Summary<\/p>\n
Beams America LA pop-up, open through September 26, shows Tadanori Yokoo colorful posters and Daido Moriyama black and white street photos
\nExhibit includes rugs pajamas and wearable prints bringing their work into daily life<\/p>\n
Beams America<\/a> is showcasing Tadanori Yokoo<\/a> and Daido Moriyama: Legendary Contemporaries of Japan as part of its BEAMS JAPAN pop-up in Los Angeles. The presentation highlights two of Japan\u2019s most influential artists: Yokoo, celebrated for his colorful posters and paintings and Moriyama<\/a>, known for his stark black and white photography of Tokyo\u2019s streets.<\/p>\n \u201cYokoo and Moriyama embody the energy of Tokyo,\u201d says Yoshiyuki Ogawa, director of TOKYO CULTUART by BEAMS. Since its start 17 years ago, the platform has focused on artists who reflect the creative spirit of the city. Both artists were born in the 1930s and grew up during a time of war and cultural upheaval. Yokoo began his career in graphic design before moving into painting and poster art. His work blends influences from traditional Japanese woodblock prints, Dadaism, and American Pop Art. Moriyama also started in graphic design before dedicating himself to photography. His grainy images are shaped as much in the darkroom as on the street, a process that gave rise to his most famous work, \u201cStray Dog,\u201d first published in Asahi Camera magazine.\n<\/p>\n Although their styles differ, the two shared ideas throughout their careers. Moriyama once photographed New York at Yokoo\u2019s suggestion, showing the creative exchange between them. The pop-up is open through September 26, head to Beams America\u2019s website<\/a> for more info.\n<\/p>\n BEAMS JAPAN POP-UP
The exhibition features Yokoo\u2019s offset print posters and paintings alongside special products such as rugs and pajamas printed with his imagery. Moriyama\u2019s signature photographs also appear in wearable formats, giving visitors a new way to engage with his work.\n<\/p>\n
609 Imperial Street
Los Angeles, California<\/p>\n