinary photo book.

個展『HIDDEN』 | Takaaki Sano 佐野 貴明

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