cizucu Presents 'Time Traveler' | Challenge #7

“If you pass through the torii gate, you’ll find yourself in a dazzling land of the past”—so sings Spitz, but even without passing through a torii, you may find yourself reflecting on the past when you encounter the unfamiliar typography on a rusted sign while walking through the city.

These nostalgic buildings and signs, which could be called the quintessential Japanese landscape, may one day be demolished due to redevelopment or lost to earthquakes, and future generations may never see them.

This month’s mission is to become a time traveler—discovering and capturing those fleeting moments in time that only we, living in the present, can notice. Through these photographs, we aim to uncover the universal aesthetics and spirit of Japan and connect them to the future. We look forward to seeing works captured in lesser-known places, rather than popular spots.

[Contest Period]
May 8, 2023 (Mon) – June 11, 2023 (Sun)

[Rewards]

• License acquisition of awarded works by cizucu
• Invitation to PRO account (Ambassador Program)

[How to Submit]

• Select the ‘Time Traveler’ contest
• Tap “Agree to Submission Guidelines and Submit”
• Select your content and submit your work

[Selection Criteria]
(1) Thematic Relevance: Does the work align with the stated mission?
(2) Subject Focus: Does the photograph clearly convey the photographer’s intent and message?
(3) Expressiveness: Does the work demonstrate strength in perspective, composition, balance, focus, and color?
(4) Timing: Has the photographer captured the decisive moment?
(5) Originality: Does the work show unique creativity in location or subject?