Photographer Henk Kosche is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this photo essay. From the series ‘The Invisible Gardener’. To see Henk’s body of work, click on any image.
Japan fascinates the foreign observer with contrasts: impassable nature and closely staggered urbanity, the cultivation of tradition and the development of the very latest technical gadgets, uniformity (almost harmony) in society’s outward appearance and intricate blockades within social relations.
Traditional Japan is characterized by a culture of mastery and perfection as well as a portion of mysticism and melancholy. Mental attitude and craftsmanship unite in Japan’s architecture and gardens to form a unique Japanese view on civilization. It is common that an artist’s self-conception is to subordinate themselves to their artwork. The intention of this subordination is to enhance the spectator’s experience. The created work of art stands for itself or for a metaphor but never for an artist’s ego.
All images and text © Henk Kosche
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I love Japan, once I will go on vacation to that enchanting country.
Absolutely beautiful.
These are spectacular photos. Thank you!
Stunning, subtle photos that convey the Japanese aesthetic.