May 2026 – May the force be with you.

Announcing the Winner & Finalists: June 2026 Thematic Challenge!
We are incredibly excited to announce the results of our second thematic photo challenge for June 2026! Our members really stepped up to the plate, interpreting our theme—”May the Force Be With You”—with stunning creativity, technical skill, and emotional depth.
From literal pop-culture homages to deeply moving depictions of spiritual and cultural power, the submissions for this challenge were some of the most impressive we’ve seen yet. While competition was extremely tight, one image truly embodied the spirit of the theme.

The Winner
Allilcia Thau 
Allilcia’s winning photograph is a masterful work of drama and atmosphere. Her capture of a nocturnal Balinese Ogoh-ogoh parade, with the colossal demon float silhouetted against brilliant bursts of colourful smoke, is breathtaking. The juxtaposition of traditional reverence and dynamic modern energy perfectly interprets the theme, showing the force of a culture and community in motion.
The Top Finalists
We also want to celebrate the other four exceptional finalist photographs, which showcased incredibly diverse interpretations of the theme:

Heng Yiktsay captured a moment of collective focus and spiritual energy at a temple in Tokyo. The dramatic lighting beautifully catches the rising incense smoke as hands reach out, conveying the silent force of faith and devotion.

Jon Liang brought a playful and nostalgic spin to the theme with a striking, close-up perspective. By utilizing a tight depth of field, the shot isolates a detailed replica of Iron Man’s gauntlet, bringing a beloved cinematic force center stage.

Lin Meng Onn (Photo 1) Documented a profoundly moving moment of inner strength during a festival. The intimate framing captures the interaction between a kavadi bearer and a devotee, highlighting the immense spiritual force and devotion that carries them through.

Lin Meng Onn (Photo 2): Delivered a powerful shot of community energy during a night festival. This dynamic image highlights the collective physical force of a team working in perfect unison to carry a massive, looming float through the dark.

Thank you to everyone who participated and submitted their phenomenal work for this challenge. Keep exploring the power of force through your lens, and we’ll see you in the next challenge!