Cover photo by masaki
Introduction
'Intentional Water' 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 talent and support the community as a whole.
The theme for this contest was 'expressions using water'! Now, let's take a look at the submissions and the winning entries.
Submissions
Photo by ゆう
ゆう
📷 RICOH GR III
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot of a wet road at night. The vertical streaks across the photo suggest it might still be raining. While the contest theme was water, this unique take on the wet road's texture adds a fresh perspective. It highlights how the condition of the road can dramatically alter the atmosphere of the photograph, showcasing the broad scope of expression possible with water.
Photo by Yuka Igarashi
Yuka Igarashi
I Am Monster
Patterns reflected on the water's surface are one of the reasons I love photographing water. Sometimes, you can even capture something that looks like a one-eyed monster by chance.
📷 NICON D750
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot of rippling water. While nothing specific is reflected, the ever-changing patterns on the surface create a mesmerizing effect. As the caption suggests, the playful nature of capturing fleeting shapes and patterns is one of the great joys of photographing water.
Photo by Yasushi
Yasushi
Night at Mount Fuji
The frozen lake reflects the night view of Mount Fuji beautifully.
cizucu Editorial Team
A stunning shot of Mount Fuji and the starry sky. The frozen lake in the foreground faintly reflects an inverted image of the mountain. While inverted Mount Fuji photos are common, this image highlights the rugged texture of the mountain and the divine proportions of its snow-covered peak, offering a fresh perspective.
Winning Entries
Photo by hhhiroooki
hhhiroooki
Being Here.
📷 LEICA Q2
cizucu Editorial Team
A serene shot of waves lapping at the shore, bathed in the warm glow of the setting sun. Watching the waves at the beach can be a meditative experience, and this photo captures that tranquility perfectly. The combination of the calm waves, the shoreline, and the golden light creates a scene that invites quiet reflection.
Photo by masaki
masaki
Ocean
cizucu Editorial Team
A dynamic shot capturing the moment water is kicked up in the shallows of the ocean. The person kicking the water is silhouetted against the light, while the kicked-up water sparkles in the sunlight, creating a magical and dynamic scene. The curves of the water and the shimmering light convey a sense of movement and energy.
In Conclusion
What comes to mind when you think of 'expressions using water'?
Perhaps reflections on the water's surface, vibrant splashes captured with adjusted shutter speeds, or the flow of rivers and waterfalls. The possibilities are endless.
However, it's easy to fall into clichés when turning these ideas into works of art. We hope you find inspiration in the incredible submissions from other participants.
