WHAT IS ROOM 22 : 22?

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We each enter this world at a specific moment and within our own unique circumstances. These differences can leave us feeling isolated, yearning for those who truly understand us—our matching souls. I know that feeling well.

Some are lucky—they find connection easily, bonding deeply with family or making lifelong friends early on. Others wander for years, only to find their person later in life. It's all part of the same truth: we lead inherently different lives. One of the starkest differences for me has always been my eyes—the way I see the world. No one around me seemed to share that view; they couldn’t see what I saw.

- shin

You can express your perspective until every word is exhausted, yet some truths elude even the most eloquent of descriptions. There are experiences and emotions that transcend language, lingering in the silence between thoughts—a depth of feeling that remains untold. Perhaps I simply lacked the right words to convey my vision. Over time, I discovered that the most profound way to share my perspective was through visual storytelling. Photography became my medium for transforming my reality into an experience others could grasp. When someone finally glimpsed the world as I did through my images, it felt as though I had unlocked a universal language—a connection I cherished deeply. That’s how my journey with photography began, and it continues to ignite my passion to this day.

Through my work and the essence of room 22 : 22, I seek out kindred spirits who perceive the world as I do. There’s a profound comfort in the belief that, in time, my art will forge connections with those who share my vision—those who instinctively grasp this perspective without the need for words. It’s a journey of understanding that transcends explanation.

Throughout my journey, I’ve experimented, explored, and fallen in love with various forms of expression. That’s why room 22 : 22 transcends the confines of a traditional photography studio. While my photography serves as the foundation for much of my work, it represents just one facet of a grander vision. Beauty, architecture, and music are woven into the very fabric of who I am and what I create. My photography is a heartfelt tribute to these elements, capturing the beauty that often goes unnoticed. As my work continues to evolve, it will increasingly reveal the profound ways in which these passions are connected in all that I produce.

room 22 : 22 is my creative outlet, a space where I bring various forms of art to life. In my Projects section, you’ll find architectural projects, furniture pieces, and my studio collections. The collections, in particular, might be the most unexpected. They are inspired by the photos I take, each collection forming its own world of themes, expressed not only through photography but also through drawings, books, stickers, apparel, and more. Every collection tells a story, and I hope that story resonates with those who experience it.

So, if I were to answer the question, ‘What is room 22 : 22?’ in a few words, I’d say it’s a space where I bring my vision and creativity to life across various art forms—photography, design, and more. It’s a room where I explore beauty in all its forms and offer select pieces for those who connect with my work to bring into their own lives through my Store. room 22 : 22 is not just a studio—it’s an invitation to see the world through my eyes.