by Yvette Depaepe
Published the 1st of July 2026

'Stillness'
Stillness in photography is the art of letting silence speak. Through minimal composition, soft tones, long exposures, or solitary subjects, stillness can express peace, tension, intimacy, or contemplation. In a world of constant motion, stillness becomes powerful — it transforms a simple moment into something timeless.
A beautiful diversity is to be seen in the submissions.

The winners with the most votes are: 
1st place : Uschi Hermann
2nd place: Piet Haaksma
3rd place : Hadi Malijani (Malenjani)

Congratulations to the winners and honourable mentions. 
Thanks to all the participants in the contest 'Stillness' 

The currently running theme is 'Eccentric Photography'
For photographers a free spirited pursuit can lead to the most original and memorable photographs. Leaving the comfort of familiar subjects is a challenge, yet an exciting way to grow as an artist.

This contest will end on Tuesday the 14th of July 2026 in the afternoon.
The sooner you upload your submission the more chance you have to gather the most votes.
If you haven't uploaded your photo yet, click here.

2nd place by Piet Haaksma

 

 

 

3rd place by Hadi Malijani (Malenjani 

 

 

HONOURABLE MENTIONS 

 

by Juan Carlos Hervás Martínez

 

 

 

by Erhard Batzdorf 

 

 

 

by Hilda van der Lee

 

 

 

by Irene Wu

 

 

 

by Dirk Juergensen

 

 

 

by Eriks Zilbalodis

 

 

 

by Santiago Pascual Buye

 

 

You can see the names of the TOP 50 here.
The contests are open to everybody except to crew members.
Submitting images already published / awarded on 1x is allowed.