Nature’s Whisper
'Nature’s Whisper' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to any creator registered with cizucu. The contest aims to curate outstanding works from submissions, discover new talents as a platform, and support the community.
The theme this time is ‘The Beauty of Nature in Winter’.
Amidst the cold winter days, the natural landscape exudes a unique beauty.
This contest invites you to enjoy the joy of observing winter nature and plants, and to express that beauty through photography. Capture the subtle expressions of flowers covered in snow, frozen leaves, mountains adorned with ice crystals, or the brave figure of flowers thriving under the cold sky.
The goal of this contest is to discover the small yet undeniably present beauty of nature, akin to a whisper. We look forward to many submissions.
Inspiration
Image by Ray
Ray
‘In the Cold, Clear Air’
📷 NIKON Z 50
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot capturing the mountains beginning to gather snow and the plants that remain green even in winter. Climbing mountains is a New Year’s tradition, but most trees along the snowy paths have shed their leaves. Yet, occasionally, we are surprised by trees that remain lushly green.
Image by Tomoyuki Azuma
Tomoyuki Azuma
‘Hokkaido’
📷 NIKON D7200
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot of a solitary tree standing on the land of Hokkaido. The snow illuminated by the sun shines white, as if celebrating the miracle of its robust life. This is a photo that can only be seen in winter.
Image by Jang Kumi
Jang Kumi
‘The Scent of Cyclamen’
📷 NIKON D810
cizucu Editorial Team
Perhaps you may discover something by observing and photographing the cyclamen nearby. The flowers that color the difficult-to-grow winter season allow us to rediscover the diversity of the season.
Image by hikaru masamiya
hikaru masamiya
‘Interior with Square Light’
cizucu Editorial Team
Alternatively, you might discover the simple beauty of winter nature in the houseplants placed on your balcony. Take a look at the winter face of the houseplants that accompany you throughout the year.
Contest Information
【Event Period】
Saturday, January 13, 2024 – Monday, February 12, 2024
【Award Announcement】
Monday, February 26, 2023
【Rewards】
Purchase of three works with a basic license (M size) by cizucu
【How to Enter】
・Select the contest 'Nature’s Whisper'
・Tap 'Agree to the terms and submit'
・Select the content to submit your work
【Judging Criteria】
(1) Thematic Relevance: Does it align with the stated mission?
(2) Subject Matter: Does the intention of the photographer come across clearly?
(3) Expressiveness: Is there skill in perspective, composition, balance, focus, and color?
(4) Timing: Is the timing of capturing the subject well executed?
(5) Originality: Is there unique creativity in the location or subject matter?
