Cover photo by Nostalgic Patrol
September Diary '25
'September Diary '25' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to all creators registered with cizucu. The contest aims to curate outstanding submissions, discover new talents, and support the community.
This time, the theme is 'September Diary'.
The 'Diary' series is a contest where participants post photos taken daily, along with the day's events, much like a diary.
Diaries are a valuable way to document your life and experiences. Reflecting on them allows you to objectively grasp your growth and changes, gaining new insights. Take this opportunity to organize your thoughts and feelings by sharing your story.
September, when the summer heat subsides and a sense of calm fills the air.
From the train station platform at dusk, the street trees along your commute, to the moon floating in the night sky. On a still-warm evening, you might suddenly sense the hint of autumn in the air.
Why not capture your emotions as the seasons change and preserve them as a photo diary?
Share the photos you take this month with the cizucu community. We look forward to your submissions!
Inspiration
Photo by gs_pilot
gs_pilot
Harvest Moon
📷 NIKON Z 6
cizucu Editorial Team
The composition naturally guides the viewer's gaze from the depth of the slope to the residential area and finally to the moon in the night sky. The presence of the large moon at the end of the view leaves a lingering impression, as if encountering an unexpected scene in everyday life.
Photo by S.Yasu Photo
S.Yasu Photo
Lake Toya and Mt. Yotei at Sunset
📷 PENTAX K-1 Mark II
cizucu Editorial Team
Watching the sky and lake surface shift from soft purple to crimson, I felt the gentle air of summer fading away. The silhouette of the mountain floating among the clouds deepened the tranquility, making me feel as if I were witnessing the moment the season opened its next chapter.
Photo by choriko
choriko
📷 Canon EOS 8000D
cizucu Editorial Team
Looking up at the fireworks blooming in the night sky, I felt a gentle glow of summer lingering deep in my heart. The shadows of trees and buildings added a touch of everyday life to the scene, blending a sense of festivity with the bittersweet atmosphere of late summer.
Photo by ATSUSHI HIRANO
ATSUSHI HIRANO
📷 SONY α7 IV
cizucu Editorial Team
The golden hues of the mountain slopes illuminated by sunlight revealed the early arrival of autumn in the highlands. Yet, the air still carried a faint trace of summer, capturing a fleeting moment of transition within the grandeur of nature.
Photo by Nostalgic Patrol
Nostalgic Patrol
'This summer was so much fun!'
Families returning from the pool,
the sound of autumn footsteps beyond the sunset.
'Surely, next year too.'
cizucu Editorial Team
The sight of people walking in the evening light seemed to carry the lingering warmth of summer. The presence of float rings and the silhouettes of their backs conveyed the joy of playtime, while also hinting at the bittersweet closing of the season. Along the familiar paths of daily life, I caught a glimpse of September's unmistakable presence.
Contest Information
【Event Period】
Monday, September 1, 2025 – Tuesday, September 30, 2025
【Winner Announcement】
Around Monday, October 13, 2025
【Rewards】
Free participation ticket for cizucu's 'Photo Poster Project' (worth 6,000 yen, for 2 winners)
【How to Enter】
・Select the contest 'September Diary '25'
・Tap 'Agree to the terms and submit'
・Choose your submission content and submit your work
【Judging Criteria】
(1) Thematic Relevance: Does it align with the stated mission?
(2) Subject Focus: Does the photo convey the photographer's intent?
(3) Expressiveness: Does it demonstrate skill in perspective, composition, balance, focus, and color?
(4) Timing: Does it capture the subject at the right moment?
(5) Originality: Does it show unique creativity in location, subject, etc.?
