New Discovery of a japanese Photographer

I like a lot the black and white photography of Hiroshi Watanabe.
During my research I came across this japanese photographer and liked his work at once. I think it's important to be aware of photography from other cultures which can be also very inspiring and meaningful. We always concentrate our interest on american or european photographers. Time for a change ;)

Quiet, thoughtful and unassuming are words often used when describing his images. Watanabe proves again that when a photographer is patient, beauty and opportunity reveals itself in everyday events.



Battery Park, New York (1999) Hiroshi Watanabe



Barber Shop, Asakusa, Japan (2004) Hiroshi Watanabe



Santa Monica Pier (2000) Hiroshi Watanabe



Wedding Glove, Honolulu, Hawaii (2004) Hiroshi Watanabe



Sardar Market, Jodhpur, India (2000) Hiroshi Watanabe

In my eyes Watanabe captures mysterious situations, in which there is a lot going on. Shadows of people behind doors or a piece of drapery are telling a story. The viewer can use his imagination to complete the situation or draw different conclusions. It's really interesting.

Source:

http://www.edelmangallery.com/exhibitions/2009/watanabe/watanabeshow2009.htm