Michelle Kimura

Michelle Kimura is a Southern Alberta photographer who found her passion for photography in 2009, starting with capturing images of flowers in her backyard. She then delved into automotive, family, wedding, and newborn photography before shifting her focus to nightscape photography during the pandemic. Kimura`s work is a creative outlet for her to escape from the everyday stresses and immerse herself in the beauty of the night sky. Growing up in a small prairie town, Kimura has always been drawn to the stars and the sense of wonder they evoke. Her photography reflects the flights of fancy and imagination she experiences while under the night sky. Combining her love for the agricultural landscapes of Alberta with the magical allure of the Milky Way, Kimura creates unique and captivating images that invite viewers to share in her sense of wonder and escape. Kimura`s artistic style as a nightscape photographer showcases her ability to capture the beauty and mystery of the night sky. Her images transport viewers to a world where grain bins become spaceships and dead trees are magic wands broken from creating the Milky Way. Through her lens, she shares her inner child`s sense of awe and curiosity, inviting others to see the world through her eyes. Throughout her career, Kimura has received numerous accolades and recognition for her work, including winning first place in various photography contests and having her work featured in publications and exhibitions. Her unique blend of agricultural landscapes and celestial wonders has captivated audiences and earned her a place among the talented photographers in Southern Alberta. In her artist statement, Kimura expresses how her photography is a form of detox and stress relief, allowing her to relive the senses she experiences under the night sky. Through her art, she invites viewers to join her in appreciating the beauty and magic of the night, encouraging them to see the world in a new and imaginative light...Read Less