Cover photo by fujikko
Introduction
'Life in Harmony' is a global online photo contest 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 of this photo contest, held in collaboration with the Sakishima Pre-Expo Executive Committee, was 'Connection of Life'.
Our lives are supported by the vast vessels of the universe, sea, and earth, interconnected with each other. By focusing on your interests, hobbies, and life, you can feel and discover connections with others.
Now, let's introduce the submitted and award-winning works.
Introduction of Submitted Works
Photo by Sui
Sui
Connection
cizucu Editorial Team
This photo captures the quiet warmth and connection of holding hands gently in a car. By capturing a seemingly mundane moment, it transforms into a scene where love and bonds manifest, expressing the theme of 'Connection of Life' by highlighting the small happiness and compassion hidden in our daily lives.
Photo by FLOWER🌻
FLOWER🌻
Dear family…
📷 Apple iPhone15 Pro
cizucu Editorial Team
This piece captures a peaceful moment spent with animals at home, evoking a sense of kindness and tranquility found in everyday life. The natural companionship of dogs and cats, as if they are part of the family, conveys a warm relationship of mutual support. The soft light and warmth of the wood create a serene atmosphere, gently portraying the 'Connection of Life' built between humans and animals.
Photo by kazuya.s.photography
kazuya.s.photography
Wakasa Oi's Super Great Fire Festival
📷 SONY ILCE-7M3
cizucu Editorial Team
The powerful flames of the traditional event 'Super Great Fire Festival' in Wakasa Oi are magnificently captured. The vigorously burning flames and flying sparks spread widely into the night sky, symbolizing the energy connecting the earth and sky. The passion and bonds of the community supporting and preserving this festival are conveyed through the work, emphasizing the vitality and unity created by the 'Connection of Life'. This piece captures a beautiful moment where the power of nature and the thoughts of people come together.
Award-Winning Works
Photo by Soichi Nishigaki
Soichi Nishigaki
In the gaps of a city where buildings are repeatedly built and demolished, I found life quietly breathing. Encountering such moments in the city brings a sense of warmth. Taken near Shinsaibashi, Osaka.
📷 LEICA Q2
cizucu Editorial Team
The image of young grass growing and reflecting on the water surface in the quiet after the rain is striking. The simple composition and beauty of reflection emphasize the vitality and connection with nature. The sight of life taking root in the city conveys hope for new life even in challenging situations. The reflection on the water surface seems to invite introspection, prompting us to consider how we coexist with nature and connect to the future.
Photo by taro
taro
Monkey grooming
cizucu Editorial Team
This heartwarming scene captures monkeys, presumably a parent and child, grooming each other. From this image, the family bonds and life activities that animals build in nature are conveyed. The act of grooming, as if a parent is caring for a child, symbolizes the universal 'Connection of Life' that transcends species. Together with the lush green background, this work evokes the importance of bonds within the ecosystem we coexist in, warming the heart.
Photo by fujikko
fujikko
Felt a little anxiety and a lot of kindness in that hand
cizucu Editorial Team
The sight of a small hand gently touching a baby's foot symbolizes the warm bonds of family and the preciousness of new life. The soft light and composition draw out the tranquility and reassurance created by the connection of life, evoking a warmth that seems to watch over the future. A superb piece that captures a beautiful moment resonating in the viewer's heart.
Photo by Yuya
Yuya
My 90-year-old grandmother. I took this photo thinking I might not be able to capture her again.
cizucu Editorial Team
This image of a quietly standing grandmother conveys the warmth and weight of a life lived through many years. Her expression, wrapped in soft light, exudes care and experience for her family, deeply moving the viewer. This work conveys the preciousness of the 'Connection of Life' that we should inherit, prompting us to reconsider the meaning of bonds across generations. A quiet yet powerful piece.
Photo by mumei ksm
mumei ksm
#Travel
📷 Canon EOS 6D Mark II
cizucu Editorial Team
The silhouette of two people gazing at the setting sun is beautifully captured in this piece. The sky and sea dyed by the sunset symbolize a moment of tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, conveying the deep bond between the two. The warm orange light highlights the connection between nature and people, reminding us of the preciousness of walking through life's moments together. A work that masterfully captures a heartwarming moment under the theme of 'Connection of Life'.
In Conclusion
How was it?
From everyday moments to traditional events, each photo evokes a deep connection between individuals and others, or between humans and nature. The gentle interactions with babies and animals remind us of kindness and warmth as symbols of love and trust. Meanwhile, scenes like the Super Great Fire Festival in Wakasa Oi allow us to experience the strength of regional unity and the power of long-standing traditions.
Through these works, we are reminded that life is not just about living but about interacting, supporting each other, and creating the future together. The 'Connection of Life' depicted from each perspective offers hope and inspiration for a richer society.
