Monthly Art Contest Megathread ~ MAC #24 - Retyping

Alchemator · Jul 10th, 2010, 11:06:03 AM

The Smogon Monthly Art Contest!

Hall of Fame
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Smog Issue #17 - MAC #2-3
Smog Issue #18 - MAC #4-5
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Welcome to the Smogon Monthly Art Contest! A competition for both digital and traditional artists to show their stuff and boast their skills.

General Rules

1. All Smogon Forum Rules Apply.

2. Stealing artwork is prohibited, this includes copying another artists’ work (excluding original Pokemon artwork for references). If you are found to be stealing, you will be disqualified and banned from the current Monthly Art Contest, banned for two MACs after two instances, and permanently banned after three instances.

3. Have a question, or want to suggest a rule or theme? PM Alchemator!

4. Comments & criticisms are welcome, however posts such as “This one is definitely going to win/lose” or “This sucks!” will be deleted and such posts may get you warned.

5. If you have a problem, take it to PM. We don't want you spamming up the topic.

6. Please don't disrupt this thread (i.e. asking stupid questions repeatedly, trolling, etc). Repeated offenses can get you temporary bans from the MAC or a warning.

Participation Rules

1. All entries must fit the theme. The Theme will be specified in each contest post. Both traditional and digital pieces are acceptable.

2. Any users found copying other submissions will be banned and disqualified from the current MAC.

Prizes

1st and 2nd place will be featured in the Smog!

Bucky · Jul 10th, 2010, 11:26:31 AM

Old Standing

Month 1: Toxic Mascot

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1st Place - Shinxe

In any type of art, there are two main criteria for the artist to fulfil - an engaging concept, and
good execution. Shinxe, a new artist to Smogon, certainly delivered in both of these areas with
an innovative take on Weezing which shot off into the lead in the polls from the very
beginning. Emphasising the Poison typing, Shinxe's line art and "radioactive highlights" set the
atmosphere exquisitely while managing to keep the personality of the drawing in just one eye!
Congratulations! - Alchemator

2nd Place - Yilx

I loved this piece from the start! Yilx fully captured and executed the idea of a dynamic pose,
and the expressions of the faces are what really brought this image together. The detail in the
background and in the gas really brought this piece to its full potential, and the uses of color
and highlights are FANTASTIC! Great job, Yilx! - Bucky

3rd Place - Rocket Grunt

From even the early stages of the competition, no-one doubted that Rocket Grunt would pull off
an amazing entry, with trademark horror and personality. Using what are effectively known on
Smogon as "Rocket Grunt's brushes" he has managed to inject bundles of personality into his
Weezing, while at the same time retaining the texture and artistic merit of his drawing.
Fantastic work! - Alchemator

Honorable Mentions:
Lovebite

I fell in love with this "trippy wheezing" from day one! Normally I condone acid trips, but this style
is exceptionally charming, especially with the psychedelic color scheme. I still have no clue how
Lovebite did this, but I love it! Congratulations, Lovebite! - Bucky

Month 2: Green Evolution

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1st Place - SoIHeardYouLikeSENTRET

Right off the bat, I loved the charm of this piece. What made this entry different
from many of the others was that it truly had that "Pokémon feel" to it. The secondary
Electric-typing allowed for a more whimsical twist, and was shown off very well
with the backdrop of a moonlit forest. It shows off the Pokémon perfectly. The
combination of Grass and Electric were blended together quite smoothly.
Absolutely charming! Very well done, congratulations! - pkmn Trainer Zach

2nd Place - Yilx

A majority of the entries had Tsutarja's final evolution become part Steel-type. Yilx did an
excellent job of showing that off with the metallic finishes and the "armor" that clads it. I
really love how the yellow was used on the "armor" parts, paying tribute to it's basic form.
This was a very well executed piece, and much attention was paid to detail. Great job! - pkmn Trainer Zach

3rd Place - Shinxe

I got very positive vibes off of this piece. It actually reminds me of a Chozo or a Luminoth
from the Metroid Prime series. This is excellent, as this Pokémon is part Psychic. The design
is very ornate, and the contrast is excellent. I love how the red was introduced to
compliment the scheme. This piece is just lovely on the eyes. Excellent! - pkmn Trainer Zach

3rd Place - Scicky

I was very glad to see this piece win this round. I think this piece was one of the best
concepts of the month, and I could really picture it being an actual Pokemon! The color
scheme is fantastic and works very well with the piece. I absolutely adore the details
on this Fakemon, it really makes everything comes together flawlessly, which is not always
an easy feat. If I had to nitpick, well I'd just wish that Scicky had gone a step further
to make the shading or the pose more dynamic. Nonetheless, this was a well deserved
win with an excellent concept, a brilliant design, and an excellent color scheme.
Congratulations, Scicky! - Bucky

Honorable Mentions:
HellaHellaStyle

Personally, I think this was one of the best entries of this round. Though not 100% Pokemon-
looking, the character itself is very original and creative, and both the coloring and shading are
FANTASTIC! HellaHellaStyle has a very neat and polished style that's very captivating and
downright exciting. This artist has truckloads of potential, and I can't wait to see what else he
has up his sleeve! - Bucky

Month 3: Stark Contrast

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1st Place - Icepick

I love the borderline sketch style you use in your paintings... the  use of 
the foreground lighting, bright cloud shading, dark shading on  Zapdos, 
movement... it all came together to produce a masterpiece. Great  job! - Wickdaggler


2nd Place - Aragornbird

This is brilliant. I love the soft glow that you put in your shading,  
and background, as well as the masterful representation of fire and  
feathers. The light blue light in the background reflecting off  Swellow's 
back really pulled this together. Great work. - Wickdaggler


3rd Place - Shinxe
 
This is probably my most favorite piece by Shinxe. The use of color and 
lighting is absolutelyflawless and the composition is beautiful! The 
Cubone's eyes draw so much attention and it's amazing that she was 
able to put feeling into picture just through the eyes. Shinxe,
you are a master. - Bucky


Honorable Mentions:
ChouToshio

The style used in this painting... it's something else. The use of  reflection 
off the lake, dark foreground shading, and several vivid fall  colors on the 
trees, while not creating a direct conflict of colors,  did create a centerpiece 
of Suicune... (one of my favorites, by the by)  which, despite using the 
conflicting orange and blue, did still manage  to seem in harmony somehow. 
It's hard for me to put into words how much I love this, so I'll just leave it 
at this: brilliant work. – Wickdaggler

Month 4: Dragon's Den

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1st Place - ChouToshio

So, lucky me, I get the honor of giving commentary on what is, in my opinion, the best
piece of the bunch (sorry guys). I love the gritty look of the Gyarados, Lance, and Clair.
The lighting in the middle was very well done, and I love the look you achieved with the
lighting off the lake. With the dark moody cave atmosphere, combined with the bright,
orange and yellow energy from the shrine, this piece has an atmosphere of it which is
exactly what I thought of upon seeing the theme. It defiantly sticks out among the
other entries. – Wickdaggler
Absolute perfection. And you’ve managed to steal the hearts of all of the judges with
this piece. Excellent. - Bucky

2nd Place - Aragornbird

Oh, aragonbird, where should I start? The hidden trainers (lance, clair, and our hero,
from that one event in HG/SS), the brilliant lighting off the water, and the pokemon
themselves? The way the Den provides so much contrast and focus in and un itself?
The epic effects?! I can't really describe in words how much I love this, but let this
be known: you are a master of shading and highlights, and of incorporating dynamism
and mood into your paintings. - Wickdaggler

3rd Place - Shinxe

Oh, Shinxe, you've really done it this time. Probably my favorite piece of yours so far,
this is just a joy to look at. Props for you for really running with this month's theme
and making the Dragon's Den an essential element. You've done a wonderful job at
creating a mood and an atmosphere. And might I say, I love your take on Altaria.
– pkmn Trainer Zach

Honorable Mentions:
neo

This piece is striking in so many areas. The color scheme is beautiful, the composition
is absolutely beautiful, and you've even managed to incorporate depth as well. You've
managed to create a piece that not only attracts attention, but captivates the viewer.
This piece is lovely, alluring, and even mysterious! It really shows your skills as an artist.
I really look forward to seeing more of your art in future contests. - Bucky

Old Judges

Precipice · Mar 5th, 2011, 12:49:17 PM

I see so many Reshiram/Zekrom entry's coming up.

Anyway, looks fun I'll make sure to do one.

Nastyjungle · Mar 5th, 2011, 12:51:01 PM

may or may not participate; good luck to everybody anyways!

edit: are just two contrasting themes/colors allowed? or can there be more?

Alchemator · Mar 5th, 2011, 12:54:44 PM

Just gonna say that I'd like to discourage 'reservation' posts as they tend to clog up the thread without adding anything meaningful. Speculation like

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Precipice

I see so many Reshiram/Zekrom entry's coming up.

Is ok as long as you're relatively detailed.

Thanks :)

Danmire · Mar 5th, 2011, 12:58:27 PM

So basically, you get 2 colors, mesh em up together to make them look cool on any Pokemon?

Alchemator · Mar 5th, 2011, 12:59:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Danmire

So basically, you get 2 colors, mesh em up together to make them look cool on any Pokemon?

I'm leaving this pretty open-ended, what I've said in the description is just an example. Remember: there are plus points for creativity!

Danmire · Mar 5th, 2011, 1:02:06 PM

Haha, alright.

Sounds cool, I'll see if I can do one.
Good luck to anyone that joins!

Albinoloon · Mar 5th, 2011, 2:13:06 PM

My turn.

Alchemator · Mar 5th, 2011, 2:53:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Alchemator

Just gonna say that I'd like to discourage 'reservation' posts as they tend to clog up the thread without adding anything meaningful.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat chocolate-kipp

I plan on doing this, I love messing with color schemes lol.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Albinoloon

My turn.

Please read.

I hate to be mean, but any posts like these from now on will be deleted on sight.

Johann · Mar 5th, 2011, 3:12:14 PM

Wasn't this already a theme? http://www.smogon.com/forums/showthread.php?t=74371

Anyways I might enter for fun and I'm wondering what kind of leeway we have for shades/tints of the colors.

Alchemator · Mar 5th, 2011, 3:16:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Johann

Wasn't this already a theme? http://www.smogon.com/forums/showthread.php?t=74371

Anyways I might enter for fun and I'm wondering what kind of leeway we have for shades/tints of the colors.

It's not all about colours. It can be about contrasting scenes within the piece etc etc. Like I said, the more creative you are the more highly you'll score.

wickdaggler · Mar 5th, 2011, 3:58:02 PM

hey alch, I'm not so sure that the old judges are still going to be interested in judging, so maybe just reset the roster (save for yourself and I, of course).

Alch Edit: That thought had already crossed my mind, so sure.

also you're gonna wanna PM me, not Bucky about being a judge, since she explicitly said she doesn't want to be involved in this right now
here's a simple example of what you could do:

Nastyjungle · Mar 5th, 2011, 6:40:06 PM

here's my entry

DjGopher · Mar 5th, 2011, 8:11:27 PM

Yay!
Tough theme, though.. Participating if creativity stumbles by.
Also, I notice judge spots are open?
If so I'd like to "apply".

Shinxe · Mar 5th, 2011, 8:13:01 PM

I am now a judge >:U
(thanks daggler & co.!)

Badass, nastyjungle! or should I say, that art is sicknasty

wickdaggler · Mar 5th, 2011, 8:32:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat DjGopher

Yay!
Tough theme, though.. Participating if creativity stumbles by.
Also, I notice judge spots are open?
If so I'd like to "apply".

if nobody else steps up, the spot's yours

nasty that piece... god. my. oh.

bombiron · Mar 5th, 2011, 8:35:55 PM

also i would like to apply

Chou Toshio · Mar 5th, 2011, 9:33:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fat Shinxe

I am now a judge >:U
(thanks daggler & co.!)

Badass, nastyjungle! or should I say, that art is sicknasty

Eh~~ this means you're not going to be an entrant anymore? :S

Well less competition then . . . though Nasty's in the mix now >_> jk

Shinxe · Mar 5th, 2011, 10:36:19 PM

Awww Chou I don't have time to do extra art when I'm in school, ahaha... ;n; Even the Reshiram for the Smog nearly killed me

so now I will brutally judge everybody instead (because a tiny Shinx is super intimidating, right?)

DjGopher · Mar 6th, 2011, 12:22:52 AM

Wo-hoo, progress.

Sorry alch, if this against what you said..
Alch Edit: Not at all.
I think I'll be participating/finishing this time :)

Precipice · Mar 6th, 2011, 4:45:48 AM

I can sub in as a Judge if need be, But I wouldn't like to fill the role permanently.

TeraVolt · Mar 6th, 2011, 4:20:22 PM

Well, here's my entry:

Samurott Vs Emboar!!

Acklow · Mar 7th, 2011, 11:21:31 AM

There's quite a few entries (good ones too!!) going on here, I look forward to seeing more!!

Bucky · Mar 7th, 2011, 2:17:11 PM

Woohoo!!! You brought it back to liiiffe!!!!! I'm not dead, just on hiatus, ya dig? I might enter something if I get around to it.

P.S. You should probably change the OP where it says to PM me lol.

Edit: OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMG SHINXE IS GONNA JUUDDGGEEE!!!!!!!!! I always wanted Shinxe to be a judge. <3

Mar 5th, 2011, 1:02:06 PM	#8
Danmire Like a rolling stone Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 1,048 Miami, FL	Haha, alright. Sounds cool, I'll see if I can do one. Good luck to anyone that joins! __________________

Mar 5th, 2011, 2:13:06 PM	#9
Albinoloon Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 1,408 Very afraid	My turn. __________________ ~~~* an ASB Team of love ~~*~ +-=+-=+-= Fakedex =-+=-+=-+ I custom sprite ASB 'mons and trainers; PM me x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x

Mar 5th, 2011, 3:12:14 PM	#11
Johann Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 558 Achilles	Wasn't this already a theme? http://www.smogon.com/forums/showthread.php?t=74371 Anyways I might enter for fun and I'm wondering what kind of leeway we have for shades/tints of the colors. __________________ [20:39:26] <HD> civil war diplo [20:39:30] <HD> brit vs america art?

Mar 5th, 2011, 6:40:06 PM	#14
Nastyjungle Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,833	here's my entry Last edited by Nastyjungle; Mar 5th, 2011 at 9:03:41 PM.

Mar 5th, 2011, 8:11:27 PM	#15
DjGopher Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 706 Los Angeles	Yay! Tough theme, though.. Participating if creativity stumbles by. Also, I notice judge spots are open? If so I'd like to "apply". __________________ I can hear the rain; dancing in my open window.

Jul 10th, 2010, 11:06:03 AM	#1
Alchemator my god if you don't have an iced tea for me when i come back i'm gonna flip Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 3,762 Zrack attack!	Monthly Art Contest Megathread ~ MAC #24 - Retyping The Smogon Monthly Art Contest! Hall of Fame Smog Issue #16 - MAC #0-1 Smog Issue #17 - MAC #2-3 Smog Issue #18 - MAC #4-5 Smog Issue #19 - MAC #6 Welcome to the Smogon Monthly Art Contest! A competition for both digital and traditional artists to show their stuff and boast their skills. General Rules 1. All Smogon Forum Rules Apply. 2. Stealing artwork is prohibited, this includes copying another artists’ work (excluding original Pokemon artwork for references). If you are found to be stealing, you will be disqualified and banned from the current Monthly Art Contest, banned for two MACs after two instances, and permanently banned after three instances. 3. Have a question, or want to suggest a rule or theme? PM Alchemator! 4. Comments & criticisms are welcome, however posts such as “This one is definitely going to win/lose” or “This sucks!” will be deleted and such posts may get you warned. 5. If you have a problem, take it to PM. We don't want you spamming up the topic. 6. Please don't disrupt this thread (i.e. asking stupid questions repeatedly, trolling, etc). Repeated offenses can get you temporary bans from the MAC or a warning. Participation Rules 1. All entries must fit the theme. The Theme will be specified in each contest post. Both traditional and digital pieces are acceptable. 2. Any users found copying other submissions will be banned and disqualified from the current MAC. Prizes 1st and 2nd place will be featured in the Smog! __________________ Twitter \| Blog Last edited by RitterCat; May 18th, 2013 at 6:45:49 PM.

Mar 5th, 2011, 12:49:17 PM	#3
Precipice Thats bull. Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 219 England	I see so many Reshiram/Zekrom entry's coming up. Anyway, looks fun I'll make sure to do one.

Mar 5th, 2011, 12:51:01 PM	#4
Nastyjungle Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 1,833	may or may not participate; good luck to everybody anyways! edit: are just two contrasting themes/colors allowed? or can there be more?

Mar 5th, 2011, 12:58:27 PM	#6
Danmire Like a rolling stone Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 1,048 Miami, FL	So basically, you get 2 colors, mesh em up together to make them look cool on any Pokemon? __________________

Mar 5th, 2011, 3:58:02 PM	#13
wickdaggler Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 1,436 dickwaggler	hey alch, I'm not so sure that the old judges are still going to be interested in judging, so maybe just reset the roster (save for yourself and I, of course). Alch Edit: That thought had already crossed my mind, so sure. also you're gonna wanna PM me, not Bucky about being a judge, since she explicitly said she doesn't want to be involved in this right now here's a simple example of what you could do:

Mar 5th, 2011, 8:13:01 PM	#16
Shinxe there and back again Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 244 Boston MA	I am now a judge >:U (thanks daggler & co.!) Badass, nastyjungle! or should I say, that art is sicknasty __________________ Shinxe's Art Showcase and icons for free use! Oppan Poke' Style!

Mar 5th, 2011, 8:35:55 PM	#18
bombiron Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 787	also i would like to apply __________________ PETITION FOR NASTYJUNGLE TO DRAW MORE DICKS

Mar 5th, 2011, 10:36:19 PM	#20
Shinxe there and back again Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 244 Boston MA	Awww Chou I don't have time to do extra art when I'm in school, ahaha... ;n; Even the Reshiram for the Smog nearly killed me so now I will brutally judge everybody instead (because a tiny Shinx is super intimidating, right?) __________________ Shinxe's Art Showcase and icons for free use! Oppan Poke' Style!

Mar 6th, 2011, 12:22:52 AM	#21
DjGopher Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 706 Los Angeles	Wo-hoo, progress. Sorry alch, if this against what you said.. Alch Edit: Not at all. I think I'll be participating/finishing this time :) __________________ I can hear the rain; dancing in my open window. Last edited by Alchemator; Mar 6th, 2011 at 5:32:54 AM.

Mar 6th, 2011, 4:45:48 AM	#22
Precipice Thats bull. Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 219 England	I can sub in as a Judge if need be, But I wouldn't like to fill the role permanently.

Mar 6th, 2011, 4:20:22 PM	#23
TeraVolt Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 145	Well, here's my entry: Samurott Vs Emboar!!

Mar 7th, 2011, 11:21:31 AM	#24
Acklow Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 1,981 Yoshino is Yoshino, and Yoshinon is Yoshinon!!	There's quite a few entries (good ones too!!) going on here, I look forward to seeing more!! __________________ This week's Avatar is from: Date a Live

Mar 7th, 2011, 2:17:11 PM	#25
Bucky Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 410 What?	Woohoo!!! You brought it back to liiiffe!!!!! I'm not dead, just on hiatus, ya dig? I might enter something if I get around to it. P.S. You should probably change the OP where it says to PM me lol. Edit: OMGOMGOMGOMGOMGOMG SHINXE IS GONNA JUUDDGGEEE!!!!!!!!! I always wanted Shinxe to be a judge. <3