The city is filled with various architectural structures.
From modernly designed skyscrapers to walls greened for environmental considerations. These meticulously crafted buildings by designers and craftsmen naturally draw focus to their intricate beauty, much like zooming in with a camera.
And as you pass through chic luxury boutiques, temples and shrines suddenly appear. Aerial views often reveal glimpses of the city's historical transformations through its architecture.
For example, at the 'Shikinen Sengu' ceremony held every 20 years at Ise Jingu, new shrine buildings are constructed each time to pass down skills across generations. Traditional techniques are preserved, and new ones emerge, creating a cycle that imbues buildings with diverse meanings and artistry.
The theme this time is, as the title suggests, Zoom in and out.
Like changing the magnification of a camera, delve into the details of architectural charm or take a broader view to touch upon the city's history. Step out into the city and capture its unique allure with your camera 📸
Inspiration
Image by Iino
Iino
“tokyo”
📷 PENTAX K-x
cizucu Editorial Team
The orderly windows reflect the towering Tokyo Tower. The seemingly inorganic arrangement of windows is actually the result of meticulous calculations. Designs created from various perspectives, such as the people who spend time there, the surrounding landscape, and functionality, are filled with the passionate thoughts of craftsmen and designers.
Image by fujikko
fujikko
“Ceiling”
📷 iPhone SE
cizucu Editorial Team
Mirrors randomly arranged on the ceiling reflect the scenery below, creating a fantastical world. It’s a shot that seems to take you into the unreachable world within the mirrors. Incidentally, mirrors serve to make spaces appear brighter and more spacious and are incorporated into many buildings. If you find one, be sure to capture and post it.
Image by Shimakou
Shimakou
cizucu Editorial Team
When you look at a cluster of houses from afar, you suddenly notice the diverse colors and shapes. Housing is essential for humans, and its design often strongly reflects the trends of the times. Take a broader view and reflect on the changing cityscape.
Image by はくらく
はくらく
“Three Brothers”
cizucu Editorial Team
According to the definition of Japan's Building Standards Act, a building is a structure fixed to the land that has a roof and columns or walls. Roofs support houses while being exposed to rain and sunlight. It might be the often-unfocused elements that are the source of diverse individuality.
How was it?
Just by being a little conscious, the usual cityscape might be colored differently.
Enjoy capturing the diverse artistry that resides in architecture 📸
Contest Information
[Event Period]
Saturday, August 26, 2023 – Tuesday, September 26, 2023
[How to Enter]
・Select the contest 'Zoom in and out'
・Tap 'Agree to the terms and submit'
・Select the content to submit your work
[Judging Criteria]
(1) Thematic Relevance: Does it align with the stated mission?
(2) Subjectivity: What does the photographer intend to convey in the photo?
(3) Expressiveness: Is there expressiveness in perspective, composition, balance, focus, color, etc.?
(4) Timeliness: Does it capture the shutter chance and timing of the subject?
(5) Originality: Is there unique creativity in the shooting location, subject, etc.?
