Mission

The theme for this open call is "Backlight." People, flowers, dogs, buildings, clouds, waves, trees, others, and oneself—everything is shaped by light. It is through illumination that outlines emerge, forms become visible, and existence takes on definition. This is not about front lighting or side lighting, but about facing the light head-on as the photographer—backlight. To confront the light directly is also to confront oneself. This is no simple task. Clear light reveals even the most obscure shadows within ourselves and others, laying everything bare. Yet, the mercy of light can also reinforce our recognition of self and others. In photographing your subject, you may find you are also photographing yourself. Sun, streetlights, strobes, fire—any light source is welcome. Pursue the light you trust, and let it illuminate your own being. We look forward to your submissions. -- *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.*