Hiroyuki Seo is a Japanese photographer and visual artist based in Tokyo. He is best known for his unique and captivating photographs of everyday life in Japan.
Seo was born in Tokyo in 1975 and grew up surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the city. From an early age, he was fascinated by the beauty of everyday life, which he captured through photography. After graduating from high school, Seo attended Tokyo University of the Arts where he studied photography and visual arts.
In 2000, Seo began his professional career as a freelance photographer. His work has been featured in numerous publications including The New York Times Magazine, Time Magazine, Vogue Japan, and National Geographic. He has also exhibited his work at galleries around the world including the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, The Photographers' Gallery London, and The International Center of Photography New York.
Seo's photographs are characterized by their vivid colors and intimate compositions that capture moments of everyday life in Japan with a unique perspective. His work often focuses on themes such as family relationships, urban landscapes, nature, and traditional culture. Through his photographs, Seo seeks to explore the beauty of everyday life that often goes unnoticed or overlooked.
In addition to his photographic work, Seo is also an active member of the Japanese art community. He regularly participates in workshops and lectures on photography and visual arts at universities around Japan. He also serves as a mentor to aspiring photographers who are interested in exploring their own creative vision through photography.
Hiroyuki Seo's work has been widely acclaimed for its unique perspective on everyday life in Japan as well as its captivating composition and vivid colors. His photographs have been featured in numerous publications around the world and have been exhibited at galleries across Europe, Asia, North America, and Australia.