Dear SeeingHappy Community,
The Visions of Renewal photo contest has come to a close, and what an incredible journey it has been. With 843 entries, this contest has been one of the most energizing and inspiring experiences for our team. Reviewing your photos and stories reminded us of the beauty, creativity, and care that exists across so many perspectives.
We were truly blown away by the quality and emotional depth of the submissions. Every image told a meaningful story. Choosing the winners was incredibly difficult for our judging panel, which included representatives from both SeeingHappy and the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA). We are grateful for your patience and sincerely apologize for announcing the results one day later than originally planned.
To honor everyone who participated, we have created a special photo mosaic featuring all 843 submissions. You’ll find the mosaic included below.
Photo mosaic of entries inspired from
“WINDMILL OF COLORS” by MAYANK TIWARI
Looking Ahead
We are excited to announce that approximately 80 photos from the contest will be featured in our biggest exhibition yet at the 2025 World Congress on Positive Psychology in Brisbane, Australia. This showcase will take place at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and is presented in collaboration with the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) and the Positive Arts and Culture Division of IPPA.
We are currently curating the selection, and we will email the photographers directly if their photo will be printed and displayed as part of the exhibition.
This collection will highlight the power of photography to foster renewal through reflection, connection, and well-being on a global stage.
Announcing the Winners
It is now our pleasure to highlight the top three photographs that most powerfully captured the spirit of renewal. These images stood out for their technical quality, emotional resonance, and ability to communicate a deeper sense of transformation.
CONTEST PROMPT: Can you capture a photograph that evokes the spirit of “renewal” in our world or in your own life?
🏆 1st Place Winner: Pranab Basak
JOY WITH MOTHER NATURE
BY PRANAB BASAK
“Joy with Mother Nature”
Two young girls beam with joy in the middle of a sunflower field. Their faces say it all. This photo captures renewal as spontaneous happiness and reminds us of the energy that nature and play can bring to our lives.
🥈 2nd Place Winner: Moe Wai
PAPER PLANES AND CHILDHOOD DREAMS
BY MOE WAI
“Three children lie joyfully on a grassy hill under a bare tree adorned with colorful origami birds. The children reach up playfully, holding their own paper birds and smiling with pure delight. This whimsical moment captures the essence of childhood wonder, creativity, and friendship against the backdrop of nature and imagination.”
The children reach upward with their own paper creations, immersed in imagination and connection. This image reflects how wonder, creativity, and friendship can renew the spirit.
🥉3rd Place Winner: Jose Perez
MIDNIGHT FLOWER
BY JOSE PEREZ
“Some flowers only bloom in the dark of night“
A single white flower blooms in the night, glowing softly against the dark. This quiet and graceful image is a reminder that renewal can take place in stillness, and beauty can emerge even in our darkest hours.
Join us in Our Mission
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We also invite you to explore our newly updated mission pages, where you can learn more about our commitment to using photography and reflection to build emotional awareness, compassion, and collective well-being.
Stay tuned for exciting announcements about upcoming projects and collaborations that will continue expanding this growing global movement.
Thank you for making this initiative a success and for contributing to the rapid growth of SeeingHappy. Your support helps us carry forward our mission to:
Illuminate. Attend. Empower. Inspire.
With gratitude,
The Team at SeeingHappy
