'ISSUE' delves into the sensibilities and thoughts of creators worldwide, inspiring new ideas. In 'ISSUE #28', we introduce Rui, a photographer from a coastal town delivering blue narratives and the official curator of the photo contest 'Tender Glances' hosted by cizucu.
Image by Rui
Since 2020, Rui has been actively involved in various fields, including winning awards in contests like Mitsuya Cider and SNS photo contests, collaborating with various brands, and being featured in local media. As a photographer, she believes that pressing the shutter is a way to record the unseen atmosphere and emotions of the moment.
Noticing the Brilliance in Everyday Life
Rui says, 'Since I started using a camera, I've begun to see the brilliance in the mundane everyday life.' Through the lens, she realizes the importance of discovering beauty and happiness hidden in daily life.
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The refreshing feeling brought by a sunny morning.
The fleeting art painted by the sunset in the sky.
The enchanting scenery created by the sunlight filtering through the trees by the roadside.
While simple to describe, the beauty that words cannot capture is preserved through photography.
Image by Rui
Therefore, Rui says, 'I strive to capture the air, temperature, and even emotions of the moment.' Her goal is to create photos that evoke the emotions felt at the time of shooting whenever they are revisited. She captures the shutter instinctively at moments that move her heart, visualizing the emotions felt from the subject.
Sharing Everyday Life Through the Lens
'By tuning into the everyday scenery and shifting perspective, a hidden world becomes visible,' says Rui. Through photography, she captures the unseen world and evokes empathy. What everyday life does she wish to share with us through her lens?
As we view her photos, we should feel the desire to share that richness.
Image by Rui
Capturing Gentle Gazes in a Single Frame
Viewing the world through 'gentle gazes' reveals unnoticed beauty, and ordinary scenes and expressions begin to hold special meaning.
Image by Rui
Through 'gentle gazes', overlooked beauty emerges, adding deep emotion to seemingly mundane moments. Such a photo reflects the artist's heart, telling the story of what they value and how they interact with the world.
Each photo tells a story. While feeling the love and kindness embedded within, Rui expresses a desire to see more of the 'gentle emotions' of contest participants.
INFORMATION
A photographer from a coastal town, capturing blue and narrative photography.
Since 2020, she has been actively involved in a wide range of activities, including winning awards in contests like Mitsuya Cider and SNS photo contests, collaborating with various brands, and being featured in local media.
cizucu: Rui
Instagram: @rui___75
cover image by Rui
