The photo poster project, organized by cizucu and held in cities around the world, is an exhibition of photo posters that anyone can join simply by choosing a city and date.
What we call “ppp” is more than just a photography exhibition. It is a community where anyone can safely share their own story, and a rare opportunity to connect with creators from across the globe in person.
This time, we spoke with Allison, a creator who participated in the photo poster project.
Please introduce yourself!
I'm Allison, 19 years old, from Changhua, Taiwan. Although I’m Gen Z, I’m not very tech-savvy.
I’ve been passionate about photography ever since I first picked up a camera at age nine. At sixteen, I started using a compact film camera and became captivated by the allure of film. Since then, I’ve been capturing “time” on film, and more recently, “emotion.”
Most of my work is in black and white. Rather than high-contrast monochrome, I focus on soft gradations of gray, creating a gentle and nuanced visual language.
What inspired you to participate?
I missed several deadlines for open calls in Taiwan, but during a trip to Japan, I discovered the Tokyo edition of the photo poster project and decided to give it a try.
It was my first time participating in an exhibition, though I often visit museums and had some confidence in my own work, so I applied with a “why not give it a shot?” attitude.
In 2025, I submitted to many open calls in Taiwan, but ended up as an alternate or was not selected, which was discouraging. That’s why, in 2026, I wanted a fresh start. I joined the project in Japan, hoping to relax and challenge myself on this journey.
How was your experience participating?
It was truly so much fun!!!!!!
The staff were incredibly kind, and even though I could hardly speak Japanese, they were happy to help with anything. They encouraged me when I was nervous, and thanks to them, I gained the confidence to try even more new things.
Why did you choose that particular photograph for the exhibition?
The photograph I exhibited feels like a “microcosm of the city” that could be anywhere. People are densely gathered, pathways intersect, yet there’s a strange sense of calm. Pedestrians are elongated, overlapping on the crosswalk, but never colliding. That scene brought a sudden sense of emptiness.
The location is Zhongshan, Taipei. Although it’s usually a bustling, lively area, the photograph conveys no sense of pressure—instead, it seems to possess a gentle order.
I chose this work because it felt closest to my “inner state.” I don’t deny the world’s noise or the chaos of the city. But within that, I try to find softness and balance.
(It might not sound ideal, but) for me, it’s about quietly accepting confusion and, after it passes, restoring order.
For those considering joining the photo poster project
If you’re on the fence, I encourage you to participate!
“ppp” is a significant step toward sharing your photographs and artwork with others. Here, you can meet peers who share your passion, converse with people of diverse styles, and learn entirely new perspectives and modes of expression through one-on-one dialogue.
It’s truly a wonderful space for creative exchange, so there’s no need to worry. Even if you have to open your wallet (laughs), the experience will be worth far more.
