2015 Lecture and Book Signing: 'Japan: A Reverence for Beauty'NEW

Photographer Gil Garcetti explores the concept of beauty in Japan's natural and cultural environments in this presentation featuring his recently released book, "Japan: A Reverence for Beauty".

About the Author:

Gil Garcetti visited Japan for the first time in 1967 and has returned many times over the years, always struck by the beauty of its natural and cultural environments. Garcetti has explored the concept of beauty in a project that has now been released as a limited edition folio of luch color photographs. It raises the questions, "Why are the Japanese people unique in their reverence and respect for beauty?" and "What can Westerners learn from this ancient culture and from the Japanese today that might enlarge our perspectives as a nation or people?".

About the Book:

Printed on richly textured paper and hand sewn into a limited edition of 1,000 copies, this book will become a favorite on the art lover's bookshelf. Published in two languages, the work reveals to Japanese and Americans alike the lessons of a legacy of beauty that Japanese culture offers. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

128 pages; 104 color images; $250; ISBN:978-890449-70-4; Balcony Press

Book signing and reception following the program: Do not miss this unique opportunity to meet the author and enjoy an evening in the Garden