Cover photo by tk
Fragments of Memory
'Fragments of Memory' 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 on the platform, and support the community.
The theme this time is 'Fragments of Memory'.
In our new days, we encounter fragments of forgotten memories in unexpected moments.
Cracked walls of old buildings, dusty tools, fleeting glimmers in expressions—these are small proofs left quietly by time gone by.
Photography is not just a record; it can also revive stories that have weathered over time.
Memories captured in old photos, a passage from an old tale, warmth conveyed through touch. Capture a moment through your lens that brings forgotten moments back to life.
We look forward to many submissions!
Inspiration
Photo by Amo
Amo
📷 Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GX8
cizucu Editorial Team
The rusty shutter and the silhouette of a bicycle illuminated by the evening light gently evoke fragments of forgotten memories. The place where past lives once thrived and the scenery woven by people's thoughts. Even as time passes, the stories engraved there never fade, speaking to the hearts of those who see them. A wonderful piece that simultaneously conveys the warmth of the old and hope for the future.
Photo by ookinate23
ookinate23
cizucu Editorial Team
The cracked wall and rusty fittings seem to whisper memories nurtured over a long flow of time. This landscape, where traces of past lives remain, quietly holds stories often overlooked. Touching it might even let you feel the warmth of memories imprinted there. Just as the scars engraved over time do not fade, perhaps there are memories in our hearts that never lose their color. A piece that makes us feel the power of old things anew.
Photo by tk
tk
Warm and cozy.
📷 FUJIFILM X-T5
cizucu Editorial Team
The soft light of the lamp placed by the window and the serene expression of a small doll seem to make you forget the passage of time. A wonderful shot capturing the moment when memories of past days slowly revive in a space enveloped in the warmth of wood. The light that gently accompanies memories and the doll's engrossed reading posture evoke nostalgia and kindness at the same time. A piece that makes you realize that stories that never fade with time are indeed alive here.
Photo by I'm___yuto__
I'm___yuto__
#dailymoments
📷 Leica Q2
cizucu Editorial Team
Under dim lighting, the warmth of the wooden table and the books piled up against the wall tell the story of accumulated time. The old magazines and faded posters on the shelves seem to evoke fragments of memories etched by people. Just sitting down for a moment allows the scent of days gone by to spread in your heart, bringing nostalgia and warmth simultaneously. Like a quiet time capsule, this place makes you feel that many stories are alive here. A wonderful piece that evokes such feelings.
Photo by GAMI
GAMI
The last encounter of March
📷 SONY α7R IV
cizucu Editorial Team
A cat standing beyond a rusty fence is impressively captured in a moment of everyday life. Amidst the inorganic pipes and concrete walls, its quiet presence seems to evoke fragments of memories lingering in the heart. Even in the hustle and bustle of passing days, such small encounters color our memories, leaving a warm afterglow that lasts. A wonderful piece that makes you feel that many stories are breathing here, like a quiet time capsule.
Contest Information
【Event Period】
Saturday, March 22, 2025 – Monday, April 21, 2025
【Award Announcement】
Sunday, May 4, 2025
【Rewards】
5,000 yen credit to cizucu account (2 winners)
【How to Enter】
・Select the contest 'Fragments of Memory'
・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: What does the photo aim to convey, and is the photographer's intent clear?
(3) Expressiveness: Is there expressiveness in perspective, composition, balance, focus, and color?
(4) Moment Capture: Does it capture the shutter chance and timing of the subject?
(5) Originality: Is there unique creativity in the shooting location or subject?
