Thank you for the many submissions to the recent hashtag campaign <#zoom>.
We received a wealth of works that capture worlds invisible to the naked eye and compositions unique to close-up framing!
From the submissions to this campaign, we have selected and are pleased to introduce several featured artworks.
Editor’s Choice #zoom
Photo by 川口優貴
川口優貴
Gaze
cizucu Editorial Team
This shot captures a tiger behind bars. The greatest allure of the zoom technique is its ability to reveal the "vital energy of life" that eludes the naked eye. In this work, not only is the sharpness of the tiger’s gaze rendered, but even the texture of each individual hair is depicted in striking detail. The composition, with the bars in the foreground, emphasizes both the ferocity of the tiger and the difficulty of approaching such a formidable creature.
Photo by まおち
まおち
🌞
cizucu Editorial Team
This photograph captures the back of the Tower of the Sun at Expo '70 Commemorative Park in Osaka. When photographing large structures, it can be compelling to focus on a particular section and fill the frame, rather than capturing the entire object. This approach not only accentuates the monument’s scale but also highlights the bold sun motif, making the composition especially effective in showcasing the subject’s appeal.
Photo by kahoru
kahoru
cizucu Editorial Team
This close-up of a sparrow, captured with a zoom, reveals the delicate texture of its feathers—details that are otherwise imperceptible. The tactile quality of the tree bark in the foreground, the rounded form of the perched sparrow, and the soft, clearly rendered plumage are all elements that cannot be easily observed with the naked eye. This is precisely what makes the act of zooming in so rewarding. Additionally, the blurred background further accentuates the subject’s texture, leaving a strong impression of the vitality of the living creature depicted.
In Closing
We hope you enjoyed this feature.
Perhaps you have discovered the unique appeal of using zoom to capture a moment, as seen in these diverse examples.
While close-up compositions reveal certain aspects and enable specific expressions, wide-angle compositions also offer their own distinctive allure. By understanding the characteristics and effects of each, you can master both zoom and wide perspectives in your photographic practice!
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