Decided to move this out of my thread since it's doing nothing but collecting dust. See my thread for portfolio.
So I've decided for around the holiday season I'm opening up ONE commission slot for free. Yes, free. Absolute Free. This will be handled exactly as a commission is, including a receipt from a business paypal, confirmation, and you'll be treated like a king in the art world as if you were really paying for a job. That's right, that means you call the shots, you make your requests, and you're able to take creative license with one creation of your choosing.
This means that I'm actually holding somewhat of a contest. Not in the way you may be thinking, in fact you don't have to do much at all besides be honest. Since it's the season for giving, I'm deciding to give you one piece of art that you want. Almost any size is acceptable, and any content matter. The winners are based on need during the holiday season. I want to stress that this piece will be print ready and can be given as a gift if you have no other choices, or just something you can pass on if that's what you want to do. Of course, it's up to you what to do with your winning, but the entries are going to be read over by myself and used to judge who wins.
You must be completely honest.
You must have been a member of the forums (active) for over five months. (I'll bend on this one)
You must not have been warned or infracted for being over-dramatic or caught lying at any time (I will check)
You must be having some kind of hardship this holiday season.
You must be over the age of 15.
You must present a reason why you feel you deserve this more than anyone else that applies.
This will not be based on who I know and don't know, but I will ask your friends or family if they are on the forums about the validity of your request. Again, do not lie.
You can request anything if you win. A card for your family, a poster for your wall, a picture of your mayor. I will not be printing anything, but as I said, the item will be print ready at full resolution and I will work with you throughout the creative process. The contest starts November 26th and will end December 15th. All entries must be in. There will be no late entries accepted.
So all you have to do is send me a personal message with your reason for wanting or needing something a little extra for your holiday. It could be something happening financially, your situation at work or school, anything. A sob story won't win per-se, but someone that's showing true strength of character, personality, and just losing their lot lately or having a wrench thrown into everything will be considered more than others. As I said, this is less of a contest and more of a gift.
I'll try and have the winning entry done a few days before Christmas. No promises, unfortunately.
For all that enter, keep in mind that I'm doing this because I've -been where you are- before. If you know someone on the forums that is having a rough time, you're more than welcome to refer them here.
Now, unfortunately we do have to talk about restrictions.
I will not draw porn. That's always paid for.
I will not draw offensive material.
I will not print the piece. I can't afford it.
I will not do anything in 3D. (Maya, UDK, Game Levels/Animations. They take longer than I have.
I will restrict entry if I know you're lying.
I will not allow anyone under 15 to enter. There are many more out there that can use a pick-me-up.
Do not post your entry in the thread. I don't want to see people trying to horribly one-up each other.
That's about it. Have a happy holiday and I look forward to working with the winner.
EDIT: I would like a general idea of your request BEFORE THE CONTEST ENDS.
Yes, you read that correctly. BUT WAIT, there's more!
So I've decided for around the holiday season I'm opening up ONE commission slot for free. Yes, free. Absolute Free. This will be handled exactly as a commission is, including a receipt from a business paypal, confirmation, and you'll be treated like a king in the art world as if you were really paying for a job. That's right, that means you call the shots, you make your requests, and you're able to take creative license with one creation of your choosing.
So what does this mean for me?
This means that I'm actually holding somewhat of a contest. Not in the way you may be thinking, in fact you don't have to do much at all besides be honest. Since it's the season for giving, I'm deciding to give you one piece of art that you want. Almost any size is acceptable, and any content matter. The winners are based on need during the holiday season. I want to stress that this piece will be print ready and can be given as a gift if you have no other choices, or just something you can pass on if that's what you want to do. Of course, it's up to you what to do with your winning, but the entries are going to be read over by myself and used to judge who wins.
That makes no sense.. what are the rules?
You must be completely honest.
You must have been a member of the forums (active) for over five months. (I'll bend on this one)
You must not have been warned or infracted for being over-dramatic or caught lying at any time (I will check)
You must be having some kind of hardship this holiday season.
You must be over the age of 15.
You must present a reason why you feel you deserve this more than anyone else that applies.
This will not be based on who I know and don't know, but I will ask your friends or family if they are on the forums about the validity of your request. Again, do not lie.
Everything Else
You can request anything if you win. A card for your family, a poster for your wall, a picture of your mayor. I will not be printing anything, but as I said, the item will be print ready at full resolution and I will work with you throughout the creative process. The contest starts November 26th and will end December 15th. All entries must be in. There will be no late entries accepted.
So all you have to do is send me a personal message with your reason for wanting or needing something a little extra for your holiday. It could be something happening financially, your situation at work or school, anything. A sob story won't win per-se, but someone that's showing true strength of character, personality, and just losing their lot lately or having a wrench thrown into everything will be considered more than others. As I said, this is less of a contest and more of a gift.
I'll try and have the winning entry done a few days before Christmas. No promises, unfortunately.
For all that enter, keep in mind that I'm doing this because I've -been where you are- before. If you know someone on the forums that is having a rough time, you're more than welcome to refer them here.
Now, unfortunately we do have to talk about restrictions.
I will not draw porn. That's always paid for.
I will not draw offensive material.
I will not print the piece. I can't afford it.
I will not do anything in 3D. (Maya, UDK, Game Levels/Animations. They take longer than I have.
I will restrict entry if I know you're lying.
I will not allow anyone under 15 to enter. There are many more out there that can use a pick-me-up.
Do not post your entry in the thread. I don't want to see people trying to horribly one-up each other.
That's about it. Have a happy holiday and I look forward to working with the winner.
EDIT: I would like a general idea of your request BEFORE THE CONTEST ENDS.
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