We're honored to welcome Zen priest and photographer Glen (Isshin) Snyder for an insightful talk as part of our Special Programs. Ordained as a Zen priest in Texas, Glen has spent over a decade living in Japan, where his photography explores the underbelly of Zen in everyday life, often challenging conventional views of "Zen qualities" in nature and art.
In his 90-minute discussion, "Expressing Zen Through Visual Media," Glen will highlight the profound influence of Zen in photographic art. He will draw on ancient Buddhist scriptures to discuss concepts such as the relationship between an image and the true nature of an object, and how light and darkness bring about experience.
The talk will be followed by a half-hour photo walk around the Shibuya area, and a 15-minute meditation session will be held at the beginning of the talk.
This talk is open to all, regardless of language ability or experience in either Zen or photography. It's an opportunity to explore the unique parallels between Zen meditation as a practice and photography as a practice, and to learn how to infuse your work with a deeper sense of presence and purpose.
📅 October 12, Sunday, 11:00-12:30 ♦️ Language: English 🎟️ Entrance: Free
