squaring the circle

An editorial photo series exploring the human instinct to share warmth through the simple act of a hug. Capturing the four intimate steps of an embrace, this series visually unfolds the universal language of connection and comfort.

[1] THE DISTANCE
[2] THE APPROACH
[3] THE ARRIVAL
[4] THE RESOLVE.

„It was the day I left my first home after moving to an unfamiliar country. Those were the days when everything still felt insecure. My sweet landlord, Nicole, asked if she could give us a hug to say goodbye. As an introverted Asian man, I thought about it for a moment, but it seemed rude to refuse, so I opened my arms with saying, ‘Why not?’. She came closer and hugged me tightly. and I could feel my breathing and her breathing very closely. Even though I can’t remember how long we hugged, With the warmth she shared, my stiff body began to relax. […]“

In collaboration with Ju-Yeol Han.