Photography by Kyriaki Mouratidis



I was born in Shikoku, Japan, surrounded by the quiet coastal landscapes of the Seto Inland Sea. From an early age, I was immersed in Japanese aesthetics through calligraphy, the tea ceremony and ikebana. Through these practices, I developed a sensitivity to line, negative space, stillness, and subtle tonal shifts —elements that continue to shape my photographic work today.
During my years working internationally, I became fascinated by the way familiar elements, such as light filtering through shoji screens, blended with contemporary spaces across different cultures. Photography began as a way to document those moments.
While spending time along the coastline of South Australia, I began to see the traces left by the tides as brushstrokes, reminiscent of ink softly bleeding across washi paper and the layered textures of dyed and woven kimono fabrics. Over time, I found myself exploring this resonance through photography.
 Yoko Sameshima



Awards
Top 20 Finalist, People Category
Australian Photography Photographer of the Year
2025
Finalist, Landscape Category
Australian Photography Landscape Awards
2026

Exhibitions　　→ View
Light Square Gallery, Adelaide, South Australia
26 June – 26 July 2025
Light Square Gallery, Adelaide, South Australia
2 July – 31 July 2026 


Photography Education
Diploma of Photography and Digital Imaging
Adelaide College of the Arts, South Australia
2025　
• Commercial • Documentary • Editorial • Portrait • Studio Lighting• Post-Production • Colour Management
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