Her beautiful smile peeked through the terrace trees, at a location she lamented just minutes earlier with, "Ah.. this was the place..". It seemed as though they both needed each other, blending together to form a perfect image in my mind.

I was there just for a brief rest, and he was there for a pre-work lunch. Casually observing him, I detected a Leslie Cheung-like aura, and even the breadcrumbs on his lips seemed charming as I pointed my camera towards him.

They say you grow to resemble those you love. Conversely, can resembling someone spark love? This couple confidently represented the latter case. Though no obvious commonalities could be found, they seemed to merge into one. Oh yes, the tapes plastered in the background were like pollen blessing their love, and a unique mark of mine.

On the fringes of her path, I stumbled upon a remarkably interesting backdrop. Immediately, I turned around and hastened my steps towards her receding figure. Past experiences taught me that when my body reacts first, it signifies that something beyond awaits me. For that moment, which exists neither before nor after.

Create your own 'rule' and deeply 'understand' it for 'evolution'.

As I neared Seongsu-dong after crossing the Cheongdam Bridge, a voice pierced my thoughts, urging me to head 'there'. A few weeks ago, I had already faced disappointment at 'that place'. What about this time? I decided to trust my intuition once more.

Two extraordinary people, busy taking Instagram-worthy photos of each other. Standing by, I realized it was my cue to step in. First, I went 'Ahem' to clear my throat.

They say even a brief encounter can lead to a connection, but that day I encountered Riho three times. I missed him in his hurried pace twice, there was no way I was going to miss him this time

Often, we achieve our goals through chance rather than plan. The photo of her vaulting over a fence just after the shoot attracted me more than any other from that day.

I've always volunteered for 'hustle mode'. Without it, I felt a step away from my dreams, leading to self-reproach. But lately, I prioritize 'recovery mode', investing in proper rest and creating space for new energy. I've realized this is indeed the way to move closer to my dreams.

Her style so captivating, it could even hold back commuters from heading home. Though it bordered on excessive overtime, I was confident I wouldn’t mind it. Pondering how to express my feelings, I decided to generously scatter a large heart shape and my favorite sunset hues.

I admittedly know little of the common struggles faced by my subjects, mainly having to face the sun (a matter of angle and direction). William was voicing this very grievance. Yet, the ruthless photographer that I am, I pretended not to hear and pressed the shutter. Click!

I began to wait outside the cafe after he entered. As always, the sundial wasn’t on my side. As the shadows reached my feet, he quickly emerged from the cafe, finally turning the situation to my advantage.

Character is forged through hardship, and skill in solitude. Even if torn and shattered, the steps of perseverance you take now are foreshadowing of the epiphany you will soon encounter. Please don't not give up. I support your youth.

My story with her goes back a year, to when I tried to cast her for the Z brand launch. Unfortunately, she had returned to her home country by then. As this campaign shoot was nearing its end, I heard she had returned to Seoul. I couldn't shake off the thought that she might be the final puzzle piece for this shoot.

Sometimes, it's tough to initiate a conversation with certain people, seemingly predestined to reject any attempt. Yet, preconceptions are less daunting than the rationale I possess, prompting me to always charge ahead. However, having a 'joker card' to break down the fortress is crucial. As I pulled out the 'sneakers' card, a shared interest, a smile began to form on her lips.

Even as we conversed, my eyes ceaselessly roved around. Where is best? The grid pattern on his shirt, the straight shadows on the street, the horizontal and vertical lines on the factory walls. Only then did my eyes sigh in relief.

This moment might be solely for my memory. Having frequented Seongsu like my own home in April, without a single proof shot to show for it. To call it merely a construction barrier would undersell the vibrant colors and the afternoon sunlight settling upon it. Everything is prepared. Come on in, I'm ready for you!

'Love yourself.'

Why did I only now realize it's the key to all life's problems?