According to Tokyo based photographer Shuji Kobayashi the essence of a good photograph is to: “Grab one’s attention, draw one’s heart into the picture, and leave something in one’s mind. Do not care about the cost. Not about the concept. Not about technique. Not about the equipments. Certainly not about who is in the picture.”
More than that, however, Kobayashi is concerned with capturing the inherent beauty of light. He aims to frame the sensual and quiet moments his models experience in front of the camera with light as seen through his filter.
It’s hard, dirty work, but someone has to do it!
Clearly, the dude is on to something, because his photographs are infused with a magical sensibility that evokes dreams of waking up in a parallel universe where the existence of fairies is an undisputed reality. Because, obviously, Kobayashi sprinkles his models with fairy dust before capturing their essence for prosperity. It’s the only thing that makes sense.
Or, you know, maybe the dude learned some photographic skills and he has applied those skills to his art. I suppose waiting for the right time of day and living in a dope apartment with great windows is also key to this whole “catching the light” scheme. Although, his whole quip about not caring about who is in the picture is a little harsh. Beautiful models who bare their soul and their boobies for the camera deserve our tender lover and care. That is all.
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