Spin Cycle 25.16

Romain Jacquet-Lagrèze — Life at the Top

Amid the chaos of city life, looking up can be rare—and risky. But for French photographer Romain Jacquet-Lagrèze, the upper levels of Hong Kong’s buildings reveal a hidden world.

In Echoing Above, his latest book, he captures the trees, birds, and people inhabiting the city’s vertical spaces. “Hong Kong’s density has driven it to grow upward,” he tells Colossal, “and I’m fascinated by how that has shaped its architecture and the bond between people and nature.”

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Mark Pritchard & Thom Yorke — Tall Tales

Enter the surreal world of Mark Pritchard and Thom Yorke’s debut album, brought to life by Jonathan Zawada’s five-year visual journey—a darkly absurd film exploring our obsession with progress.

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Benjamin Eagle — The Farewell of Pope Francis

Benjamin Eagle captures the solemn funeral of Pope Francis in striking black and white at St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City.

On April 26, 2025, world leaders, dignitaries, and faith figures gathered under grey skies to honor the late pope, who died at 88. True to his wish for simplicity, the ceremony reflected his legacy of humility and service.

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Gatuko Tano — Osamu Yokoyama

This film, directed by Gatuko Tano, explores the transformative use of bamboo in contemporary Japanese art through the work of Osamu Yokoyama. A former graphic designer, Yokoyama uses madake bamboo to create large, sculptural forms through improvisational techniques, highlighting the material’s raw beauty and emotional depth.

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Muhammah Fatchurofi — Compositions

Muhammad Fatchurofi’s bold colors and rough textures contrast with his calm, harmonious subjects, creating a dynamic balance. This contrast, both visual and emotional, brings a mindful energy to his evolving work.

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