photo poster project | Rediscovering 'Yourself' Through Photography by Mina Cho | ISSUE #117
Since the end of last year, cizucu has been hosting the across various locations nationwide. By simply submitting your photos to cizucu, you can participate in the photo poster exhibition and meet new photographer friends you haven't encountered before.
This time, we had the opportunity to speak with creator Mina Cho, who participated in the .
Please introduce yourself!
Hello, I’m Mina Cho, a photographer based in Seoul.
I primarily use 135mm and 110mm format film cameras to create my works in an analog style. I value capturing the lively expressions of subjects in a still moment, naturally, as if in a scene from a film.
What inspired you to participate?
In May 2024 and February 2025, I held group photo exhibitions with different themes, which gave me opportunities to interact with domestic artists.
Through that process, I had time to deeply reflect on the worldview I wanted to express.
When I received the invitation from cizucu for this exhibition, I felt it was a great opportunity to not only connect with domestic creators but also with Japanese creators. I found it very meaningful and decided to participate without hesitation.
How was your experience participating?
Participating in the was a deeply meaningful experience, as I got to directly view and interact with the works of creators from both domestic and international backgrounds, each with unique perspectives.
Additionally, I was grateful for the opportunity to meet and talk with people who have always appreciated my photography.
On the day of the event, I also received warm feedback from people who saw my work for the first time, which was incredibly encouraging.
Why did you choose that particular piece?
Although it was a single-piece exhibition, I chose this work without hesitation.
It is the only piece where I projected myself onto the subject. It depicts a journey of temporarily stepping away from the role I was about to take on before my marriage and searching for a 'free self.'
In particular, I chose the scene where I expressed 'freedom' through the curves of a dress by the sea in Kamakura.
For those considering participating in the photo poster project
By simply submitting one photo, you can easily experience a poster exhibition, which makes the preparation burden light and appealing.
Through this exhibition, I was able to reflect on my journey as a photographer. The photo poster project offers a valuable opportunity to connect with a diverse range of creators from both domestic and international backgrounds.
