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Ooika launches artist-in-residence program for photographers
Ooika, a U.S.-based matcha brand sourcing from Japan, is launching oAIR (Ooika Artist-in-Residence Program), a one-month residency for photographers and image-based artists in Princeton, New Jersey. The selected artist receives $3,000 support, housing, studio space, and access to high-end printing equipment and Ooika's photo library. The program connects matcha's Japanese craft tradition with contemporary photography, culminating in exhibitions on October 24–25 and publicatio…
抹茶と写真をつなぐ。米Ooikaが写真家のためのアーティスト・イン・レジデンスを始動 - imaonline.jp
Key points
- Ooika launched inaugural artist residency targeting photographers and image-based media artists; one position open.
- Selected artist receives $3,000 production support, furnished room, dedicated studio, and Epson SureColor P9000 printer…
- Residency runs September 28 – October 26, 2026 in Princeton, New Jersey; application deadline September 7, 2026.
- Jury includes Richard Ledu (former Pierre Hermé Japan head), photographer Marshall Scheuttle, and artist/publisher Kris…
- Artist work to be exhibited October 24–25 and featured on Ooika website, social media, limited packaging, and annual oAI…
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The numbers
Production support grant: 3,000ドル
Residency duration: 約1カ月
Artist positions available: 1名
What they said
“Ooika focuses on the craft dimension shared by matcha and photography, despite their apparent differences.”
Ooikaが着目するのは、一見異なる「抹茶」と「写真」に共通するクラフトとしての側面だ。
“The brand, which has introduced Japanese tea culture to America, now extends that philosophy into photography culture.”
日本の茶文化をアメリカで紹介してきたブランドが、その思想を写真文化へと広げる新たな試みとなる。
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