Kikuji Kawada's exhibition at Rencontres d'Arles showcases his influential work, particularly The Map series, highlighting his experiences in Hiroshima and Nagasaki post-atomic bombings. His evocative photographs address nuclear devastation's lasting impact while also integrating contemporary political and historical themes. The exhibition features images from The Last Cosmology that reflect on 9/11, indicating an ongoing relevance of his work amid current global crises. At 92, Kawada remains active in photography and utilizes social media to broaden his audience's reach, emphasizing the evolving nature of visual art.
Kikuji Kawada's seminal series The Map, created from his visits to Hiroshima and Nagasaki, forms the cornerstone of an exhibition shown for the first time in France.
Kawada’s haunting images provide a powerful artistic response to the trauma of nuclear devastation, layered with political metaphor and historical weight.
In The Last Cosmology, Kawada repeatedly focuses on the events of 9/11, portraying the sky as a theatrical set for fatal disaster.
At 92, Kawada continues to photograph daily and engages with a wider audience through Instagram, stating that more people see his work online than in magazines.
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