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Perpetual Crucifixion A Study in Suffering

Perpetual Crucifixion draws on Bacon’s “Three Studies” and Buddhist Four Noble Truths. Distorted forms evoke cycles of suffering born from desire and illusion, confronting violence that persists across time. These images question if release from pain is ever possible.

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Photographer of the Year Contest

2025

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Conceptual

Professional

Perpetual Crucifixion A Study in Suffering

Perpetual Crucifixion draws on Bacon’s “Three Studies” and Buddhist Four Noble Truths. Distorted forms evoke cycles of suffering born from desire and illusion, confronting violence that persists across time. These images question if release from pain is ever possible.

About Artist

Hiroshi Kutomi

Career Overview 2007 Returned to Japan and established my base in Tokyo. 1999 Began working as a fashion photographer in London, UK. 1997 Worked as first assistant to Master Nick Knight, Fashion Photographer, in London. 1996 Moved to London, UK. 1994 Worked as an assistant to Master Kei Ogata, Fashion Photographer. 1991 Joined Sasaki Studio, a commercial photography company, in Tokyo. Currently active across a wide range of fields, including advertising and magazines, specializing in beauty, fashion, and portrait photography.

Hiroshi Kutomi

Photographic Areas of Focus

Domestic Animals, Fashion & Beauty, Nude, People, People, Portrait

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Japan

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