cizucu Hosts 'Living with Rain' Award Announcement | Challenge #240

'Living with Rain' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to all creators registered on the platform. The contest curates outstanding submissions to discover new talents and support the community as a platform.

This time, the theme was 'Rain.'

The rainy season is here again this year.
You can hear the sound of raindrops hitting umbrellas, and puddles glisten on the streets.

Although this season may feel gloomy, if you look closely, you might encounter moments that gently ease your heart.

Petals adorned with raindrops, the colors of umbrellas brightening the streets, and the sky after the rain.
This time, we shared the beauty that only rain can bring through photography.

Now, let us introduce the submissions and the winning entries.

Nagi Yonekawa

📷 SONY α7 II

cizucu Editorial Team
The deep green of the trees and the dark ground in shadow make the three umbrellas, lined up like traffic lights, stand out and catch the eye. Amid the coldness of the rain, you can feel the warmth of people and a somewhat heartwarming atmosphere. This is a striking snapshot that captures the unique charm of a rainy day with perfect balance and harmony.

Photo Diary
Rainy Day

📷 NIKON D3500

cizucu Editorial Team
By capturing the scene through a window covered with raindrops, an everyday landscape transforms into something like a painting. The sharp water droplets and the blurred buildings and intersections create a contrast that evokes a serene world between reality and dreams. This photo draws out the special emotions that only a rainy day can bring.

Sofu Yoshida
Rainy Sun Moon Lake, Purple Umbrella, Two Strangers

cizucu Editorial Team
The delicate ripples created by raindrops spread across the lake, enveloping the entire scene in a moist atmosphere and tranquility. In this setting, the sight of two people under a single purple umbrella adds a dramatic charm, as if it were a scene from a movie. The red of the boat and the green of the mountains, blurred by the rain, create a soft and unique beauty that only rainy days can offer.

Ka2
Tokyo

cizucu Editorial Team
The neon lights reflect on the wet asphalt, creating a quiet glow in the dark alley. Amid this scene, a transparent umbrella subtly appears, evoking a sense of human presence and warmth. This photo captures a poignant moment where the cold, mechanical solitude of a rainy urban night intersects with the warmth of human life, leaving a lasting impression.

kahoru
Rice Fields Shining with Fresh Green

cizucu Editorial Team
Perhaps after the rain, the water pooled in the rice fields reflects light, shining like jewels. The delicate swaying of each rice plant evokes the scent of soil and a refreshing breeze, making you forget the heaviness of the rainy season. This photo encapsulates the blessings and beauty brought by rain, a sight unique to this time of year.

What did you think?

The unique perspectives captured in these photos reveal the charm and beauty of rain in various forms, introducing us to expressions of rain we had never seen before. It reminds us of the joy of experiencing Japan's changing seasons through photography.

Thank you for all your submissions.
We look forward to seeing your works in the next photo contest!