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Old 09-30-2013, 09:39 PM


Many thanks to Seridano for the banner :3

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Old 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!

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 View Post
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

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.



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Old 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




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 ))

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Old 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




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 ))

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Old 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)



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Old 10-01-2013, 09:14 PM

Pumpkin Gallery




Quote:
Originally Posted by DivineHeart View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No.






PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No

Quote:
Originally Posted by ~LONGCAT~ View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No

Two of these are my nieces', guess which one's mine. ;P
Quote:
Originally Posted by Nephila View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N


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


[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



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.

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

Quote:
Originally Posted by DariaMorgendorfer View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No
DariaMorgendorfer

It's a Yumehkin!
Quote:
Originally Posted by HIM_ROCK View Post
So HIM's got a Sharon fruit, a butternut squash and a tiny apple.
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? NA

Quote:
Originally Posted by KatMagenta View Post
Kitties seem to be a popular theme.
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N/A

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


Ugly starting to mold pic
Glowy before moldy

Glowy in the dark
Quote:
Originally Posted by Woodlandnymph View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? Nope! Freehand



Oogie Boogie

With username

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



Jack Skellington
With username
Quote:
Originally Posted by Seridano View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No


Om nom nom | Proof
Quote:
Originally Posted by DariaMorgendorfer View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? Nope


Quote:
Originally Posted by GinKadia View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? Yes

Quote:
Originally Posted by X---AznCo0ki3 View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N



PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N


My floor in my dorm did pumpkin carvings for a fun activity! Just in time too!
Quote:
Originally Posted by blueblackrose View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? N



proof
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e1...ps29d0dc32.png
Quote:
Originally Posted by Suona View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No, freehanded and my own design



Pumpkin with name (and gecko ;) )
Straight On
Left side
Right side
Leaf Detail
Quote:
Originally Posted by PrincessKasumi View Post

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No

Pumpkin No. 1!
Side view of Pumpkin No. 1
Sailormoon Inspired.

PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? No

Pumpkin No. 2
Sailormoon Inspired.

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

Digital Pumpkin, No. 3
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 View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!
If carved, is this stenciled? (( Y or N ))



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

(( ))

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

(( ))

I'll have some skull coloration's later >:D
Quote:
Originally Posted by Antagonist View Post
PUMPKIN ENTRY!



Bugs are so hard to draw...

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




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Old 10-02-2013, 03:30 AM

Gallery of Skulls




Quote:
Originally Posted by AikaCoonCat View Post
SKULL ENTRY!
click me to see the skull!
drawn with pencil, no template used.

Quote:
Originally Posted by Woodlandnymph View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by PrincessKasumi View Post

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 View Post
SKULL ENTRY!


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 View Post
SKULL ENTRY!



SKULL ENTRY!

Quote:
Originally Posted by GwenaHikari View Post
SKULL ENTRY!
(( ))

SKULL ENTRY!
(( ))

SKULL ENTRY!
(( ))
Quote:
Originally Posted by EirianHikari View Post
SKULL ENTRY!


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Old 10-05-2013, 03:22 PM

Just for Fun



Colorful creation by Shadami & Daughter. :D






Look, Belly can make a punkin too!

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Old 10-11-2013, 03:30 AM

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

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Old 10-11-2013, 12:10 PM

!!!

Must. Do. This.

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Old 10-11-2013, 12:54 PM

Yeah! You better! Or I'll... I'll..... no more pickles!

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Old 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!

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Old 10-11-2013, 01:06 PM

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

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Old 10-11-2013, 03:20 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Wonderlands View Post
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. :)

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Old 10-11-2013, 04:48 PM

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

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Old 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.

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Old 10-11-2013, 04:56 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by Ashtyn Leigh View Post
I don't have a printer or either pumpkins or sugar skulls...
Can I just draw it completely?
Yep, that's fine too. :)

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Old 10-11-2013, 05:41 PM

Quote:
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Yeah! You better! Or I'll... I'll..... no more pickles!


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

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Old 10-11-2013, 06:08 PM

Awesome! I might try :)

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Old 10-11-2013, 06:23 PM

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I wonder if we'll ever get a 'decorate-a-pickle' template...
Haha! *saves for later*

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Old 10-11-2013, 07:13 PM

What the heck is a sugar skull

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Old 10-11-2013, 07:22 PM

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

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Old 10-11-2013, 08:45 PM

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

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Old 10-12-2013, 12:23 AM

I hope I have time to do this.

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Old 10-12-2013, 01:27 AM

no more pickled.....sobs

 



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