
Image by tsuyoshi.kasai
Mountain Mystery
'Mountain Mystery' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to any creator registered with cizucu. The contest aims to curate outstanding works from submissions, discover new talents as a platform, and support the community.
'Because it's there' is a famous quote by British mountaineer George Mallory.
We are captivated by mountains, we gaze at them, climb them, and photograph them.
But why are we so drawn to mountains?
The theme of this contest is 'The Mystery of the Mountains'. Some may be enchanted by their grandeur, others by the diversity of life they host. Or perhaps, the joy lies in discovering a new self through climbing. Capture the power of mountains and submit your work.
We aim to express each creator's relationship with mountains and unravel the mystery of the mountains.
We look forward to many submissions.

Image by tsuyoshi.kasai
tsuyoshi.kasai
📷 Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
cizucu Editorial Team
A magical shot capturing Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. The mountain's sheer size encompasses the lake and sky, constantly asserting its presence to us.

Image by GAMI
GAMI
📷 SONY | ILCE-7RM4
cizucu Editorial Team
In Japan, where mountainous regions are abundant, mountains are not just special entities but part of our everyday landscape. In the hustle and bustle of modern life, gazing at mountains might be the simplest way to reconnect with Mother Earth.

Image by a_k_gram72
akgram72
📷 NIKON Z 6
cizucu Editorial Team
The diversity of life in the mountains is another reason we are fascinated by them. It seems to tell us where we came from.

Image by ちば きょうへい
ちば きょうへい
📷 SONY | ILCE-9
cizucu Editorial Team
Unexpected discoveries in the mountains always spark our curiosity. When we want to escape the information society and remember our often-forgotten human instincts, mountains are the perfect choice.

Image by tomokun0102
tomokun0102
📷 NIKON Z 6_2
cizucu Editorial Team
When recalling a journey to a distant place, we realize that the mountain scenery we saw is etched in our minds. Looking back at the album, we find that we indeed took photos. Surely, it was the mysterious power of the mountains that compelled us.
Contest Information
【Event Period】
Saturday, April 20, 2024, to Sunday, May 19, 2024
【Announcement of Winners】
Sunday, June 9, 2024
【Rewards】
Basic License (M size) purchase by cizucu (2 works)
【How to Enter】
・Select the contest 'Mountain Mystery'
・Tap 'Agree to the Terms and Submit'
・Select the content to submit your work
【Judging Criteria】
(1) Thematic: Does it align with the stated mission?
(2) Subjective: Does the photographer's intent come across in the photo?
(3) Expressive: Is there expressive power in perspective, composition, balance, focus, and color?
(4) Momentary: Does it capture the shutter chance and timing of the subject?
(5) Originality: Is there unique creativity in the shooting location and subject?