Mission

Composition in photography possesses the power to convey stories and profoundly influence visual impact. The theme of this contest, the "Hinomaru composition," is a simple yet powerful approach that places the subject at the center, creating a unique sense of visual harmony and balance. For this open call, we invite submissions that capture and express a wide range of subjects—people, nature, urban scenes, objects, and more—through the lens of the Hinomaru composition, interpreted freely and creatively. Even creators who do not usually employ the Hinomaru composition are encouraged to explore its potential, discovering new inspiration by experimenting with this distinctive style. We look forward to receiving your imaginative and original works! *Submissions that violate our guidelines ( https://www.cizucu.com/terms/guideline ) will not be considered by the curatorial jury. *Selected artists may be contacted by the cizucu team to confirm personal information such as address.