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Mobile Photography: Shadows

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Mobile Photography Contest: Shadows – 35AWARDS

Shadow is a fundamental element of photography, influencing the perception of volume, form, and depth within the frame. Proper use of shadow areas allows for constructing composition, directing viewer attention, and conveying material texture. The contest focuses on the technical and creative aspects of mobile photography: working with dynamic range, exposure, and natural lighting. We expect works demonstrating a deliberate interaction of light and shadow, whether through hard contrast, soft transitions, or silhouettes.

Accepted:
  • Photographs taken exclusively on mobile devices (smartphones, tablets)
  • Frames where shadow is a key compositional element: forms rhythm, contrast, volume, or serves as the main subject
  • Any genre: Street photography, portrait, architecture, abstraction, landscape, reportage, etc.

Not Accepted:
  • Shots made on professional photo equipment (DSLR, mirrorless cameras, medium format)
  • Frames where shadow is present accidentally and carries no compositional load

Vote

Viewers' votes are accepted during the submission period and for several days after completion.

Prize

Increase the limit to the load for the main contest 35AWARDS. Extensive coverage of the winner photos, as well as 10 of the best photos of the competition.

Rules

  • photo - 1500 pixels on the longest side
  • Genre photo - Any
  • photo should be no copyright marks, add borders, etc.
  • entry fee - free
Not accepted:
  • Similar images (similar combination of objects, cropping, different shooting angle, or change of photo tone)
  • Artificial color changes in graphic editors
  • Collages and composite images
* A photo that has won in other 35AWARDS contests cannot enter the best photos of this contest. Only one photo of the author can enter the number of the best photos of this competition.
** Images that do not match can be removed from the competition.
This is Express Contest, launched in test mode. This is a thematic photo contest with slight modifications, where we are trying out a new voting system. Despite these innovations, the essence of the contest remains the same—to share your best photos on a given theme and be inspired by the works of others.

During the contest, we will closely monitor participant activity and feedback. We may make adjustments to make the contest even more interesting and engaging for everyone. Please be aware that some errors or issues may arise during the process. We are promptly addressing them and strive to quickly implement any necessary changes.
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