The Democratic Republic of Congo , with a population of approximately 9 million, is one of the largest countries in Africa. The country, which boasts the world's 11th largest land area, is home to a variety of customs and manners. Kinshasa, the capital of the country, is known as a place where not only travelers but also local people fear to go because of the lack of security.
The "KINSHASAA!" photo exhibition, in which photographer Keisuke Nagoshi traveled and photographed the real Kinshasa, such a dangerous city, will be held at the highly sensitive store "IMA:ZINE" in Osaka.
This exhibition captures the daily lives of people in Kinshasa who indulge in black magic, professional wrestling, and fashion in their daily lives. Through the works, viewers will be able to feel the vividness of the local life, which they would never be able to see in Japan.
To commemorate the exhibition, a shoulder bag with a print of Mr. Nagoshi's work and T-shirts with images of the Democratic Republic of Congo by graphic artist Verdy and Zepanese Club, a brand created by Atsuto Tani and Fuyuki Inaba of Imagine, will also be on sale. will also be on sale.
A photo exhibition by a photographer of spirit who has photographed squatters, Chicanos, and other outsiders from around the world. This is worth a look. If you live in the Kansai area, you should definitely visit "Imagine.
Text_Ryotaro Miyazaki
Keisuke Nagoshi Photo Exhibition "KINSHASAAA!
Period: July 21 (Sat) - August 10 (Fri) 12:00 - 21:00
*Opening reception will be held on Friday, July 20, from 6:00 p.m. .
Venue: IMA:ZINE
Address: 3-30-4 Nakatsu, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
Phone: 06-7506-9378
imazine.osaka
Keisuke Nagoya
. Born in Nara, Japan in 1977. . Graduated from Osaka University of Arts. . He has released many photo books in the past, including "EXCUSE ME," "CHICANO," "SMOKEY MOUNTAIN," and "BLUE FIRE. Last year, he released "Famillia HOMI DANCHI", in which he spent 3 years in HOMI DANCHI in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, capturing the daily lives of multinational migrant workers.
