Tasks

Complete these tasks to earn points

Submit Up To 3 Best Photos

You are able to submit up to three photographs from your visits that best embodies "The Cluj Coffee Circuit." These photos will be considered for the main prizes. Upload it through the designated "Upload Photo" button on this page.

Tag Your Photos on Social Media

For broader recognition and engagement, share your photos on your social media platforms (Instagram recommended) using the official hashtag #ClujCoffeeCircuit. Also, tag the specific coffee shop you are featuring and our event page [@YourEventHandle] if applicable.

Confirm Location Interaction

To fulfill this task, please interact with the staff or a designated point of contact at the specified location. Inform them that you are participating in this challenge. This confirms your presence at the checkpoint and ensures our partners are aware of your participation.

Signature Detail Shot

Create a tight, brand‑anchored detail that identifies the venue (cup + logo, menu typography, bespoke ceramics, roaster label, or bar texture). Use natural window light, control reflections, and keep colors true to life. Include a subtle brand cue in frame; avoid faces unless you have consent. Judged on identity clarity, texture, light control, composition, and color harmony.

Submit Your Best Single Photo

Select your single strongest photograph from your visits that best embodies "The Cluj Coffee Circuit." This photo will be considered for the main prizes. Upload it through the designated "Upload Photo" button on this page.

Rules

Important guidelines for the event

Respect Privacy

Ensure that you obtain permission before photographing people or private property.

Location Identity

Each photo must clearly represent the chosen skyline or landmark—no generic or abstract shots that lose the sense of place.

Thematic Focus

Every photo must directly relate to the challenge's central theme. For this circuit, ensure the subject matter clearly and creatively represents the coffee shop environment.

Authenticity and Editing

Keep the scene truthful: no AI generation, composites, or object/logo replacements. Global adjustments (exposure, color, crop) are fine.

Constraints

Restrictions and constraints for this event

No Artificial Motion Effects

You must not use any artificial motion effects in post-processing, such as adding motion blur, streaks, or digital overlays. The motion in your photo must be captured naturally in-camera during the exposure.

Locations

Key places for this event

Pro Tips

Tips and recommendations

Capture Emotion

Focus on human interactions, fleeting expressions, or quiet moments that tell a story.

Simplify the frame

Remove distractions, watch edge mergers, and control reflections/highlights. Use depth of field to separate the subject from the background.

Leaderboard

See who's winning