cizucu Presents 'Love, From Here' | Challenge #302

'Love, From Here' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to all creators registered on the cizucu platform. The contest aims to curate outstanding submissions, discover new talents, and support the community.

The theme for this contest is 'Love Found Here.'

In our daily lives, there are small yet heartwarming moments of 'love' hidden around us.

The warmth of someone's hand, the gentle hues of the sky when you look up, or the small sense of comfort born in a conversation.
These are feelings that are hard to put into words but can be felt as something undeniably present.

Whether it's time spent with a partner, family, or friends, moments of self-reflection, or even an inexplicable emotional stir, we invite you to express the 'love found here' through light, shadow, color, and space.

'Love, From Here.'
We look forward to seeing your unique perspective captured in a single frame.

Hayato Sato

📷 NIKON D5300

cizucu Editorial Team
The eyes peeking through the flowing mane seemed to hold a quiet kindness beneath their strength. Even without words, their gaze seemed to gently accept us. In that moment, I felt the undeniable presence of 'love' simply by their being there.

Haruki Murakawa

cizucu Editorial Team
The figure holding a bouquet, as if melting into the light, left behind only the warmth of their feelings for someone. Even without seeing their face or knowing their name, the 'thank you' or 'I love you' entrusted to the flowers softly filled the room. This moment quietly taught me about love that speaks louder than words.

Ryuji Azuma

📷 LEICA Q2

cizucu Editorial Team
The smooth texture of the cream, with traces of someone's hands left behind, conveyed a gentle love in the process. Perhaps love is more deeply felt in the time spent mixing and checking colors than in the finished dessert. Though invisible, even a single spoonful seemed to carry warm feelings.

qp
'August 14, Obon.'

📷 FUJIFILM XT-4

cizucu Editorial Team
In the streaming light, a pair of feet stretched out from the bed, and a small dog slept peacefully on the floor. The relaxed distance between them conveyed the warmth of a family atmosphere. This photo reminded me that it's not the special events but the ordinary moments that leave the deepest impression of 'love.'

Umedays

cizucu Editorial Team
A lone white bird standing on the vast water's surface did not appear lonely but rather in harmony with the quiet world around it. Love isn't only found in being with others; it can also reside in moments of peaceful self-reflection. This scene, though silent, gently reminded me of the love that breathes quietly in the stillness.

【Event Period】
Saturday, December 13, 2025 – Monday, January 12, 2026

【Winner Announcement】
Around Friday, January 23, 2026

【Rewards】
Free participation in cizucu's 'Photo Poster Project' (valued at 6,000 yen, for 2 winners)

【How to Enter】
・Select the contest 'Love, From Here'
・Tap 'Agree to the Terms and Submit'
・Choose your submission content and apply

【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 perfect moment?
(5) Originality: Does it show unique creativity in location, subject, or concept?