In Conversation: Greg Girard and Kiriko Watanabe

Please join us for a conversation between Greg Girard and Audain Art Museum curator Kiriko Watanabe about Greg’s new series of pictures, Snack Sakura.

Girard’s expansive photographic project documents snack bars across Japan from Okinawa to Hokkaido. These entertainment bars, known locally as a “snack,” are generally clustered around train stations but can also be found in residential neighbourhoods. A hot spot for salarymen, the bars peaked in popularity in the 1980s, with many still featuring Shōwa-era decor. Bottles of whiskey and shochu with customer name tags draped around them make regulars feel at home. Karaoke is an integral part of the experience.

https://monteclarkgallery.com/snack-sakura/

Refreshments available

Seating is limited, please RSVP.

Host or Publisher Monte Clark