Interview with Kazutoshi Kawakami for Marionette ballerinas

BY Maizura July 18, 2024

Kazutoshi Kawakami | MUSE Photography Awards

Kazutoshi Kawakami

Kazutoshi Kawakami began his journey into photography influenced by a friend who is an accomplished photographer. He pursued the art of photography entirely through self-study, immersing himself in extensive research to his heart's content.

I started photography under the influence of a friend of mine who is a great photographer.

I studied photography entirely on my own, diving deep into research to my heart's content.

I remember my first snapshot vividly; it was of a bustling cityscape.

I'm currently using a CANON EOS to which I then use Photoshop to enhance my images.

If you don't sow the seeds, the flowers won't bloom. These are the words that inspired me to always keep challenging myself!

Everything in our daily life is a material and we are always thinking of ideas.

It is an incredibly prestigious honor that fills me with a profound sense of confidence and achievement. This recognition not only validates the hard work and dedication I've put into my endeavors but also motivates me to continue striving for excellence. Thank you very much for this esteemed acknowledgment.

This was my first attempt, and I aspired to have my confident work evaluated in a world-class, prestigious contest. Receiving this recognition is an incredible honor that fills me with a profound sense of achievement and pride.

Erik Johansson.

One of the best pieces of advice I've received is, "Go ahead and trust the expression you think you like." I think this is great advice, and it has greatly helped me shape my artistic style and confidence in my creative decisions.

While I'm still on my journey to success, I can tell you to persevere, as the stairway to success continues onward. Every step may present its challenges and obstacles, but with determination and resilience, you can overcome them.

I'm always trying new things! From there, new paths will open up.

I am so proud of myself and very honored to be a Category Winner of the Year!