Que Sakamaki
Redux
New York, NY, USA
New York based Japanese documentary photographer as well as curator and educator,
focusing on human conditions and socio-economic issues with aesthetic images,
including those in many deadly conflict and war zones. His photographs have
appeared in books and magazines worldwide and have been the subject of solo shows
across the glove. Among the many honors he has received are World
Press Photo award and two Overseas Press Club prizes. He has
published several books, including “WAR DNA,” covering seven deadly
conflicts (Shogakukan in Japan), and “Tompkins Square
Park” (PowerHouse Books in U.S.) depicting New York’s anti-gentrification
movement. He holds the master degree of International Affaires from
Columbia University. In recent years, he is further exploring photodocumentary,
combing with fine art, often using Instagram and iPone, to understand / feel not only
the significance of photography but also the joy and hardship of life. Represented by
Redux. Co-Founder of @everydayjapan and @Hikari.Creative. www.qsakamaki.com
Instagram: @qsakamaki
