Studio Yamaguchi
Photography
Graphic Design


Em Yamaguchi (Studio Yamaguchi) is a graphic designer and photographer currently based in Arnhem, the Netherlands. Raised in the Southern California music scene, her work is shaped by alternative culture, a strong DIY ethos, and a collaborative approach. Her practice primarily focuses on photography and editorial design. She has contributed to professionally published design work, and has extensive experience photographing international touring artists, bringing a sharp eye for atmosphere, audience, and performance. Her work balances conceptual clarity with a strong sensitivity for context and creating visual narratives.


MORNING STAR MENDING
When does the life cycle of a piece of clothing end? Does it need to have an end? This project challenges the idea of when a piece of clothing “dies”. This skirt was created from unworn denim collected from friends that was mended together with traditional Japanese sashiko mending methods. This garment is intended to encourage more reuse of clothing that is no longer being worn or encourage thought about how garments and materials can be reimagined into new items.