✮ hi!! first off, i am sosososo sorry for how atrociously late these are :,D i genuinely apologize, and i’d also like to add that i don’t think contest hosting is my “thing” :sob: second, thank you all so much for the lovely entries!! i had a blast looking at them all, im glad you guys liked the characters and gave them your own unique spin <3 judging was truly difficult, and even if you didnt place i’d just like you to know that you’re still excellent and talented :starstruck: ✮ a quick review of prizes! 1st: the character, bust-up sketch 2nd: bust-up sketch :) (sorry for getting rid of third ahah) quick reminder that only first place has rights to own the character :0 if you won a sketch, please comment below with a link to the character you want me to draw! ✮ without further ado, here are the winners: sea witch ~ 1st: @-gloriousgloria- . loved the story and how well the art goes with it!! also the implication of a villain arc :eyes: can’t wait to see what you do with her <33 2nd (tied): @mousec4t123 . she is SO CUTe in your entry aah <33 i love the vibrant colors and the sparkles, the fluffy ocean-wave looking hair, and the blinking actually surprised me (in a good way! super smooth animation :0) 2nd (tied): @kab0315 . the vibes of this scene are so surreal - like the glowy bugs, lighting, and pose aah :D the backstory you added for her is so sweet!! autumn witch ~ 1st: @aloezi . your backstory was so detailed omg?? i love how you made a reference for her as well she looks stunning! enjoy the character <3 2nd: @dreaminqleo . i love the details on this!! the hair looks super pretty and the soft leaves in the background are such a nice touch!! celestial witch ~ 1st: @teeny-ghost . love your artstyle it’s so clean and scrumptious-looking <33 and the shading?? woah :) i like how soft the colors are as well, hope you enjoy the character!! 2nd: @furryfrog2023 . the pose is amazingg and i love the hairstyle you chose for her!! i love the way you shade as well its so satisfying to admire <3 congratulations to all <33
