Susumu Nagahiro

Susumu Nagahiro is a renowned Japanese photographer who has been capturing stunning images of the natural world for over four decades. Born in Tokyo in 1952, Susumu developed an early interest in photography and began taking pictures of his surroundings at a young age. After graduating from high school, he attended the Tokyo College of Photography and graduated with a degree in photography in 1975.

Susumu's career as a professional photographer began shortly after graduation when he was hired by the Japanese magazine Asahi Camera to take photographs for their publication. He quickly gained recognition for his unique style of capturing nature's beauty and soon became one of the most sought-after photographers in Japan. His work has been featured in numerous publications, including National Geographic, Time Magazine, and The New York Times.

In addition to his work as a professional photographer, Susumu has also taught photography classes at various universities throughout Japan. He is also an active member of the Photographic Society of Japan and has served as its president since 2002.

Throughout his career, Susumu has won numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious Kodak Award for Excellence in Photography (2003) and the Fuji Film Award (2005). His photographs have been exhibited around the world and are held in many private collections. In 2020, Susumu was honored with a lifetime achievement award from the Photographic Society of Japan for his contributions to photography over the years.

Today, Susumu continues to capture stunning images of nature that captivate viewers around the world. His passion for photography remains strong and he continues to inspire aspiring photographers everywhere with his beautiful works of art.