Cover photo by Siili
Spring Awakening
'Spring Awakening' is a global online photo contest hosted by cizucu, open to all creators 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 'Sounds of Spring'.
As the winter chill softens, you start to sense the presence of spring in fleeting moments.
When you find petals bathed in soft sunlight and tinged with pale pink, it warms your heart and fills you with happiness.
What moment captures the 'Sounds of Spring' for you? Melting snow paths, budding flowers, encounters, or farewells.
The arrival of spring comes quietly, like a gentle whisper, but it surely arrives.
Capture the 'Sounds of Spring' you heard and share it with us through your photos.
We look forward to many submissions!
Inspiration
Photo by applemint
applemint
📷 OLYMPUS CORPORATION E-P7
cizucu Editorial Team
A shot that gently announces the arrival of spring as tightly closed buds begin to bloom. The soft pink petals convey a sense of warmth amidst the cold.
Photo by Siili
Siili
Nordic ducks catching fish in a thawed river
📷 Canon EOS Kiss X5
cizucu Editorial Team
The sight of ducks swimming energetically on the water surface, where traces of winter remain, evokes the arrival of spring. Their enjoyment of everyday life, even in cold water, gently signals the change of seasons.
Photo by yuuuu
yuuuu
Departure
📷 NIKON D810
cizucu Editorial Team
The image of someone running in the evening light conveys hope for a new season. The traditional graduation attire symbolizes a milestone, representing a step into the future with the arrival of spring.
Photo by ゆらぎ
ゆらぎ
Simply
Beginning of a New Life
cizucu Editorial Team
Many people start a new life in spring. The warmth of hands gently placed together conveys the anticipation and anxiety of a new life, wrapped in gentle reassurance.
Contest Information
【Event Period】
Saturday, February 22, 2025 – Friday, March 21, 2025
【Award Announcement】
Friday, April 4, 2025
【Rewards】
5,000 yen credit to cizucu account (for 2 winners)
【How to Enter】
・Select the contest 'Spring Awakening'
・Tap 'Agree to the terms and submit'
・Choose your submission content and enter your work
【Judging Criteria】
(1) Thematic Relevance: Does it align with the stated mission?
(2) Subject Matter: What does the photographer want to convey in the photo?
(3) Expression: Is there skill 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 or subject matter?
