K-NARF
NationalityFrench-Australian
Known forTape-o-graphy
Notable workHatarakimono Project, Plasteontology, Yummy Yami

K-NARF, born Franck Le Petit, is a French-Australian contemporary artist known for his techniques in art, sculpture, photography, and bricolage. His tape-o-graphy technique, which uses adhesive tape to create textured images, blends the spontaneity of bricolage with traditional photography. This approach has earned him recognition in the contemporary art scene.[1][2][3]

Artistic Style and Techniques

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K-NARF is known for his techniques, primarily tape-o-graphy, which blends elements of traditional photography and bricolage. Tape-o-graphy involves applying adhesive tape to photographic prints, creating layers and textures.[4][5]

Collaboration with Shoko

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K-NARF frequently collaborates with Shoko, focusing on themes of work culture and everyday life. Their Hatarakimono Project documents the work culture in Japan using a portable studio and tape-o-graphy technique.[6][7]

Major Projects

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Hatarakimono Project

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The Hatarakimono Project documents Japanese workers using a portable studio and tape-o-graphy. Initially photographing 102 Japanese workers, the project has expanded globally to document workers in major cities worldwide.[8][9][10]

Plasteontology

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Plasteontology explores the environmental impact of plastic waste through art. The project uses tape-o-graphy to highlight the presence of plastic in the environment, aiming to provoke reflection on ecological issues.[11][12]

Yummy Yami

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Yummy Yami is an art project exploring themes of sex and violence, referencing the case of Issei Sagawa. The project uses provocative imagery and tape-o-graphy to challenge societal norms.[13][14][15]

Inventions

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Tape-o-graphy

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Tape-o-graphy is a photographic technique developed by K-NARF. This method uses adhesive tape to add texture and depth to photographs. It has been used in several projects, notably the Hatarakimono Project.[16][17]

Exhibitions

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K-NARF has held numerous exhibitions worldwide, including "Photograffiti" at Delta Kyotographie, and "Mille Pertuis" at Galerie Echo 119.[18][19]

Publications

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K-NARF's projects have been documented in several publications, including "Hatarakimono Project Tokyo."[20]

Awards and Recognitions

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K-NARF has received various awards and honors, including recognition from the "HP Influencers Program" and participation in the Rencontres d'Arles International Photo Festival.[21]

References

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  1. ^ "K-NARF - Photographer Profile". All About Photo. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  2. ^ "K-NARF - Artist Profile". Widewalls. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  3. ^ "Weekend Portfolio: K-NARF & Shoko - Hatarakimono Project". Musée Magazine. 2020-05-01. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  4. ^ "K-NARF - Photographer Profile". All About Photo. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  5. ^ "K-NARF Art - Juste Magazine". Juste Magazine. 26 October 2013. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  6. ^ "Weekend Portfolio: K-NARF & Shoko - Hatarakimono Project". Musée Magazine. 2020-05-01. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  7. ^ "Hatarakimono: Portraits of Japanese Workers by K-NARF". Pen Online. 14 April 2020. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  8. ^ "Weekend Portfolio: K-NARF & Shoko - Hatarakimono Project". Musée Magazine. 2020-05-01. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  9. ^ "Hatarakimono: Portraits of Japanese Workers by K-NARF". Pen Online. 14 April 2020. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  10. ^ "Hatarakimono Project by K-NARF". My Modern Met. 30 March 2019. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  11. ^ "Plasteontology by K-NARF". WWD Japan. 2022-06-08. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  12. ^ "Hatarakimono Project by K-NARF". Collater.al. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  13. ^ "Issei Sagawa". Wikipedia. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  14. ^ "Yummy Yami Exhibition". NY Art Beat. 2012. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  15. ^ "K-NARF: Photograffiti". Artribune. 17 November 2011. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  16. ^ "K-NARF - All About Photo". All About Photo. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  17. ^ "K-NARF Art - Photograffiti". Juste Magazine. 26 October 2013. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  18. ^ "K-NARF & Shoko - Photograffiti". Delta Kyotographie. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  19. ^ "Exposition K-NARF Mille Pertuis". Galerie Echo 119. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  20. ^ "Jesse's Book Review - Hatarakimono Project Tokyo by K-NARF". Japan Camera Hunter. 2019-07-18. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
  21. ^ "100 Proud Workers by K-Narf". LUMAS. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
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