Steemit Challenge Season 31 Application - Exploring the World Through Photography II
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Dear Steemit Team,
Based on my experience with the 29th Season of the Steemit Challenge, where it was noted that many participants were enthusiastic about taking part in each session, I believe this location photography theme is highly suitable and worth continuing. The goal is to produce polished and beautiful posts. Therefore, for Season 31, I am submitting an independent proposal with a follow-up theme: “Exploring the World Through Photography II.” This program can be considered a continuation of location photography, focusing on places that are rarely documented but possess high social value, rich culture, mysterious history, and everyday life.
With this challenge, I am confident that participants will become more attuned to their surroundings and transform ordinary places into visual narratives that are easy to understand and rich in meaning.
Even though there are already some great photos, many Steemit users still struggle with the following:
- Finding unique locations beyond the usual tourist spots
- Combining photos with useful information
- Structuring posts according to Steem Atlas standards
- Creating a strong visual narrative
Therefore, if selected for this 6-week challenge, the goal is to train participants to document real-world locations using well-composed photos, clear narratives, and highly informative content.
Here is the 6-week lesson schedule that we would like to share:
| Week 1 | Theme | : | “How to Photograph Abandoned Sites” |
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| | Example location | : | Empty buildings, abandoned houses, old factories |
| | Photography focus | : | Atmosphere, texture, storytelling of destruction. |
| Week 2 | Theme | : | “How to Photograph Gates & Border Walls” |
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| | Example location | : | Village gate, boundary wall, entrance to the area |
| | Photography focus | : | Framing, symmetry, leading lines. |
| Week 3 | Theme | : | “How to Photograph Old Roads / Historic Streets” |
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| | Example location | : | Old roads, historic alleys, heritage areas |
| | Photography focus | : | Perspective, depth, historical narrative. |
| Week 4 | Theme | : | “How to Photograph Traditional Products & Local Crafts” |
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| | Example location | : | Craft centers, traditional markets, home industries |
| | Photography focus | : | Details, human interest, product storytelling. |
| Week 5 | Theme | : | “How to Photograph Small Harbors / Boat Docks” |
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| | Example location | : | Fishermen's wharf, small harbor, boat mooring |
| | Photography focus | : | Reflection, human activity, environmental context. |
| Week 6 | Theme | : | “How to Photograph Local Transportation Bases” |
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| | Example location | : | Small terminal, village transport hub, boat station |
| | Photography focus | : | Daily life, movement, public space. |
Rules of participation
Participants must come directly to the location, which means they cannot be represented by someone else. Therefore, old photos or photos from the internet are not allowed.
In addition, when publishing a post, participants must include:
- 3-7 original photos
- 1 selfie as proof of visit
- Video of at least 1 minute (very important to see the location live)
- Google Maps link + Steem Atlas pin
- Story and location information
- Post assignments weekly according to the provided material, on your personal blog or in any community such as the STEEM LENS community.
- Use the official hashtags: #photography, #steem-atlas, #steemexclusive #yourcountry (e.g., indonesia, venezuela) #steemvideo (if there is a video).
- Tasks must be written in clear and neat language and be relevant to the theme.
- Plagiarism or the use of other people's content without permission is strictly prohibited.
- Respect the work of other participants by interacting through comments and support.
The following is an example of an Assessment Format:
| steemexclusive | : | ✅/❌ |
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| Plagiarism-Free & Free AI Content | : | ✅/❌ |
| Free BOT | : | ✅/❌ |
| * Relevance to Theme | : | (2/2) |
| * Selfie & proof of visit + Video | : | (2/2) |
| * Photo Composition Quality | : | (2/2) |
| * Storytelling & Information | : | (1/1) |
| * Location + Steematlas Pin | : | (1/1) |
| Total | : | 10/10 |
A brief description of us both: |
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| Username | : | @walictd |
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| Country | : | Indonesia |
| Language | : | Indonesian & English |
| Background | : | Alumni of Information Technology, active in the fields of graphic design, writing, photography, videography, and digital content. |
| Experience | : | I first registered on Steemit in 2018 and became active in 2021. I have served as a moderator and administrator in several Steemit communities, including former Admin/Moderator of the Steem SEA community, former Moderator of Steem Kids & Parents, and Administrator of Steem Lens. I have also served as a community curator on several occasions, including in February 2026, and I was selected as one of the organizers for Steemit Challenge Season 27 and Steemit Challenge Season 29 (currently ongoing). |
| SP | : | 16,161.40 |
| Reputation | : | 79.383 |
| 📩 Discord : | |
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| walictd | walictd#6928 |
With the launch of the 6-week “Exploring the World Through Photography II” program, I am confident that this program will help many Steemit users develop new skills and create high-quality posts for Steemit. I have also requested permission from @Pennsif, the founder of Steem Atlas
Thank you
Dewantara, April 03, 2026
walictd