photo poster project | "Looking at the Sky" Like a Sunflower. The Joy of Resonating with Someone's Sensitivity by daisuke.t77 | ISSUE #

The , hosted by cizucu, is held worldwide. By simply submitting your photos to cizucu, you can participate in the photo poster exhibition and meet new photographer friends you haven't encountered yet.

This time, we interviewed creator daisuke.t77, who participated in the .

My name is daisuke_t77. I started carrying a camera about two and a half years ago. Inspired by photos I saw on social media, I wanted to try taking beautiful pictures myself.

Although I was initially worried about whether I would lose interest quickly since cameras are expensive, it has now become a habit to stroll around the city on weekends and take photos.

This was my second time participating in a photo exhibition. Having mostly enjoyed photography as a self-taught hobby, I was curious to know, "What kind of thoughts and enjoyment do others have when engaging with photography?"

At the same time, as a beginner enjoying photography as a hobby, I did feel that exhibitions could be a bit intimidating. However, being approached by the staff gave me the push I needed to turn my curiosity into action. 

Participating was a truly inspiring experience! The creators who participated came from various generations and backgrounds, but thanks to the thoughtful staff, the exhibition maintained a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout.

It was my first time speaking about my work in front of others, which made me a bit nervous. However, as someone who has enjoyed photography as a self-taught hobby, being able to directly learn about others' passion and perspectives strengthened my desire to "expand the world of my photography."

The photo I chose for this exhibition was a sunflower I captured at Kasai Rinkai Park in the summer.

Someone who saw this photo on social media commented that it looked like the sunflower was "looking at the sky." While I usually take photos without adhering to specific rules or genres, this comment made me reflect on "what makes my work unique."

This photo became a turning point for me, as I began aiming to create works that "borrow a bit of the viewer's imagination." That's why I felt it was the perfect choice for this exhibition.

If you're even slightly interested but feeling hesitant, I encourage you to take the leap!
As a beginner who started photography as a hobby, I found the to be a truly welcoming and inspiring experience. It also provided an opportunity to deepen my thoughts about my work.

By presenting your work in the form of a poster in a public space, you'll likely discover new ways to enjoy photography and expand your perspective. Let's find the joy of capturing new photos together!