G.O.F Magazine ISSUE3

The latest issue of GOF Magazine went on sale at the TOKYO ART BOOK FAIR held at the end of November 2024! GOF Magazine is known for its overwhelming quality and visuals, and has a loyal following in our store. It is an independent art magazine that features four artists and photographers in each issue. GOF stands for Gang of Four, and is generally known as a term that originates from the Chinese Cultural Revolution. However, in Europe and the United States, it is derived from the name of the British post-punk band of the same name, and means (a four-piece group).
 Each issue, artists from Japan and abroad, regardless of their experience, will create or select from the archives a work that fits into one of GOF's themes and be featured.
 The theme of the third issue is (BEAUTIFUL CREATURES). In line with this theme, which means beautiful creatures, the magazine features a collage-like mix of diverse beauty, including works that exude an eccentric taste, girly, positive energy, and lyrical depth, all of which are found within the artist's aesthetic, creating a content that is full of artistic stimulation.
 Although each issue has a different theme, the unique personality of GOF is still alive and well, and it is only thanks to art director WATARU KOMACHI that the texture of each issue's theme is brought together into a single volume that allows readers to fully experience it.
 Four unique individuals participated in the third issue
 Participating Artists
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 Elise Toïdé (Photographer/France)
 Elise Toïdé, a photographer based in France, has been photographing the backstage at YOHJI YAMAMOTO's Paris Collection for many years and has a deep connection with fashion.
 In addition to client work, Elise mainly creates portraits of young girls, and her series (GABRIELE), which follows the growth of one girl, was featured in the cultural magazine Dazed and Confused. The expressions of the girls Elise captures are quiet yet natural and positive, captivating the hearts of viewers. GOF Magazine has published works from three series, including (GABRIELE).

 HELENA GOÑI (Photographer/ USA)
 Originally from Bilbao, Spain, and currently based in New York, photographer HELENA GOÑI creates self-portraits and documentaries of the people around her, and is also active in the fashion industry. Her photographs, which have an edgy yet sophisticated elegance, have been published by Dashwood Books in New York and have garnered attention. GOF Magazine focuses on her fresh, girly work.

 RACHEL LOUISE HODGSON (Artist/UK)
 Rachel Louise Hodgson is an artist based in the UK who held a solo exhibition in Japan last year. The girls and cats she paints are often screaming, with their eyes wide open and seemingly frightening expressions, but they also have a charming aura.
 The drawings are eccentric yet somehow relaxed, giving them a cute, fashionable feel.
 The pages are a fusion of Rachel's work, which is characterized by its sweet venom, and GOF's unique style.

 Wu Meichi (Artist:/Taiwan)
 Wu Meichi, a Taiwanese artist known for her vibrant colors and unique worldview, not only exhibits her work but also collaborates with fashion brands. In February of this year, she provided her work to a local jewelry brand (mEltEd potato) and held an installation exhibition in the space of Henry's PIZZA (Osaka), run by graphic artist Verdy.
 The digital collages, which exude both cuteness and venom, incorporate physical techniques and can also be defined as photographs.
 GOF Magazine features Meichi's signature photo collage works.
 Publisher: Motoyoshino
 Publication year: 2024
 Number of pages: 60
 Size: 297 x 210 mm
 Format: Softcover
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 Condition: New