Introduction
Who am I?—Every now and then, I find myself asking this question. And I let it linger, unanswered. In a world that never stands still, I believe the answer is always shifting. We are all part of that constant change—and I choose to embrace it, to act within it, as a living, breathing part of this grand story we’re all writing together.
A photographer, a storyteller, an artist, a poet—at different times, I’ve worn these labels. And yet, I don’t fully fit into any of them. Perhaps that’s the point. I am none of them, and yet, in some way, I am all of them.
Creation has been a thread running through my life since childhood. I’ve always been a dreamer—building worlds, real or imagined, where I could escape, explore, and shape something new. Whether it was through art, stories, or the quiet moments that came with simply being alive, I’ve always been drawn to creating spaces where beauty and meaning could unfold.
When I first held a camera in my hands, something happens. It wasn’t just about capturing what I saw; it was about capturing the feeling, the silence, the depth of the moment. That first camera became my passport to the world, and from that moment on, I’ve never stopped exploring the beauty of life through its lens.
As time has passed, I’ve walked further along my own inner path, and one thing has become clear: there’s no need to rush toward tomorrow. We live so much in the future, but today is all we really have. This moment, right here, is where life is happening.
So, in this space, I’m sharing fragments of my journey—images, moments, thoughts—a reflection of how I see the world, and how I choose to embrace its beauty. It’s not just a collection of photographs, but a quiet poetry of life itself.
With deep gratitude—
Mij Hideki Sōland