Within the cizucu community, global online photo contests are held regularly, open to all for submissions. From contests curated by cizucu to collaborations with brands, the range of themes is diverse and ever-evolving. These open calls are designed to inspire individual creativity and foster rich, uninhibited expression.
Currently, four contests are underway: “January Diary '26,” “Traveling Away From Here,” “Rule of Thirds,” and “Find Red.”
This feature introduces selected submissions from each ongoing contest, along with contest details.
January Diary '26
Theme: January Diary
Submission Deadline: Sunday, January 31, 2026
Photo by FLYA
FLYA
Frozen Icicles
📷 NIKON Z 8
cizucu Editorial Team
In the midst of severe cold, these towering ice formations appear as if time itself has stopped. The frozen flow of water and layers of snow vividly convey the harshness and tranquility of January. This photograph captures an overwhelming sense of presence and stirring emotion that words alone cannot express, rendered with meticulous care.
Traveling Away From Here
Theme: Memories from a Journey
Submission Deadline: Monday, February 9, 2026
Photo by Raku satsu
Raku satsu
We walk
📷 SONY α7 IV
cizucu Editorial Team
Two shadows walking across a vast landscape encapsulate the passage of time on a journey. The distance between them suggests a relationship built on mutual trust, leaving a lingering warmth. Perhaps it is these unremarkable moments that leave the deepest impressions when traveling. Rendered in monochrome, the image transcends personal memory, resonating with the experiences and emotions of each viewer.
Rule of Thirds
Theme: Rule of Thirds Composition
Submission Deadline: Monday, February 16, 2026
Photo by Lawrence Liou
Lawrence Liou
A vehicle moves along the Aewol coast of Jeju Island,
not to reach a destination,
but to let the eye wander freely within the choice of one third.
cizucu Editorial Team
A road dividing the scene, rugged rocks, and the expansive sea—each element is clearly delineated, yet they coexist in exquisite balance. The stability created by the rule of thirds guides the viewer’s gaze sequentially through the composition. This work evokes a refreshing sense of clarity.
Find Red
Theme: Red
Submission Deadline: Monday, February 23, 2026
Photo by zuushimmy
zuushimmy
Red stands out in a minimal composition
📷 LEICA M10
cizucu Editorial Team
A familiar scene is elevated into a striking work through contrast and composition. Amidst a landscape shrouded in darkness, a single red sign commands attention, drawing the viewer’s gaze. More than simply conveying “stop,” the red injects a sense of tension throughout the space, powerfully engaging our senses.