LVMH Métiers d’Art appoints Shu Yonezawa for ninth artistic residency

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Shu Yonezawa, a young Japanese artist, has been selected by LVMH Métiers d’Art for the residence associated with the ninth iteration of its Résidence Artistique project, which will take place in Japan this year. Yonezawa is a 27-year-old up-and-coming artist whose work examines the relationship between digital and real-world realities.

The LVMH Résidence Artistique program fosters innovation in traditional craftsmanship. Shu Yonezawa’s six-month residency starts 13th January in Okayama, where she will collaborate with Kuroki, a renowned denim producer celebrating its 75th anniversary.

Kuroki is known for its detailed, vertically integrated production process, overseeing every stage from dyeing to weaving and finishing. The company employs vintage shuttle looms and utilizes spring water from the Iba region, contributing to the distinctive texture and exceptional quality of its denim.

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