Hey all,

Well, I've been on a sort of hiatus for a while now, because I've been really involved with college and whatnot. Well, here's a bit of an update for everyone, with news I hope you all will be pleased about.

I found out about two weeks ago that I was accepted to SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Desgin) for photography, and also will be attending with a $15,000 a year scholarship! So, needless to say I'm extremely excited about that.

Other than that, I haven't been up to much, but I'm happy to say that I'll have some new stock up this week! So I hope you'll all look forward to that.

Thanks to everyone.

<3<3<3

-Sketch

Soo, haven't been uploading or even really checking very much.

I've been working on my college portfolio, and as you may or may not have noticed, been paying more attention to my regular art account. I'm looking to get into SCAD for Photography.

In other news...my 18th B-day is soon...December 8th to be exact. So I'm really excited about that.

Other than that school and work have pretty much consumed me, but I promise some new stock this week! <3

Thanks to everyone who watches and faves and comments and loves

<3<3<3

-Sketch

Mood: Excited

Wellll guys..the time has come for me to announce the winners of my very first contest!

Let me start out by saying that every submission really surpassed my expectations...and I'm so happy with the turn out I recieved. All the submissions were very unique, and all the artists extremely talented. If I had a better paying job I would no doubt give out more prizes to more people. That's something I can work on for my next contest, but unfortunately for this one it was sort of experimental, and the number and quality of the prizes will have to do. It was really a challenge to pick winners because of how broad the contest was. Also something to look into for next time. Anyway thanks so much to everyone who participated, and hopefully I'll catch you on my next project as well! Oh and PLEASE PLEASE drop me a note with some feedback, comments, things to improve upon. This was my first contest, I'd love to hear how I can make the next better. Thanks guys <3

On to the fun part......


*~*OVERALL WINNER*~*:

by Stock Used:

I loved "Don't Feed the Animals" by ~GoodvsEvil from the moment I laid eyes on it. Not only is it extremely well drawn, detailed, and colored, but also...the theme is just SO original. I've never seen anything quite like it. And I doubt anyone else has. A cat, snake, and what appears to be a reindeer girl all contribute to the offbeat style that is GoodvsEvil. This is just a really fresh and unique piece. One year sub or Print Account for you my friend.



*~*OVERALL RUNNER UP*~*:

by Stock Used:

"River" by *Manshi is just beautiful. I've never been too fond of Digital Paintings....but this one is really great. My favorite part of the entire piece is probablly the hands. I just love the detail of them, along with the beadwork on the outfit, and the soft flow of the wings. All those aspects really pull together a great piece of work. 3 month sub for you.



*~*MINI-WINNERS*~*: (basically pieces that I love beyond control and had to shell out a prize to)


__Best Theme:__

by Stock Used:

"Fairy Dust" by ~Drkmnlght is just great. I LOVE macabre/horror pieces, and to see my eyes and lips on this sweet character made me tummy jump a bit with happiness. The blood, the way her hair is sprawled across the floor....just makes an awesome vector. 1 month sub darling. Wish I could give you more.



__Best Style:__
by Stock Used:

Now what do I mean when I say best style? Simple. "Butterfly Eyes" displays some of ~MadPimp350's classic techniques. It's eerie, elegant, and somehow always stays with you. The simplicity coupled with the contrasting pale and bright colors really show what a talented artist he is. 1 month sub to you too dear. Wish I had more for ya.



*~*HONORABLE MENTIONS*~*: (Wish I had more money, you guys would all be getting prizes)

by Stock Used:

"Look at me Now" by antiFlash is cute, quirky, and oh-so-retro. Love the colors. It's just so fun!


by Stock Used:

At first glance, I thought "Sketch" by ~Barfusstanzen was a photomanip...appon further study I learned that it was just an incredible drawing. Way to go.


by Stock Used:

"The Leaves" by ~TerraGirl16 is just a wonderful poem. I was in love with it from the begining.


by Stock Used:

"Hey There" by ~Ida-d-great was another awesome drawing. It's innocent, detailed, and just plain adorable.


by Stock Used:

"Path" by ~CierraMyst was just lovely. I wish I could give her a prize, I really do. I love the soft lighting. It's just fluffy and sweet and wonderful.


by Stock Used:

What the fuck is "Centre of Attention" by ~troup? I HAVE NO IDEA!!!!! AND I LOVE IT!!!



There are so many others that I loved...it would take forever to name them all. But thank you soooo much to everyone who participated, and to ~Ashley-Nikki-Nichole for helping me judge. Please take some time to congratulate the winners...or anyone who entered. Everyone was just wonderful.

Also, winners, contact me(or I'll contact you if you don't before the 30th) and I'll give you your prize. Preferably when you're online.

Thanks again everyone! I can't wait for my next project!

<3<3<3

-Sketch

Mood: Excited

~Prize Info~

-OVERALL WINNER(out of ALL contest submissions): 1yr Subscription to da OR Print Account (Winner may specify once chosen)

-OVERALL RUNNER UP: 3 month subscription

-MINI/CATEGORY WINNERS*: 1 month subscription

*I. E., most original, best drawing, etc. WHICH CATEGORIES I USE for these winners HAVE NOT been decided on yet, and are subject to change. If you have an idea on what would make a good category, please send me a note, or comment this entry. Thanks.


~Contest Rules~

-Submit as many NEW deviations made using/inspired by any of my stock images as you want. Drawing, Flash, Photomanip, Painting, hell even a photo inspired poem/story-Whatever you can think of. (Pretty simple, right?)

-Submissions must abide by my rules. This means no hate related or extremely sexual material(question? Note me), a link back to my original photo in the description, and no use outside of DA without my permission.

-All submissions, in addition to a link to the original stock, must also have a link to this journal entry to help spread word of my contest.

-COMMENT ON THIS JOURNAL with a link to your entry, otherwise, I'll assume it's not part of the contest.

-All submissions must be recieved by *August 25th*

-Winners will be announced on *August 30th*

Thanks everyone.
-Sketch

RULES/CONTACT-updated 7/30

If you use my stock, you MUST:

-notify me.

-give me credit, and add a link back to my original stock photo on your deviation.

-not use it for any hate related, or extremely sexual material. (If you're confused about this, send me a note and we'll discuss it)

-DO NOT use outside of DA without permission.

-If I feel that you have used my stock innapropriately, I will request you take it off, please abide by that.


Any questions, concerns, comments-send me a note.


My regular DA account - [link]