EMERGENCE is a magazine that focuses on contrasting subjects that are polar opposites, like the notion of yin and yang.
For this issue of EMERGENCE it will showcase the contrast between minimal and excess in Japanese aesthetics. Within these two categories of aesthetics, there are several elements which contribute to its characteristics. For example, the minimal reflects the concept of Zen, while excess often revolves around consumerism. Based on the content of the articles and the visuals, it will reflect the ideas of both.
For this issue of EMERGENCE it will showcase the contrast between minimal and excess in Japanese aesthetics. Within these two categories of aesthetics, there are several elements which contribute to its characteristics. For example, the minimal reflects the concept of Zen, while excess often revolves around consumerism. Based on the content of the articles and the visuals, it will reflect the ideas of both.
Binding: Saddle Stitch (Final outcome is not perfect bind, images are for visual purposes)
Dimension: A3 spread and B5 spread
Dimension: A3 spread and B5 spread
Front and back cover:
The images were created by applying motion blur and adjusting the saturation and hue. It was printed out, tore, glued back together and applied with gold paint before scanning. It is to replicate the idea of kintsugi, which is used for ceramics.
The images were created by applying motion blur and adjusting the saturation and hue. It was printed out, tore, glued back together and applied with gold paint before scanning. It is to replicate the idea of kintsugi, which is used for ceramics.
Disclaimer:
Majority of the photos were taken from online and were credited in the magazine. Photos owned by me are in the B5 spread.
Majority of the photos were taken from online and were credited in the magazine. Photos owned by me are in the B5 spread.
