Art Aquarium Production Committee Press Release (2024.11.07) Art Aquarium Production Committee LEICA with PICTURERIUM A special experience of “taking pictures of the art aquarium with Leica” LEICA in a reserved building on Friday, November 29th and Saturday, November 30th We will hold a photography course using the camera of Art Aquarium Museum GINZA (location/Ginza Mitsukoshi), in cooperation with Leica Camera Japan Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), will hold photography classes using LEICA on November 29th (Friday) and 30th (Saturday). It will be held for 2 days. This event is a special edition of the seminar “PICTURE-RIUM” where we will invite a professional photographer as a lecturer and have you enjoy photographing in artistic aquarium works and spatial productions while learning professional photography know-how. This will be a special private photo session where you can actually take pictures using the Leica SL system. Furthermore, you can learn the secrets of taking photos of art spaces as “works” from our instructors. If you would like to try shooting with a loaned Leica, please take this opportunity to try it out. Also, if you have a Leica camera, please use your favorite camera to take pictures of Art Aquarium works.
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The photography class will start at 7pm. You are free to view the inside of the building from reception until 7:00 pm. Participation fee: 8,500 yen (tax included) *Includes admission fee. Regular staff: 30 people each time (A: 15 people, B: 15 people) A For those who do not have a Leica camera: 15 people *Leica SL system rental equipment will be provided. B Those with Leica cameras: 15 people *Please bring your favorite Leica camera. Things to bring: Formatable SD card, if you have a Leica camera, your favorite device *If you prepare a tripod, it must be less than 60 cm when stored. *The use of lighting equipment is prohibited. [PICTURE-RIUM] PICTURE-RIUM is a photography course that invites Mr. Akihiko Nagumo, who is active as a photographer, as a lecturer. In this event, you can enjoy the fantastic world of Art Aquarium through photography while learning ingenious photography techniques in a reserved facility. When we held the event twice in the past, we received a lot of positive feedback from everyone who participated, and many wonderful works were presented. Please enjoy this special edition of Leica cameras.
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Intellectual property management technician / Japan Advertising Photographers Association (APA) member / Part-time lecturer at Tama Art University and Nagaoka Zokei University / Expert creator “Takumi” He has a track record of photographing in approximately 300 cities around the world, mainly world heritage sites. Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1970. Spent his childhood in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Graduated from the Department of Photography, College of Art, Nihon University in 1993. Joined Toppan Printing Co., Ltd. and belonged to the Creative Division. Focusing on commercial photography, he also produces videos, holds seminars, and lectures at universities. Recent book: “IDEA of Photography: The Secret of Photography Ideas” Genkosha Cooperation: Leica Camera Japan Co., Ltd. A camera manufacturer that boasts the world’s highest quality standards. The “Leica SL System” that we are preparing this time has been devised throughout to maintain reliable quality and product value for a long time. The camera body has a sturdy metal body with a durable leather exterior, making it a product that will allow you to enjoy photography for many years. In addition, by updating the camera to the latest firmware that is provided regularly, you can always use it as a cutting-edge camera for shooting. This is a high-performance full-frame mirrorless camera system that meets the needs of professionals not only in photography but also in video production. Facility overview Facility name Art Aquarium Museum GINZA (English notation: ART AQUARIUM MUSEUM GINZA) Admission fee WEB ticket 2,500 yen https://ticket.artaquarium.jp/
Same-day ticket 2,700 yen (same-day ticket sold at Ginza Mitsukoshi New Building 9th floor) Address Ginza Mitsukoshi New Building 8th floor (entrance is on the 9th floor) (4-6-16 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo) Access: Directly connected to Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Marunouchi Line, and Hibiya Line
・5 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line “Ginza-itchome Station” (Exit 9)
・Toei Asakusa Line・Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line “Higashi Ginza Station” 2 minutes walk via underground passage towards Ginza Station ・9 minutes walk from JR Yurakucho Station (Central Exit/Ginza Exit) Business hours 10:00-19:00 (subject to change) Last admission 18:00 Closed days Same as Ginza
Mitsukoshi’s closed days (in addition, the museum may be closed irregularly due to maintenance, etc.)
Please check the official website for details) Official website http://artaquarium.jp/ Instagram
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There are no lockers for your luggage. Sponsored by Kiranah Resort Co., Ltd. Planning and production Amuseum Parks Co., Ltd.
Management Amuseum Parks Co., Ltd. Cooperation Mitsukoshi Isetan Co., Ltd. Ginza Mitsukoshi