cizucu Presents 'World Animal Day' | Challenge #39

‘World Animal Day’ is a global online photo contest curated by cizucu, open to all creators registered on cizucu. Outstanding works will be selected through a curatorial process, aiming to discover new talent on the platform and foster support within the community.

Last week, October 4, marked ‘World Animal Day’. Throughout October, various initiatives for animal welfare and protection take place worldwide. In this context, we are holding a contest themed on .

Our relationships with animals are diverse. Some welcome animals as family members, while others dedicate their lives to protecting endangered species. Yet, all animals have shared this earth with us throughout history, and understanding and safeguarding them is a responsibility entrusted to humanity.

For this contest, you may submit photographs of animals close to you or images of wildlife. By capturing animals living in the same moment as us, we hope to celebrate biodiversity and explore the joy of life on Earth through photography.

Photographing wildlife, in particular, requires patience. Please refer to the articles below, and be mindful not to disturb animals or put yourself at risk during your creative process. We look forward to your submissions.

はくらく

📷 Panasonic | DC-GH5M2

cizucu Editorial Team
Animals possess a unique beauty inherent to their species, shaped by nature’s emotional forms and colors. Please submit works that carefully observe and capture the delicate details of animals.

Douglas

📷 PENTAX K-5

cizucu Editorial Team
In some regions, animals are an integral part of daily life, supporting human existence. This is proof of a mutual understanding that transcends language. After all, even Santa Claus could not deliver presents without his reindeer.

yuya4four

📷 LEICA SL2-S

cizucu Editorial Team
Of course, you are welcome to submit photographs of beloved family members. Capture those unique expressions overflowing with affection, moments that reflect your bond, or your pet’s growth and challenges—images only you can create.


We hope this contest will inspire you to explore biodiversity and the joy of life on Earth.
We look forward to your submissions.

[Contest Period]
October 14, 2023 (Sat) – November 13, 2023 (Mon)

[Announcement of Awards]
November 28, 2023 (Tue)

[How to Submit]
・Select the contest ‘World Animal Day’
・Tap ‘Agree to the Submission Guidelines and Post’
・Choose your content and submit your work

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