How do I photograph the Japanese Minimalism aesthetic?+
Nothing extra because everything extra was already removed. Resist filling the frame the empty space between architectural elements is doing the same narrative work the empty space does in the building itself, and cropping tighter to use more of the shot actively works against the aesthetic
What shots should I get for a Japanese Minimalism photo shoot?+
Capture: Wide shot of a sparse building volume defined almost entirely by negative space; Detail shot of concrete-and-light interplay, Ando-style; Interior shot through a single considered window opening; Wide shot emphasizing ma the deliberate emptiness between architectural elements; Close detail of a single natural material wood, stone presented without ornament.
What lighting works for Japanese Minimalism photography?+
Soft, indirect natural light, letting shadow fall gently across smooth concrete or wood surfaces without harsh contrast
Where should I shoot Japanese Minimalism photography?+
Good locations include: Church of the Light, Osaka, A traditional machiya townhouse, Kyoto, A local Japanese-minimalist gallery or residence, A zen garden pavilion.
What wardrobe works for Japanese Minimalism photography?+
Natural fiber, muted neutral, minimal silhouette