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BellyButton 09-30-2013 09:39 PM

Jack-o'-Lanterns & Sugar Skulls: Halloween Arts & Crafts Contest
 
http://i.imgur.com/h4DuACC.png
Many thanks to Seridano for the banner :3

BellyButton 09-30-2013 09:40 PM

Greetings! Welcome to Menewsha's annual Pumpkin Carving Contest Thread. :D

This year we have expanded things a bit: We've added a category for decorated skulls, we have art templates for you to color if you wish, and we will also be accepting freestyle crafted entries (so, you won't need to have an actual pumpkin to carve or an actual sugar skull to decorate). We're even giving you extra time to get stuff done and entered! [eager]

You'll find contest guidelines below, but if you have any questions please post them here & I'll get them answered ASAP. Thank you, and have fun!




All Entries Due by the End of the Halloween Event
Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeryck (Post 1772172910)
We're aiming to end the event on Nov. 2nd, 7PM Pacific Time




Prizes:

First Place (1 for each category): 4000g
2nd Place (1 for each category): 2000g
Honorable Mentions are possible & will be worth 500g



Overall Favorites: Mr. Mayor's Crafting Adventure
http://www.menewsha.com/images/items...1fb5a6deb0.gif
There will be at least 6 of these handed out: 3 for skulls and 3 for pumpkins.
If we get a ton of entries, there may be more. [mrgreen]



BellyButton 09-30-2013 09:42 PM

For Decorated Pumpkins

Each person may enter up to three (3) pumpkins
These can be carved pumpkins, colored template art, and/or created from other media as you wish.
Example: crochet, clay, sewing, etc.

Your username must be included in any photos you submit
A simple way is to write it on a slip of paper & lay it next to your entry.
Please don't edit it in afterward, as that just makes the photo look tampered-with.
If your username translates well to a name-image I'll accept that as well. Example: Longcat

You do not need to choose a category for your pumpkin
We will sort them into categories prior to judging.
Depending on the number of entries, they may be also divided into such subcategories
such as Spooky, Cute, Menewsha-related, Abstract, etc., so that more prizes can be handed out.

Please tell us if you used a commercial stencil with your carving
We'll put stenciled pumpkins in their own category. :3

Pumpkin template, if you'd rather color than carve :)X


http://www.menewsha.com/img/69620/8b...cab65a3a90.png

art by Hamletspamlet . made transparent by KatMagenta

PLEASE PASTE THIS FORM INTO THE THREAD TO ENTER:
Quote:

[COLOR="Green"][SIZE="5"][B]PUMPKIN ENTRY![/B][/SIZE]
If carved, is this stenciled? (( Y or N ))
[/COLOR]
(( paste or link your image URL here ))

BellyButton 09-30-2013 09:42 PM

For Decorated Skulls

Each person may enter up to three (3) skulls
You may enter colored templates and/or created items.
Any medium is welcome: clay, paper mache, sewing, actual sugar, etc.

Your username must be included in any photo you submit
A simple way is to write it on a slip of paper & lay it next to your entry.
Please don't edit it in afterward, as that just makes the photo look tampered-with.

You do not need to choose a category for your skull
We will sort them into categories prior to judging depending on number and type of entries.

Skull template for the sugar-averse :)X


http://www.menewsha.com/img/69620/08...f826d1df2b.png

art courtesy of Wikimedia Commons . made transparent by Seridano


PLEASE PASTE THIS FORM INTO THE THREAD TO ENTER:
Quote:

[COLOR="DarkOrange"][SIZE="5"][B]SKULL ENTRY![/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]
(( paste or link your image URL here ))

BellyButton 09-30-2013 09:44 PM


Additional Resources

Recipe for sugar skulls - CASITA MEXICANA » Sugar Skull Recipe





FAQ
Q. Why did you post this thread so darn early? The event doesn't start for weeks.
A. The #1 complaint we get for pumpkin carving threads is that folks' pumpkins have already decayed by the time the event starts. Our main complaint for art and craft contests held during events, especially when they coincide with a real life holiday, is that people don't have enough time to make anything before the deadline. We're hoping that starting the thread super early will make this contest more accessible for folks. <3


Q. Why do I have to put my username in the photo? Don't you guys trust me?
A. Because images of carved pumpkins, sugar skulls and other Halloweenish decor are prominent on the internet, the temptation to cheat, for some, is too great to resist. Having your username present before snapping a pic with your creation not only tells us that your work is your own, but also protects your image from other folks easily claiming credit for your work elsewhere.


Q. May I do a freehand drawing instead of using the art templates?
A. Yes, you may, just make sure there's a pumpkin or skull in there somewhere. :)


Q. May I carve something other than a pumpkin?
A. Yes. Since so many people are wanting to do this, go ahead and carve whatever you can get your hands on. I'll group entries into like categories prior to judging so it's fairer for folks. (ie, pumpkins won't have to go up against miscellaneous vegetables, etc) [yes]



BellyButton 10-01-2013 09:14 PM

Pumpkin Gallery




Quote:

Originally Posted by DivineHeart (Post 1772185416)

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~LONGCAT~ (Post 1772191300)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No

Two of these are my nieces', guess which one's mine. ;P
http://i.imgur.com/um3SXva.jpg

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nephila (Post 1772193979)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N


Trick and Treat!
The glow in the dark paint didn't photograph well. >.<

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...pse20b4a99.png
[img]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v63/Blackwidowsart/PumpkinlightsoffMeneween2013Nephila_zps8602b920.pn g[img]

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N


This was suppose to be an evil Yumeh pumpkin...but I don't think it looks enough like the cute kitty to call it Evil Yumeh. XD

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...ps3cbe78b0.jpg

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N


Yankin seeds XD Dunno if they'll count or not but they were fun to make any way.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...psf08ffccd.png

Quote:

Originally Posted by bloodstainedwings (Post 1772196431)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? (( Y or N )) N

http://i.imgur.com/HJHDmI9.jpg

Quote:

Originally Posted by DariaMorgendorfer (Post 1772197759)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No
DariaMorgendorfer
http://www.menewsha.com/img/56285/03...86d263d370.jpg
It's a Yumehkin!

Quote:

Originally Posted by HIM_ROCK (Post 1772218586)
So HIM's got a Sharon fruit, a butternut squash and a tiny apple.
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? NA

http://i42.tinypic.com/30lj5s8.jpg

Quote:

Originally Posted by KatMagenta (Post 1772221395)
Kitties seem to be a popular theme. [lol]
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N/A

http://i.imgur.com/uDsoLuW.png

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mnemosyne (Post 1772228203)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? Like...did I use a paper thing? No. I drew it on the pumpkin though.

http://s260.photobucket.com/user/Did...94369.jpg.html
Ugly starting to mold pic
http://s260.photobucket.com/user/Did...psf405bf22.jpg Glowy before moldy
http://s260.photobucket.com/user/Did...4291a.jpg.html
Glowy in the dark

Quote:

Originally Posted by Woodlandnymph (Post 1772228425)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? Nope! Freehand


http://i1161.photobucket.com/albums/...psa027680c.jpg
Oogie Boogie

With username

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? Nope! Freehand


http://i1161.photobucket.com/albums/...ps1feab923.jpg
Jack Skellington
With username

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seridano (Post 1772229099)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No

http://i.imgur.com/cNZORM4.jpg]And a...om/oYWKJNf.jpg
Om nom nom | Proof

Quote:

Originally Posted by DariaMorgendorfer (Post 1772229386)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? Nope

http://www.menewsha.com/img/56285/e6...5e8f343897.jpg

Quote:

Originally Posted by GinKadia (Post 1772233151)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? Yes

http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/5338/7uhk.jpg

Quote:

Originally Posted by X---AznCo0ki3 (Post 1772233564)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N
http://i986.photobucket.com/albums/a...psd7d6aa55.jpg


PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N
http://i986.photobucket.com/albums/a...ps4c898b76.jpg

My floor in my dorm did pumpkin carvings for a fun activity! Just in time too! [squee]

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueblackrose (Post 1772235215)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suona (Post 1772235466)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No, freehanded and my own design


http://imgur.com/oKexv0x
Pumpkin with name (and gecko ;) )
Straight On
Left side
Right side
Leaf Detail

Quote:

Originally Posted by PrincessKasumi (Post 1772239890)

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No

Pumpkin No. 1! http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...ps3dd5a9a1.jpg
Side view of Pumpkin No. 1 http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...s7fd9c4a9.jpg]
Sailormoon Inspired.

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No

Pumpkin No. 2 http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...psa5b1e5a4.jpg
Sailormoon Inspired.

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No, freehand.

Digital Pumpkin, No. 3 http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...ps5fe451ee.png
Mermaid Inspired. More specifically h20 just add water and mako mermaids from netflix. Did my best to make a realistic digital pumpkin, hence the attempt at the glow of the mermaid and writing carved into my painted pumpkin!
Proof | x |

Quote:

Originally Posted by GwenaHikari (Post 1772243335)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? (( Y or N ))

http://s634.photobucket.com/user/Pin...d2f1f.png.html

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? (( Y or N ))

(( http://i634.photobucket.com/albums/u...psc419358f.png ))

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? (( Y or N ))

((http://i634.photobucket.com/albums/u...ps58f6b09b.png ))

I'll have some skull coloration's later >:D

Quote:

Originally Posted by Antagonist (Post 1772244400)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/m...psed0a5722.jpg


Bugs are so hard to draw...[headdesk]


Quote:

Originally Posted by EirianHikari (Post 1772248578)
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? (( Y or N ))

http://i1049.photobucket.com/albums/...ps3bc01dfe.jpg




BellyButton 10-02-2013 03:30 AM

Gallery of Skulls




Quote:

Originally Posted by AikaCoonCat (Post 1772217224)
SKULL ENTRY!
click me to see the skull!
drawn with pencil, no template used.


Quote:

Originally Posted by Woodlandnymph (Post 1772228425)

Quote:

Originally Posted by PrincessKasumi (Post 1772239890)

SKULL ENTRY!
Never made a sguar skull before! Digital or phsyically! So hope you guys like it! | x|
Proof | x |


If you look in the bottom right of any phone camera taken picture you can see this webcam in between my two monitors. | x |



Quote:

Originally Posted by Antagonist (Post 1772244400)
SKULL ENTRY!
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/m...ps4b97c8dc.jpg

I've included my name (Adapse) somewhere, in separate letters, on the skull as well, see if you can find them all [;)]

Quote:

Originally Posted by zigbigadorlube (Post 1772246808)

Quote:

Originally Posted by GwenaHikari (Post 1772245764)

Quote:

Originally Posted by EirianHikari (Post 1772248578)



BellyButton 10-05-2013 03:22 PM

Just for Fun


http://31.media.tumblr.com/d58136303...94wo1_1280.png
Colorful creation by Shadami & Daughter. :D





http://i.imgur.com/13ftgsr.jpg
Look, Belly can make a punkin too! [eager]

CosmicFoxKitty 10-11-2013 03:30 AM

(Can I post now? >///< if not I'm sorry and please delete this if possible.

Antagonist 10-11-2013 12:10 PM

[love]!!!

Must. Do. This.

Ikuto Akihiko Hasegawa 10-11-2013 12:54 PM

Yeah! You better! [illgetu] Or I'll... I'll..... no more pickles! [t2h]

Wonderlands 10-11-2013 12:57 PM

I've always wanted to carve a pumpkin! We rarely get those special orange pumpkins in Australia.. well where I live anyway.
So uh.. would a carved watermelon be accepted? Hahah.

I can't wait to see peoples entries though!

Nephila 10-11-2013 01:06 PM

Pumpkins AND Sugar Skulls!!!! SQUEEEEEE! This will be fun. :D

BellyButton 10-11-2013 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wonderlands (Post 1772179121)
I've always wanted to carve a pumpkin! We rarely get those special orange pumpkins in Australia.. well where I live anyway.
So uh.. would a carved watermelon be accepted? Hahah.

I can't wait to see peoples entries though!

You're welcome to carve alternative melon- or gourd-like things if pumpkins are not available where you are. :)

Vanora 10-11-2013 04:48 PM

Aw, man! I'm gonna have to ask if we can buy a pumpkin this year. [lol]
This looks like tons of fun!

CosmicFoxKitty 10-11-2013 04:50 PM

I don't have a printer or either pumpkins or sugar skulls...
Can I just draw it completely?


Unless I randomly find le pumpkin to carve.

BellyButton 10-11-2013 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ashtyn Leigh (Post 1772179361)
I don't have a printer or either pumpkins or sugar skulls...
Can I just draw it completely?

Yep, that's fine too. :)

Antagonist 10-11-2013 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ikuto Akihiko Hasegawa (Post 1772179119)
Yeah! You better! [illgetu] Or I'll... I'll..... no more pickles! [t2h]

[rofl]

I wonder if we'll ever get a 'decorate-a-pickle' template...[XD]

CosmicFoxKitty 10-11-2013 06:08 PM

Awesome! I might try :)

BellyButton 10-11-2013 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Antagonist (Post 1772179394)
[rofl]

I wonder if we'll ever get a 'decorate-a-pickle' template...[XD]

Haha! *saves for later*

Shadami 10-11-2013 07:13 PM

What the heck is a sugar skull

BellyButton 10-11-2013 07:22 PM

Sugar Skulls are something folks might decorate to celebrate the Day of the Dead.

CosmicFoxKitty 10-11-2013 08:45 PM

I've heard they are yhummy but I've never tried one...

Damia Flagg 10-12-2013 12:23 AM

I hope I have time to do this.

hummy 10-12-2013 01:27 AM

no more pickled.....sobs


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