cover image by k.2SSD
Introduction
'Sunlight Stories' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to any creator registered with cizucu. The contest curates outstanding works from submissions, aiming to discover new talents as a platform and support the community.
This time, the theme is 'Sunlight'.
Utilizing sunlight is crucial in photography. Sunlight engraves a rhythm of shadows into photos, illuminating the outlines of stories.
Spring's gentle light illuminating flower fields, summer's sun brightening coastlines, autumn's sunlight coloring the leaves, and winter's cold light softly lighting snow scenes. Stories are told through the changing scenes of the seasons.
Now, let's introduce the submissions and winning works.
Submission Introduction
k.2SSD
'Grace'
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot capturing sunlight streaming onto Japan's lush green fields. The caption reads 'Grace', perfectly expressing the sun as a blessing nurturing life. It beautifully portrays the sun's role in nature.
Monks
'Sunset on the Walkway'
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot of a walkway at dusk. The setting sun filtering through the trees reflects in puddles. It captures a familiar path in a different light, evoking a sense of solitude.
Winning Works
Yukihiro
'A Day with Strong Light'
📷 LEICA M (Typ 240)
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot capturing people reflected in glass. Reflection is an intriguing phenomenon created by sunlight in the city, offering a mysterious sensation of being led to another world.
Yukihiro
'A Day with Strong Light'
📷 LEICA M (Typ 240)
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot capturing people reflected in glass. Reflection is an intriguing phenomenon created by sunlight in the city, offering a mysterious sensation of being led to another world.
I'm___yuto__
📷 SONY | ILCE-7M3
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot capturing light streaming into a large building in the city. Even in mundane scenes, capturing sunlight can reveal a spotlight illuminating someone.
decomp3104
'Skyrail's Morning Sun'
📷 SONY | ILCE-7RM5
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot of the world's only skyrail. Although it has ceased operation, the morning sun seems to honor its brave form that once carried people.
In Conclusion
How was it?
This contest revealed new perspectives on the world by capturing the ever-changing cityscape with sunlight as a starting point.
We look forward to seeing the scenes you discover by following the sunlight on cizucu.
See you at the next contest!
