photo poster project | Time to Reflect on Photography and Yourself by Toruto.yuri | ISSUE #104
The , organized by cizucu since the end of last year, allows participants to join a photo poster exhibition simply by submitting their photos to cizucu. It’s a great opportunity to meet new photographer friends you haven’t encountered before.
This time, we spoke with creator Toruto.yuri, who participated in the .
Please introduce yourself!
I’m originally from Fukuoka Prefecture and currently live in Aichi Prefecture. I work as a freelance photographer and photo artist.
With the theme of "photos that tell a story," I engage in corporate and regional photography, as well as exhibitions, photography workshops, and photo walks.
Tell us about your first participation!
While I’ve had experience hosting solo exhibitions and participating in group exhibitions, I was drawn to the power of printing and displaying photos in the large poster format.
Through the challenge of deciding "what to convey" within the constraints of a poster size, I was able to reflect on both my photography and myself. One of the charms of this project is also being able to connect with the thoughts and perspectives of other participants.
Have you experienced any changes after participating multiple times?
In a world overflowing with information, I found it refreshing to form real connections with other participants.
Through the exhibitions, I’ve been able to articulate why I took certain photos, allowing me to engage more deeply with my photography.
Hearing the stories and emotions of others has also been a major source of inspiration.
What do you find appealing about the photo poster project?
I find it fascinating that photos, which are an everyday part of life, can be delivered in the form of poster exhibitions. This is a unique charm of this project.
It’s exciting to see it being held nationwide and to witness its growth and enthusiasm. I’m really looking forward to seeing how it evolves in the future.
A message for those considering joining the photo poster project
If you’ve never exhibited your photos or are hesitant about printing them in large sizes, please don’t worry and give it a try. The staff provides thorough support.
In this project, it’s not about how skilled you are at photography but about what you value. Experience the joy of having your photos reach someone’s daily life.
