Cover photo by mumei ksm
The cizucu community regularly hosts global online photo contests that anyone can enter. These contests range from those organized by cizucu to collaborations with brands, covering a wide variety of themes. The goal is to inspire individual creativity and enable rich, unrestricted expression.
This time, we introduce four ongoing contests: 'Night Cruising,' 'Blurred Moments,' 'What I Feel,' and 'September Diary '25,' along with selected entries and contest details.
Night Cruising
Theme: Summer Nights
Submission Deadline: Sunday, September 7, 2025
decomp3104
Thermal Power Plant × Fireworks
📷 SONY α7 IV
cizucu Editorial Team
This photo captures a thermal power plant, which would typically appear lifeless, alongside the summer spectacle of fireworks. The intricate trails of sparks in the night sky harmonize with the complex shapes of ships and structures. The dazzling fireworks add a new dimension to the usual scenery, encapsulating the unique atmosphere of a summer night.
Blurred Moments
Theme: Blur
Submission Deadline: Monday, September 15, 2025
R°
📷 SONY α7 IV
cizucu Editorial Team
This striking image captures the blur of people crossing a pedestrian walkway. The contrast between the unchanging crosswalk and the hurried movement of people evokes a sense of coldness, as if questioning our modern existence. The blurred outlines and colors of clothing abstract the scene, leaving a lingering impression on viewers.
What I Feel
Theme: My Feelings
Submission Deadline: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
mumei ksm
Bon Odori
📷 Canon EOS 6D Mark II
cizucu Editorial Team
The lanterns illuminate the Bon Odori dance on a summer night. Amid the lively sounds and voices of the festival and the humid air brushing against the skin, there is a sense of nostalgia and transience. The softly swaying lantern lights, the blurred silhouettes of people in the foreground, and the monochrome tones evoke an indescribable emotional resonance.
September Diary '25
Theme: September Diary
Submission Deadline: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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cizucu Editorial Team
Nature's expressions change daily, sometimes aligning with our emotions in fleeting moments. The sea you saw that day lingers in your mind, not just for its beauty but for something ineffable. While its essence may remain elusive, capturing it through the lens allows you to preserve not only the scene but also your feelings.
