Artists, we challenge YOU!


Captain_Solaris

 

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Hi all,

Reading up on some posts, I’ve come across some requests for drawings done of characters. I myself have requested some too, also I’ve had sketches done by professional comic artists who came to the conventions and participated in “draw the world together”.

And as I’ve paid to have those done, I was thinking it would be nice to rewards some of the great artists here for a ‘commission’.

So I got chatting with my friend FFM. From there things got rolling…
“why not make it a competition?”

And so here we pose a challenge to all you artists out there willing to step up and face it.

Draw a picture of our two main characters.

The rules:
<ul type="square"> [*]Entries must be posted to this thread as a link (Give appropriate warnings in the link for gore, violence, nudity, etc.)[*]Entries must contain BOTH of our characters in the same image[*]Entries can be in any situation you like[*]You can enter as many times as you like, but only ONE prize per contestant[*]Only original pieces of work please. No derivative works[*]Entries must be posted no later then February 19th[/list]
FFM and myself will be the judges and we will choose 3 winners. To make it easier on the contestants, here are some points we’ll be looking at:
* Interaction – These are RP characters and are a recently a married couple. If the interaction is wrong, you loose points, if it’s ‘just right’ you will gain points
* Finish – We’re looking for something that belongs as a wallpaper. Inking and colouring scores points
* Resolution/Size – As said, a wallpaper is a likely use for this, so a 640x480 scan will not really stand much chance unless bigger can be provided. (ie: OK as an entry posted here, not as the finished product). As a guide, I use 1280x960 and FFM uses 1400x900 (Widescreen).

What with Valentine's Day coming up, using that as a theme might win you points also.

There are 3 prizes to be won:
First Prize:
A 60 days NCSoft gametime card (or rather the code in a PM or Email)
Second Prize:
Good vs Evil EU Edition, delivered to your doorstep via Amazon
Third Prize:
The 2 City of Heroes books (Paperback) The Freedom Phalanx &amp; The Web of Arachnos. Delivered to your doorstep via Amazon.




Our two characters are:


Eloise Mary “Miss Ellie” Stoneberg (was Eloise Mary Smith)
Player: FloatingFatMan
Height: 5ft5in / 1.65m

Being part human, part cat and part Kheldian, Ellie is somewhat cheeky, and often irreverent. Though not quite as inquisitive as her partner, she's very loving and fiercely loyal to her friends and loved ones, having risked her life on more than one occasion for them.
She carries herself with obvious confidence in her abilities as a level 50 Peacebringer and specialises in shape shifting.

Once publicly known as the hero Tiger White, she retired several months ago but has recently restarted, using the new secret identity of KittyHawk.

Visual reference: Some pictures here



Jessica “Grav Mistress” Stoneberg (was Jessica van Steenbergen)
Player: ShadowGhost
Height: 6ft / 1.83m

Jessica is the 'serious' one of the two. She's inquisitive, her curiosity is legendary, she's rather maternal and caring, even overprotective over friends.
She carries herself with an outward confidence, some might even call it arrogance. And has fairly good control over her outward emotions. She likes to smile in company of friends.
As for her powers... She's a mage and a Peacebringer, though semi retired.
She specializes in Gravity control, force fields, fire control, conjuration of (temporary) objects, illusions and soul magics. (Grav/FF/Fire controller, Peacebringer, Fire/kin controller + RP abilities)

Now for some visual references: Some pictures here
Her greenish skin and blond hair are the result of her magic changing her. She used to be Caucasian with red hair, because she's a mage and sometimes has to hide her appearance, she brings them back with an illusion.


Repeat for your convenience:
Jess and Ellie
Ellie
Jess

Any questions about the characters can be asked, preferably through PM (So as not to tip off the competition? )




Oh, and for those who haven't caught on yet:
[Disclaimer]
This is a contest thought up, organized and run by two players. This is done with some friendly support from Bridger; but in no way are NCSoft, Cryptic or Bridger responsible for this competition, nor can they be held responsible in any way, shape or form, for anything in its running.
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Now get drawing!
(and don't forget to have fun!)



ShadowGhost and FloatingFatMan


@ShadowGhost & @Ghostie
The Grav Mistress, Mistress of Gravity

If you have nothing useful to say, you have two choices: Say something useless or stay quiet.

 

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Hmm got three weeks of Uni after next week (yay for "reading" weeks) might try this out, not drawn any CoX stuff yet.
*strokes chin*


It's not running away. It's advancing in reverse!

 

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I hope I can do something for this. Not so much to aim for a prize but more because you already are in my to-do list.

Can we sticky this? *tickles Bridger* ^^

And will someone help me pull my finger out of my butt, it seems I became lazy-er than before?


 

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I accept your challenge!


I am the Blaster, I have filled the role of Tank, Controller and Defender
Sometimes all at once.
Union EU player! Pip pip, tally ho, top hats and tea etc etc

 

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You have challenged Teh Kreative Kittycat....




And Teh Kreative Kittycat agrees. I Accept your challenge *grabs pencil and paper* ONWARD!

Catz


 

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Wall eh... this sounds like fun... and thanks Swissy... without the sticky I would not have seen this... =p


What ever...
Just get it...
Over with all ready...

 

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Double XP weekend has passed, 2 of the 5 weeks for this challenge have gone too...

I thought I'd offer a friendly reminder that only 3 weeks are left!

February 19th is coming!


@ShadowGhost & @Ghostie
The Grav Mistress, Mistress of Gravity

If you have nothing useful to say, you have two choices: Say something useless or stay quiet.

 

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Half way there!
Coming up to the drawing both of you together stage. Phew this is a long process, but looking good!

Catz


 

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Great!
Looking forward to seeing it!

Do you think you're good enough to make my next wallpaper? (like my current )


@ShadowGhost & @Ghostie
The Grav Mistress, Mistress of Gravity

If you have nothing useful to say, you have two choices: Say something useless or stay quiet.

 

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Great!
Looking forward to seeing it!

Do you think you're good enough to make my next wallpaper? (like my current )

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Well we shall se shant we Depends wether you like it

Catz


 

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how dodgy is too dodgy ^_-


 

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how dodgy is too dodgy ^_-

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Hmmm?


@ShadowGhost & @Ghostie
The Grav Mistress, Mistress of Gravity

If you have nothing useful to say, you have two choices: Say something useless or stay quiet.

 

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Well, less that 2 weeks to go people! How goes it!?

Dying to see some entries here! Remember, multiple entries ARE allowed, but only one prize per entrant!!


@FloatingFatMan

Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

 

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Still waiting for an answer to the "how dodgy is too dodgy?" ^_^ Nah just kidding :-P

..it's... getting.... along... sorta.. 0.o Oh who am I kidding, it needs utterly redrawn..


 

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Still waiting for an answer to the "how dodgy is too dodgy?" ^_^

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Entries must be posted to this thread as a link (Give appropriate warnings in the link for gore, violence, nudity, etc.)

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Your choice!
Do what you want to do, make of it what you want to make it! (and yes, I've had wallpapers that some would call socially unacceptable when visitors drop by... )


@ShadowGhost & @Ghostie
The Grav Mistress, Mistress of Gravity

If you have nothing useful to say, you have two choices: Say something useless or stay quiet.

 

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Ahem... Kindly remember I have small children, and pictures of THAT sort wouldn't make it to my wallpaper... The wife would SLAUGHTER me!


@FloatingFatMan

Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

 

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Ahem... Kindly remember I have small children, and pictures of THAT sort wouldn't make it to my wallpaper... The wife would SLAUGHTER me!

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For MY wallpaper, though...


@ShadowGhost & @Ghostie
The Grav Mistress, Mistress of Gravity

If you have nothing useful to say, you have two choices: Say something useless or stay quiet.

 

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Ahem... Kindly remember I have small children, and pictures of THAT sort wouldn't make it to my wallpaper... The wife would SLAUGHTER me!

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For MY wallpaper, though...

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True.. And I DO run a windows based PDA what shows a wallpaper...


@FloatingFatMan

Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

 

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True.. And I DO run a windows based PDA what shows a wallpaper...

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That makes 2 of us... must remember to set a different wallpaper by Friday... ...


@ShadowGhost & @Ghostie
The Grav Mistress, Mistress of Gravity

If you have nothing useful to say, you have two choices: Say something useless or stay quiet.

 

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I cant draw!.... Well might as well try


 

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Hmmm.. A most interesting picture!!


@FloatingFatMan

Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.

 

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Grav Mistress really rocks on that picture!


 

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I'd just like to remind people, 7 days left before the close of the competition. All entries must be posted to this thread BEFORE the 19th February!


@FloatingFatMan

Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.