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Aki NORTON: Intimate Distance

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1839 Contemporary Gallery presents “INTIMATE DISTANCE / 青の距離” a reinterpretation of the classic 19th-century cyanotype process, opening on November 8, 2025. Photographer Aki NORTON explores the mind-body relationship through classic cyanotype photography. Norton’s work has been exhibited in galleries in … Continue reading →

Masaya GOINO: POLYMER – Weaving Invisible Structures

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What exists in the space between presence and absence? Masaya Goino’s lens captures these in-between states, weaving fragments of memory into landscapes of emotional resonance.

We invite you to attend the opening event on Saturday, October 18th at 2:30 PM, followed by a panel discussion at 3:00 PM, where we will delve into the philosophical ideas behind the POLYMER series of artworks.
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Payson Huang: Taiwan Little Emergency

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1839 Contemporary Gallery is pleased to present impactful photography exhibition! Huang Payson’s “Taiwan Little Emergency” employs masterful miniature photography techniques to revolutionize our perception of roadkill phenomena. Huang Payson ingeniously magnifies victim animals as the main subjects while humans are reduced to miniature rescuers, creating unprecedented visual tension. This is not merely a photography exhibition but a profound reflection on the relationship between humans and nature. Opening and art talk with artist held on September 13, welcom to join us in exploring this feast for both eyes and mind! Continue reading →

Atsushi Yoshie: Exit Town

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Japanese photographer Atsushi Yoshie’s “Exit Town” lands at 1839 Contemporary Gallery in Taipei, revealing the haunting beauty of “nothingness.”
– Opening Reception: Aug 2 (Sat) 14:30
– Artist Talk: Aug 2 (Sat) 15:00
– Limited photobook “Exit Town” on-site (85 works, 105 pages) Continue reading →