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The Changes Collection is an exquisite series of archival grade artist prints, selected by David Bowie and Masayoshi Sukita, from their 40-year collaboration, as recently chronicled in their sold out book, Speed of Life.
'It's very hard for me to accept that Sukita-san has been snapping away at me since 1972... May he click into eternity.' David Bowie
Limited to just 20 copies worldwide, each large format artwork is signed by David Bowie and Sukita-san as a mark of authenticity.
London: August, 1972
'Whenever Sukita's asked me to do a session I conjure up in my minds eye the sweet, creative big-hearted man who has always made these potentially tedious affairs so relaxed and painless.' David Bowie
On his first visit to London in 1972, Sukita became captivated by Bowie's performance and style. After impressing Bowie's manager and photographer Mick Rock with his work, Sukita managed to secure a photoshoot with his hero. It was this first meeting that produced these stunning images.
London: August, 1972
'In 1972 there was very little information about David Bowie in Japan and when I had arrived in London I had never even heard his name. I was immediately interested and intrigued.' Masayoshi Sukita
New York: February, 1973
This photo session took place before Bowie's Radio City Music Hall show in New York. These iconic shots demonstrate the strong Japanese influence on Bowie, which formed Ziggy Stardust and would remain with him throughout his career.
New York: February, 1973
The clothes were designed by fashion designer Kansai Yamamoto and were brought over from Japan by Sukita's friend, stylist Yacco. 'The clothes looked marvelous.' Masayoshi Sukita
Japan: April, 1977
Sukita took the iconic Heroes cover photograph above in April 1977. It was voted 'Best Album Cover' by Melody Maker that year, and is one of the most enduring images of the 21st century.
Japan: April, 1977
This photograph was taken during the Heroes session, but remained unpublished until 2012 when it was selected as the cover of Bowie and Sukita's sold out book, Speed of Life. Sukita shot through a porthole to achieve this striking silhouette.
Japan: April, 1977
The contact sheet from the Heroes session was unseen until the publication of Speed of Life, and is available exclusively from Genesis Publications.
Kyoto, Japan: 1980
On a day spent together exploring Kyoto, Bowie went largely unnoticed, allowing Sukita to capture the star in rare unguarded moments.
Kyoto, Japan: 1980
'The best way to get to know a city is to count up how much change you have in your pocket and take the subway as far as that amount gets you. Then explore wherever it puts you. I did that several times on my last stay in Tokyo in 2004.' David Bowie
London: June, 1983
'David Bowie wasn't a regular performer. I felt that there was much more going on, so much more depth and imagination than from regular musicians.' Masayoshi Sukita
New York: 1989
'When I said I wanted to take a close‐up of his face, David‐san played the film's main theme and, soon, a very quiet yet tastefully profound expression emerged from his face. It was a very moving moment.' Masayoshi Sukita
New York: 2002
'Portraits are always the hardest things to do seriously. It feels, ultimately, like the deer in headlights. There is something in this shot that lets me know that Sukita‐san has said, 'Just two or three more, David, nearly finished,' or 'Don't forget to leave the scarf behind.' David Bowie
The Changes Complete Collection (prints 1-12) was presented in full, showcasing the evolution of the artists' style and friendship.
Series: 12 prints signed by the artistsSelect from the following copies:
A series of artist signed prints by David Bowie and Masayoshi Sukita. From their sold out book, SPEED OF LIFE, the two authors have chosen 12 of their favourite photographs to be reproduced as large format archival grade prints.
Since 1974 Genesis has created signed limited edition books on behalf of authors and artists ranging from the Beatles to Buckingham Palace.
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