The work of Daido Moriyama is some of the most unique of the last several decades, and it is a fantastic source from which to draw creative inspiration. The excellent video essay takes a look at Moriyama’s work and how his creative philosophy shaped his images.
Coming to you from T. Hopper, this enlightening video essay takes a look at the work of Daido Moriyama. Moriyama was a Japanese photographer active mostly in the 1960s-80s. His earlier work focused on life in post-war Japan in the 1960s and 1970s, captured in gritty black and white images, with his first book, “Japan: A Photo Theater,” being published in 1968. He would dive deeper into creative exploration in 1972 with “Hunter,” which explored blurred street images, and “Farewell to Photography,” where the process itself became front and center. In the 1980s, his work explored a more traditional treatment of light and shadow. His work is particularly notable for its constant exploration of the role of the photographer and the idea that a photograph is not so much a capture of the world, but more so a small piece of reality. His images are well worth studying; check out the video above for the full rundown.
