What would our world look like if the Showa period continued into the present? (Kazuyoshi USUI) Showa 88–99 will be presented at 1839 Contemporary Gallery from April 10 to May 17, 2026. The exhibition showcases a four-part photographic series created … Continue reading
“Dreaming Planet”: Seeking the Soul’s Aspirations in a Luminous ReverieFireworks unfolding across the night sky resemble the dreams that flicker through our lives—brief yet dazzling, leaving an enduring imprint on the heart. Beginning from this profound realization, the photographer created … Continue reading
— Using Photography to Witness Urban Transformation and Awaken Collective Memory — 1839 Contemporary Gallery presents artist Maria Cheung’s photography solo exhibition “The Ruin and the Ripples,” opening January 10, 2026. Using the Sham Shui Po Reservoir site as its … Continue reading
Tibet—a land of wisdom, tradition, and breathtaking landscapes. Through Shinya Arimoto’s lens, witness how this sacred land shines brighter than ever.
📅 Nov 28 – Dec 28, 2025
📍 1839 Contemporary Gallery
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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
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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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
Between Being and Becoming: Wong Wang Chuen’s Gaze on Beipu At RED Photo Gallery in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district, a visual narrative from Taiwan is quietly unfolding. Curated by 1839 Contemporary Gallery, “Wong Wang Chuen: The Water is Wide” is not … Continue reading