As part of its 30th Anniversary special projects, Stussy has teamed up with Ricoh to produce a co-branded GR Digital III camera. Ricoh, the Japanese electronics company founded in 1936, has previously never collaborated with a brand to offer a customized camera body in their cult-favorite GR Digital line.
Inspired by friends like Japan-based photographer Rip Zinger’s work with brand’s equipment, Stussy was impressed by the size, looks and performance of the Ricoh GR Series. For the collaborative camera, Stussy applied its inimitable handstyle logo and hits of cobalt blue to the body of the latest model, the GR Digital III.
To celebrate the Stussy x Ricoh GR Digital III release, Stussy will curate and present a photo project featuring virtual galleries of a dozen photographers that the brand has worked with or admired in its 30-year history. Expect work from friends and Stussy family including Angela Boatwright, Kenneth Cappello, Reggie Casagrande, Josh Cheuse, Atiba Jefferson, Tyrone Lebon, Ari Marcopoulos, Juan Puente, Peter Sutherland and Rip Zinger. This project will conclude with an art exhibit titled “We All….. Some Kinda Creators” at the Known Gallery in LA in June 2010.
Limited quantities of the Stussy x Ricoh camera will be produced and available for purchase through Stussy chapter stores and will retail for $980. Check 112 South La Brea Ave. 90036. They're just up the street from PIX.
Opening reception Thursday June 17, 2010 8-11 pm
Known Gallery
441 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
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