The photo poster project has been conducted by cizucu across the country since the end of last year. By simply submitting photos to cizucu, you can participate in the photo poster exhibition and meet new photographer friends you haven't encountered yet.
This time, we spoke with creator Nacskey, who participated in the photo poster project.
Please introduce yourself!
My name is Nacskey.
I have loved photography since my late teens. Back then, I used a film camera to capture everyday scenes, but due to work commitments, I distanced myself from photography for a while. However, my love for photography never faded, and I spent my time visiting photo exhibitions, living a life as a viewer.
Unexpectedly, I developed a fondness for aimless walks, which rekindled my desire to capture moments as records. About 15 years later, I restarted my journey as a photographer. Now, I carry my camera every day, mainly taking street snaps, averaging 200 shots a day. While constantly experimenting and engaging with the city, I find photography to be immensely enjoyable.
What motivated you to participate?
Although I had been invited to photo exhibitions before, this was my first time actually participating. The main reason I decided to join was my desire to hear how others engage with photography.
Photography can be a solitary pursuit, often without clear answers or objectives. This made me curious about how others approach and enjoy photography.
Additionally, I had never had the opportunity for other creators to view my photos, so while I was nervous, I genuinely wanted to share my work (laughs).
How was your experience participating?
Honestly, it was a very enjoyable time. Three things particularly stood out to me.
Firstly, my motivation for photography was significantly boosted.
The works and stories of others provided numerous insights and stimuli. I felt an increased love for photography. The desire for new equipment was also quite strong (laughs).
Moreover, receiving comments on my photos from everyone was incredibly gratifying.
Secondly, the meticulous support from the organizers and their deep understanding of the creators.
Photography, unlike video, captures moments, making the ability to print a significant appeal. The staff's attentive support made the event a very comfortable experience.
Thirdly, the impressive poster-sized prints.
The sight of everyone's photos displayed in A2 size was overwhelming. It was my first time seeing prints of this size, and I discovered how the size can affect the expression and impact of the photos.
This experience allowed me to rediscover the joy of printing, which is likely to positively influence my future photography.
Why did you choose that particular photo?
Typically, I take snaps that include people, and I had selected several photos that seemed to fit the theme of 'memory' for this project, but I struggled to choose just one.
Among them, a photo of a bicycle parking lot without people caught my eye. It was a scene I saw daily during the period when I wasn't taking photos, and I remember feeling a strong urge to capture it once I had a camera in hand.
The bicycles have owners who inevitably return after their day's activities, a process that seemed intriguing to me. I felt that memories were etched between the owners and their bicycles. This scene appeared to encapsulate the 'memory' between people and objects, leading me to choose this photo.
For those considering participating in the photo poster project
Initially, I didn't intend to exhibit and thought that posting quietly on social media suited me better, but after participating, I'm genuinely glad I did.
While spending time with your own photos is important, sharing works with other creators is a truly luxurious experience. Simply having the common interest of 'loving photography' guarantees a fun time.
I definitely want to participate again, and I look forward to meeting many creators.
