"Yamamoto Masao's intimate, otherworldly gelatin silver prints evoke dreamlike archival footage that has been somehow unyoked from the normal rhythms of time, focusing on landscapes and natural subjects."
"Each avian is an expressive protagonist, with the deep blacks and soft edges of Yamamoto's prints inviting reflection and empathy, often peering directly at the camera."
"Owls have always been a familiar presence to me. However, as the number of people living in the forest grew, those with no interest in the laws of nature began clearing the trees."
"Even so, when I hear their faint hooting echoing from somewhere in the distance, I feel a sense of peace."
Yamamoto Masao's black-and-white photographs explore the relationship between image and memory through intimate gelatin silver prints. His latest exhibition, Ten Owls at Yancey Richardson, features portraits of owls, inviting viewers to connect closely with these birds. The prints, no larger than 10 inches, emphasize the emotional expressions of the owls. Yamamoto reflects on the impact of development on their habitats, noting the loss of trees and the peace he finds in their distant hooting. The exhibition runs from April 16 to May 22 in New York.
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