NEW YORK, NY.- Get a first look at Asia Week New York (March 19–27)! Join us on March 12 for an exclusive preview event in collaboration with SIGMA Foundation and be among the first to kick off a dynamic week of art, culture, and inspiration.

Join us for an engaging discussion on the evolution of photographic practice—from its historical foundations to today’s bold contemporary innovations. This panel brings together artists, a curator, and an industry expert to explore how photography has developed over time, highlighting the influence of Japanese and Asian traditions on modern work and its role in a global context today.

Panelists will delve into the interplay of tradition and experimentation, the impact of photographic technology on artistic vision, and the curatorial opportunities and challenges of presenting Japanese photography to international audiences. From postwar photo narratives to contemporary abstraction, this lively conversation will illuminate the enduring dialogue between history, craft, and creative reinvention.

Start the celebration of Asia Week New York with us and sign up today!

PANELISTS:

• Gen Aihara, Artist

• Maggie Mustard, Assistant Curator of Photography, Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs, The New York Public Library

• Kazuto Yamaki, Founder, SIGMA Foundation and CEO, SIGMA Corporation

• Eric Zetterquist, Artist

MODERATOR:

• Alice Teng, Executive Director, Asia Week New York

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Asia Week New York (AWNY) returns for its 17th year, March 19–27, 2026, once again transforming New York City into the premier destination for Asian art in the US. This year’s celebration unites 23 world-class galleries from around the globe, 27 leading museums and cultural institutions, and six powerhouse auction houses—Bonhams, Christie’s, Doyle, Freeman’s, Heritage Auctions, and Sotheby’s—presenting exceptional sales, exhibitions, and events. Don’t miss a moment of the action—explore all the must-see highlights at asiaweekny.com. We can’t wait to welcome you and share this extraordinary week of art, culture, and inspiration!