CONCEPT

「Analogue Auto Motives」 presents automobiles as a subject through the lenses of active artists from various backgrounds who explore Japan’s automotive culture in their photography, with an atmosphere that can only be captured through analog film.

These artists ‒ all local to Japan ‒ each have experience navigating the far corners of Japan’s automotive subcultures and express its distinctive energy through images on film. The exhibition’s narrative focuses on the film medium that, while becoming increasingly less practical, continues to hold a vital place as a photographic art form. Seeking to bring
together regional film photographers in one place, this exhibition will showcase the famously diverse world of automotive cultures in Japan and allow the viewer to engage
with this world in a raw and visceral way.

The exhibition requires a space in central Tokyo with ease of access by public transport. It is planned to be held in early January to coincide with Tokyo Auto Salon weekend, when thousands of car enthusiasts from around the world converge in Tokyo for the love of Japanese car culture.

The Team


Venue


Photographers

We have selected exhibiting photographers who operate within Japan, with an emphasis on those who primarily shoot with film.

Participants are allotted an 182cm x 92cm space to display the selected photographs of their choice. Each participant is responsible for printing their selected works, giving them the freedom to determine the best sizing, medium and layout for their display. Larger sized prints are recommended, but size is ultimately left to the discretion of the artist.

Participants are encouraged to price their photo prints for sale and to create merch (ie. stickers, small zines, keychains, apparel) to sell at the exhibit. All sales will be handled by the team and each participant will receive 100% of profits from their own sales.