For Immediate Release

Star Light, Star Bright

Photographic Works of Canada’s Northern Skies by Yuichi Takasaka

November 20, 2009 – January 22, 2010

Opening Reception: Friday, November 20, 3pm to 6pm; Artist in Attendance

Art Beatus (Vancouver) is delighted to present “Star Light, Star Bright” featuring photographic works and video installation by Northern Canadian artist, Yuichi Takasaka.  The timing of this exhibition could not be more relevant or appropriate with the chill of winter soon approaching and 2009 being the INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF ASTRONOMY.  While the luminous beauty of the Aurora Borealis and night-time scenes of star trails, moons, and meteors may remind one of frostier temperatures, the amazing colours and stunning landscapes captured by Takasaka should warm the fingers and toes of viewers alike.  The exhibition will open with an afternoon reception on Friday, November 20, 2009 from 3pm to 6pm; the public are encouraged to attend and meet the artist who will also be in attendance.

Born in 1968 in Tokyo, Japan, Yuichi Takasaka became interested in photography in his late teens after moving to Canada.  Working as a video cameraman in the late 1980’s, he developed an eye for a good image.  In the early 1990’s, he found himself in Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories.  It was there that he began to take a serious interest in photography, developing his skills and gaining expertise by conferring with professional photographers who shared their love of the art with him.

My love of colours in nature led me to my love affair with the Aurora Borealis.  I first saw these strange Lights in Jasper, Alberta in the spring of 1990 and photographed them.  Later I discovered that these strange “Lights” were the Aurora Borealis.  After moving to Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories, I soon found that this area is one of the best places in the world to observe the Aurora Borealis.  I did a lot of experimenting trying to photograph the Lights at night, while working at a tour company during the day promoting the Lights to the Japanese market.  These Lights became a part of my life”.

Since that time, Takasaka’s images have appeared in brochures, magazines, educational publications, textbooks, and on various internet sites including the NASA pages.  He lived in Yellowknife for seven years, eventually moving to Lumby, British Columbia where he now resides.  Still, Takasaka continues to visit Yellowknife regularly, facilitating yearly photography and tourism services which also provide him the opportunity to photograph more variations of the Lights.

Yuichi Takasaka is a member of TWAN, also known as ‘The World At Night’.  TWAN is considered a bridge between art, humanity, and science - a program to create and exhibit a collection of stunning photographs and time-lapse videos of the world’s most beautiful and historic sites against a nighttime backdrop of stars, planets and celestial events. The INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF ASTRONOMY 2009 is a global effort initiated by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) and UNESCO to help the citizens of the world rediscover their place in the universe through the day and night-time sky.  Encouraging a sense of wonder and discovery, the “Star Light, Star Bright” exhibition runs from November 20, 2009 to January 22, 2010.





For Immediate Release - December 11, 2009



You are invited to join us for a...

Art Beatus (Vancouver) is delighted to host a special holiday showcase and reception to introduce “The Art of Jonathan Man: Drawings and T-Shirts”.   Wine and refreshments will be served.

Date:   
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Time:   
3pm to 6pm
Place:  
Art Beatus (Vancouver)
108 - 808 Nelson Street
(Inside the Nelson Square Office Tower)
*Event is Open to the Public*


Jonathan Man
was born in Hong Kong and grew up in
Vancouver, BC.  Many of his subjects tend to be, but are not limited to animals.   Living in the wilderness, animals have a lot of freedom - drawing them relaxes the artist and provides him with the enjoyment of a similar independence because of their stress-free nature.  The creative process can be intensely freeing and joyous, and at the same time unnerving and unpressured”.   Jonathan’s artwork focuses on sensation and emotions, so sketching pencils are his primary toolsof choice because they are so natural yet expressive.

Over the last few years, Jonathan has been developing his drawing skills under a private art teacher.  After graduating high school in 2006, Jonathan was accepted to the Emily Carr University where he also currently studies.  There he has experienced a variety of art processes, further nurturing his creativity and potential.

T-shirts on display at Art Beatus will available for sale, each featuring one of Jonathan Man’s six designs.  Accompanying the shirts will be the original drawings that inspired these creations.   The animals on the shirts depict and express what each and every one of us experience in life.

Fun, unique and original animal themed t-shirts are available for $35.00.  They come in a variety of prints and sizes for both men and women.  Purchase more than one tee and receive 25% off the second tee.  Quantities are limited so don’t miss out on this very special opportunity.  To see more t-shirts, click here.

***Please Note:  The “Star Light, Star Bright” exhibition featuring photography by Yuichi Takasaka will also be in process during the Jonathan Man Showcase.

For more information, please call 604.688.2633 or send an email to info@artbeatus.com.



Art Beatus, with a location in Vancouver, Canada and two locations in Hong Kong, showcases international art with a focus on contemporary Chinese art.  Art Beatus (Vancouver) is located in the Nelson Square Office Tower at 108 – 808 Nelson Street in Vancouver, BC.

Art Beatus (Vancouver) Consultancy Ltd. is open Monday to Friday, 10am-6pm and is closed on weekends and holidays.  Underground and street parking is available.  Free admission.

For more information, please contact Media Relations, Tamla Mah or Peggy Ngan.


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