Cover photo shimizu_nobu_
December Diary
'December Diary' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to any creator registered with cizucu. We curate outstanding entries to discover new talents as a platform and support the community.
The theme this time is 'December Diary'.
The 'Diary' series is a contest where you post photos taken daily along with the day's events, like a diary.
Diaries are a valuable way to record your life and experiences. By reflecting, you can objectively grasp your growth and changes and gain new insights. Please write your stories to organize your daily thoughts and feelings.
December is finally here. In 2024, there are only a few more chances to press the shutter. Capture Christmas, year-end parties, the changing cityscape, or the beautiful starry sky.
Let's share the photos taken this month again with the cizucu community. We look forward to many submissions!
Inspiration
Photo by shimizu_nobu_
shimizunobu
cizucu Editorial Team
The gentle sweetness of Stollen and the understated yet festive pinecone ornaments evoke a warm December moment. Capture scenes that warm the heart on a cold winter morning.
Photo by kotalun
kotalun
Winter Scenery
📷 NIKON D7500
cizucu Editorial Team
The steam rising from the kettle and the soft glow of the stove convey a cozy atmosphere inside the house. The contrast with the snowy scenery outside the window is beautiful, capturing the harmony of cold and warmth unique to December. Capture those 'comforting moments' you feel in everyday life.
Photo by ek_photofeeling
ek_photofeeling
Cloudy Cityscape.
📷 Canon EOS R5
cizucu Editorial Team
The setting sun dyes the clouds red, highlighting the silhouette of the city. The cold December air creates a tense silence, beautifully capturing the atmosphere of a city approaching the end of the year. Look for dramatic moments hidden in everyday scenery.
Photo by Hayato Sato
Hayato Sato
Communication
📷 NIKON Z 7_2
cizucu Editorial Team
The composition of the starry sky and communication tower beautifully depicts the harmony between nature and man-made structures. In the clear winter air, the starry night conveys a sense of serenity. Although it is undoubtedly cold, why not capture a moment away from the daily hustle while gazing at the night sky?
Photo by Ryuzi
Ryuzi
While strolling through Okage Yokocho during a visit to Ise Shrine, I found a cat napping.
📷 SONY α7 III
cizucu Editorial Team
The peaceful sleeping face of the cat adds a comforting warmth even in December. The background blur effect highlights the cat, beautifully expressing the moment it blends into the traditional townscape. Capture the small comforts you find in everyday life in your photos.
Contest Information
【Event Period】
Sunday, December 1, 2024 - Tuesday, December 31, 2024
【Award Announcement】
Tuesday, January 21, 2024
【Reward】
5000 yen credit to cizucu account (2 winners)
【How to Enter】
・Select the 'December Diary' contest
・Tap 'Agree to the terms and submit'
・Select your submission content and enter your work
【Judging Criteria】
(1) Thematic Relevance: Does it align with the stated mission?
(2) Subject Matter: Is the photographer's intent conveyed, and what message does the photo aim to express?
(3) Expression: Is there expressive power in perspective, composition, balance, focus, color, etc.?
(4) Moment Capture: Does it seize the shutter chance and timing of the subject?
(5) Originality: Is there unique creativity in the location, subject, etc.?
