First Photo Exhibition at ppp: Stories of 'Anxiety' and 'Joy' from 5 Participants | Focus #543

The by cizucu is held across various locations. By simply submitting your photos to cizucu, you can participate in a photo poster exhibition and connect with fellow photographers you've never met before.

This time, we introduce the stories of 'anxiety' and 'joy' from five creators who participated in the for the first time.

These participants, with different levels of photography experience and from various age groups, shared their feelings of 'anxiety' before the exhibition and the 'joy' they gained through it. Their genuine voices are sure to inspire you to take the first step toward your own exhibition.

Usually, I only view my photos on a smartphone screen, so I was worried about how they would look when printed large, thinking, 'What if the flaws become visible?' However, I learned about the benefits of enlarging photos, such as discovering details that can only be seen in a larger format and enjoying the process of observing them closely. This gave me a new perspective.

Normally, I would swipe past photos outside my favorite genres, but this time, I took the time to appreciate other genres and share thoughts with others, which was very enjoyable. Additionally, interacting with other participants allowed me to hear the stories behind their photos and get a glimpse into their lives through the lens, which was incredibly inspiring.

I was nervous, wondering, 'What kind of people will come? Will I be able to talk to them easily? How will my work turn out?' I was excited and anxious in many ways.

However, once I participated, everyone was very friendly and approachable. I also received straightforward feedback like, 'I love this part of your photo!' The time flew by, and I felt it was a very fulfilling experience.

As it was my first time participating, I was nervous throughout the beginning. I barely remember what I said when talking about my photos.

However, as time went on, thanks to the staff's thoughtfulness, I realized that sharing the same hobby meant we had plenty to talk about! It was so much fun!

The discussions about photography and cameras with other creators were fascinating, and I had a very meaningful time. I even got to create my first business card featuring my own photos and exchange them with others. I am deeply grateful to cizucu for providing such a wonderful opportunity.

The warm and welcoming atmosphere made it a very comfortable space.

Since I didn't know anyone else and participated alone, I was very anxious. However, the atmosphere at the venue was very warm, and despite photographing different genres, the shared love for photography made it an enjoyable experience.

I learned so much from hearing about others' thoughts on photography and the stories behind their works.

Since it was my first time participating in an exhibition, I was very nervous and worried about showing my work to others.

However, the space filled with people who love photography felt very comfortable. I think I began to understand the meaning of 'seeing someone else's work and having someone see yours.'

Beyond the anxiety and hesitation before an exhibition lies unexpected joy and connections with fellow photographers. The stories of 'anxiety' and 'joy' from the five creators introduced here will surely resonate with and encourage you.

Since its launch at the end of last year, the has expanded beyond Japan to international locations. Why not discover the potential of your own work through a photo exhibition?

We look forward to your participation!