Cover photo by emi
Intentional Water
'Intentional Water' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to all creators registered on the cizucu platform. The contest aims to curate outstanding works from submissions, discover new talent, and support the community.
The theme this time is 'Expressions Using Water.'
Water is a common element in photography.
Reflections using puddles.
Bokeh effects created by raindrops on windows.
The flow of rivers and waterfalls.
The spray of water from fountains or showers.
Each of these involves intentional techniques, such as adjusting focus or shutter speed, and reflects the creator's vision.
Submit your photos that effectively utilize water as a creative element. We look forward to your submissions.
Inspiration
Photo by emi
emi
Water in an Aquarium
📷 NICON COOLPIX B700
cizucu Editorial Team
Is it raining heavily? Large bubbles form on the puddle, and raindrops spread across the foreground window or some kind of filter. While the overall tone is dark, the light streaming in from the left adds a nice accent.
Photo by hkr_capturedmoments
hkr_capturedmoments
The Sky and Buildings Reflected in a Puddle
📷 Google Pixel 8
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot that makes use of puddle reflections. The main subject is the image reflected in the puddle, with the actual objects intentionally left out. The slight distortion in the center and bottom left of the photo might be due to water droplets on the lens. Whether intentional or not, it adds an interesting accent.
Photo by yuko.
yuko.
Children Playing with Water
📷 Apple iPhone 14 Pro
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot of children playing in the spray of a fountain in a plaza. The bright summer sky and blazing sun emphasize the refreshing nature of the water spray. The high shutter speed captures the droplets beautifully, with the bokeh effect adding to the photo's cool and refreshing feel.
Photo by れむ-remm-
れむ-remm-
📷 FUJIFILM SP-3000
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot taken underwater. The rocky ground suggests it was taken in a river. Hands are clasped underwater, with bubbles forming as an accent, possibly from the force of the movement.
Contest Information
【Event Period】
September 6, 2025 (Saturday) ~ October 6, 2025 (Sunday)
【Winner Announcement】
Around Monday, October 20, 2025
【Rewards】
Free participation ticket for cizucu's 'Photo Poster Project' (worth 6,000 yen, for 2 winners)
【How to Enter】
・Select the contest 'Intentional Water'
・Tap 'Agree to the Terms and Submit'
・Choose your submission content and submit your work
【Judging Criteria】
(1) Theme: Does it align with the stated mission?
(2) Subject: Does the photo convey the photographer's intent?
(3) Expression: Is there skill in perspective, composition, balance, focus, and color?
(4) Timing: Does it capture the right moment?
(5) Originality: Are the location and subject creatively chosen?
