Wabi-sabi is a traditional Japanese philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection, emphasizing the natural process of growth and decay. It encourages an appreciation of the simple, offering a counterpoint to the pursuit of artificial perfection. Entrants were asked to create an image that was beautiful while celebrating imperfection, bearing in mind that wabi-sabi can be found in both natural and human-made settings.
July 2026 Competition Winners
Wabi-sabi is a traditional Japanese philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection, emphasizing the natural process of growth and decay. It encourages an appreciation of the simple, offering a counterpoint to the pursuit of artificial perfection. Entrants were asked to create an image that was beautiful while celebrating imperfection, bearing in mind that wabi-sabi can be found in both natural and human-made settings.
