ISSEI SUDA
NEW LIFE
Published by Akio Nagasawa, 2020
Book Size 13.6 × 16.8 cm
Pages 48 pages
Hardcover
Limited Edition of 600
The photobook “New Life” by Issei Suda reveals a secret affair that unfolded between the photographer and an unnamed woman in a room someday in 2002. Through the Polaroid photographs, the reader follows Suda's gaze. The woman is captured in different poses and situations – sometimes apparently modeling, other times authentic and in the act. Her face is never quite revealed; Suda's frames speak of lust and admiration.
Unlike common Polaroid film which develops automatically, Suda's process involved applying a chemical to the film by hand. The results are deeply atmospheric, peculiar and sensual images with an almost painterly flair. A quiet little photobook that reveals the hidden face of Suda Issei.
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Issei Suda’s photo book “New Life” reveals a secret affair that took place between the photographer and an anonymous woman in a room one day in 2002. Through the Polaroid photographs, the reader follows Suda’s gaze. The woman is captured in different poses and situations—sometimes seemingly modeling, other times authentic and in the act. Her face is never quite revealed; Suda’s frames speak of desire and admiration.
Unlike common Polaroid film that develops automatically, Suda's process involved applying a chemical to the film by hand. The results are deeply atmospheric, peculiar, and sensual images with an almost painterly flair. A discreet little photo book that reveals the hidden side of Suda Issei.