Call for photos, videos: Only the Yangtze

The Yangtze River, China's longest waterway, has played a vital role in the country's history, development and culture for thousands of years. It offers remarkable natural landscapes, diverse ecosystems and a rich cultural heritage. 

People's Daily Online Hubei and the Yangtze Culture International Communication Center are seeking photos and videos that capture the essence of the Yangtze for an international contest called "Only the Yangtze."

We welcome submissions from photographers and videographers worldwide who have documented any aspect of the river - from natural wonders to cultural traditions, development projects to conservation efforts.

The campaign aims to showcase the Yangtze's beauty and importance while encouraging greater appreciation and protection of this natural and cultural treasure.

I. Submission information

Deadline: July 31, 2025

Eligibility: Open to individuals, groups, cultural institutions, university faculty and students, and people worldwide

II. Content guidelines

Submissions should showcase the Yangtze River's natural landscapes, cultural heritage, biodiversity, ecological protection and cultural inheritance. All entries must accurately represent reality, with moderate adjustments to tone and color permitted.

(i) Categories

1. Photo category: Single photo or photo series (4-8 photos)

2. Short video category: Works must be no longer than 5 minutes

(ii) Topics

1. Natural beauty: Landscapes, seasonal changes and ecological scenery

2. Cultural essence: Cityscapes, cultural heritage and folk customs

3. Development transformation: Economic development, transportation and rural revitalization

4. Ecological protection: Environmental protection, ecological restoration and rare species conservation

III. Entry requirements

1. All works must be original creations, with no time limitation on when they were captured.

2. Photos: High resolution (minimum 300 DPI), with file size larger than 3MB

3. Videos: Resolution no less than 1920×1080, in MP4 or MOV format

4. Appropriate post-processing is allowed but must not compromise authenticity

5. Maximum five submissions per category per participant

VI. How to submit

1. Follow contest updates on our social media platforms: "Donghu Beiwang" (东湖北望) on WeChat, WeChat video and Douyin, and "People's Daily Online Hubei Channel" on Weibo. All official announcements will be posted on these channels.

2. Submit your entries to the designated email address (rmwhb@189.cn). Use the subject line "Call for photos, videos: Only the Yangtze - [Title of Work] - [Your Name] - [Phone number]."

Include in your email:

* Brief description of your work (maximum 300 words)

* Your full name

* Contact information (phone number and address)

* ID/passport number

Contact: 027-87891688

Email: rmwhb@189.cn

V. Awards

Photo entries:

* First Prize: 1 winner, 1,500 yuan, certificate

* Second Prize: 2 winners, 800 yuan each, certificates

* Third Prize: 3 winners, 500 yuan each, certificates

* Excellence Award: 30 winners, certificates

Video entries:

* First Prize: 1 winner, 3,000 yuan, certificate

* Second Prize: 2 winners, 1,600 yuan each, certificates

* Third Prize: 3 winners, 1,000 yuan each, certificates

* Excellence Award: 30 winners, certificates

VI. Copyright terms

1. You retain full copyright of your work. The organizers make no claim to original ownership.

2. By entering, you grant permanent permission for organizers to use your submissions for promotional displays, exhibitions and other non-commercial purposes.

3. You must ensure your submissions are free from copyright disputes and that you have obtained permission from any identifiable individuals appearing in your work.

4. Organizers will credit you whenever your work is used and will not use it for commercial purposes without your permission.

5. Award winners will be asked to sign a copyright agreement allowing organizers to use the winning works as specified.

6. By participating, you agree to these terms. Organizers reserve the right to the final interpretation of these rules.