Explore Past Creative Challenges and Top-Voted Creations
Delve into our collection of past creative challenges and browse through the top-voted images from each. Experience a gallery filled with the remarkable talent and unique perspectives of our community members. Let these past challenges inspire you and fuel your creativity as you prepare to join us for future endeavors
Pure Artistic Vision: Embracing Clarity, Pioneers, and Tradition
Top Voted Images
Andre De Koker
Most Popular
Marleen La Grange & Andrew Badenhorst
Joint Second Choice
Engela Gobregts
Third Choice
Through the Lens of Time - Pictorialism
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Cindy Rodkin
Most Popular
Wilfred Berthelsen & Andrew Badenhorst
Joint Second Choice
John Gerber
Third Choice
Emotion in Motion - Creative Challenge
This challenge is not about simple out-of-focus photography but rather about intentional camera movement, panning, and tracking to convey emotion through motion. We seek to explore how motion, whether in the camera or the subject, can evoke powerful emotions in viewers.
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Felix M Moorer
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Lian Siekman, Andrew Badenhorst & Ursula Preiss
Joint Second Choice
The Power of Human Shape
The first creative challenge of 2024 revolves around the compelling theme of the human form in art, delving into its capacity to transcend cultural boundaries and evoke emotional responses. The inspiration originates from the profound impact individuals can have on the world, both positively and negatively, reminiscent of historical figures such as Alexander the Great and Martin Luther King. The challenge invites participants to capture the essence of the human form in their artwork, emphasising its timeless significance.
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Connie Baranowski
Most Popular
Detlev Bock
Second Choice
Toni Niederwieser & Samantha Lee Osner
Joint Third Choice
December Challenge: Festive Season
The main aim of the Festive Season challenge is to use long-exposure photography techniques to capture the lively and celebratory atmosphere of towns or cities during the festive season. The focus is on a technical approach, covering correct exposure, contrast control, processing, and sharpness. Creativity is welcomed through composition and lighting, and participants are allowed to submit only one photograph.
Top Voted Image - Andrew Badenhorst
November Challenge: Self Portrait
Our creative challenge for November draws inspiration from a thought-provoking quote by Richard Bach. He suggests, "Look in the mirror, and one thing is for sure, what you see is not who you are." However, we're going to put a unique twist on this quote. We'll say, "Look in the mirror, and one thing is for sure: What you see is who you are."
Top Voted Image - Lesley Spiegel
October Challenge: Stylised Botanical Still Life
The theme is based on Vita Sackville-West’s quote “A flowerless room is a soulless room, to my way of thinking; but even a solitary little vase of a living flower may redeem it.”
Top Voted Image - Connie Baranowski
September Challenge: Red, Yellow, Blue.
It all began with a 1986 advertisement by Volkswagen promoting the colourful City Golfs. This advert featured a particular colour scheme, and that's what sparked the idea for our challenge: "Red, Yellow, Blue."
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Hilda Champion
Amanda Luker
August Challenge: Eclectic with a Twist of Nostalgia
The theme for this challenge is deliberately set to be open-ended, allowing you to explore and interpret it within a broad context. Embrace your artistic freedom and let your imagination take the lead!
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Ghail Binneman
Gillian Mager
Explore Your Creativity with Our Photography Challenges
Join us on a journey of exploration and inspiration as we invite photographers of all levels to participate in our exciting challenges. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, our community offers a supportive environment where you can showcase your talent, learn from fellow enthusiasts, and push the boundaries of your creativity. Join us today and unlock the full potential of your photography skills!
