Santa Fe Rie Miyazawa Photo By Kishin Shinoyama 1991

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Shot over three days in late May 1991, the photos showcase the scenic, desolate, and artistic landscapes of New Mexico. santa fe rie miyazawa photo by kishin shinoyama 1991

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: Shinoyama approached the project with a "fine art intent," modeling his style after legendary photographers Alfred Stieglitz and the Group f/64 (including Edward Weston and Ansel Adams). Santa Fe Rie Miyazawa By Kishin Shinoyama Photo

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What silenced the critics, partially, was the quality of the work. Looking at the , one cannot dismiss it as a cheap gravure magazine spread. Shinoyama’s lighting technique—shooting with large format film to capture every pore and strand of hair—elevated the image. The gaze of Miyazawa is not passive; she looks directly at the viewer with a strange, knowing calm. She appears to be in control of the frame, despite her vulnerability.