The sixth edition of the competition brought an unexpected outcome - we have as many as seven winners! First place went to @vragolana with her magnificent Geisha painting, second place was awarded to @gatubela for her vibrant artwork "Cayena," while third place was shared by five artists who all achieved the same score. Some of them - @kawa-i-kredki and @ezunjoshy - reached this result thanks to the bonus points they received for casting their votes. Other participants who earned voting bonuses include: @vragolana, @gatubela, and @silviabeneforti. @artsbreezy01 didn't qualify for the bonus because he awarded one point to his own work, which disqualifies from receiving the bonus.

We thank all voters and participants, and below we present the winning artworks!

🥇 1st place: @vragolana Geiša broj 1. 🇯🇵Geisha number 1. 🇯🇵 - 17 pts - prize: 20% of the post's earnings

This watercolor painting features a geisha with delicate porcelain skin, capturing a serene yet profound beauty. The soft blending of blues, reds, and pinks creates a calm, dreamlike atmosphere, highlighting the geisha's graceful and poised expression.

The artist shares the first of three geisha portraits they painted for a friend who wished to buy one. The painting represents a quiet and ethereal beauty, with the geisha depicted as a symbol of transience and mystery. The artist describes the geisha’s face as a mask of calm, with a timeless smile, while each movement tells an unspoken story.

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🥈 2nd place:

@gatubela Cayena 🌺 (Técnica mixta, colores y pastel al óleo) / Cayenne 🌺 (Mixed technique, colors and oil pastel) - 13 pts - prize: 15% of the post's earnings

This vibrant drawing features a woman with a warm and serene expression, surrounded by nature. The use of pastel colors brings her to life, with a bright red hibiscus flower in her hair and a necklace of cherries, complementing the soft background of trees and water. The contrast of bright reds, greens, and soft skin tones creates a harmonious and lively atmosphere.

The artist uses pastel colors to depict a woman with a gentle expression, adorned with a hibiscus flower and a cherry necklace, set against a peaceful natural backdrop. The colorful and detailed strokes capture the freshness and beauty of the scene.

🥉 3rd places - the total prize pool of 15% of the post's earnings will be divided among 5 winners:

@ceec-nk Drawing the Supply Runner for the Splinterlands Art Contest) - 6pts - prize: 3% of the post's earnings

The drawing depicts a character with fiery red hair and a thick, orange beard, dressed in a blue outfit with a yellow collar. His intense expression suggests a determined, slightly rebellious personality, possibly inspired by a "gangster" figure. The combination of vibrant colors, such as orange, brown, blue, and yellow, brings depth and contrast to his facial features and clothing.

The artist shares their excitement about the week ahead, feeling open to new opportunities. Inspired by the rainy weather and a gangster-type reference, they created a character design with many changes during the process but kept the mustache. The artist used various shades of colors to achieve the final effect.

@silviamaria Tofu in watercolor) - 6pts - prize: 3% of the post's earnings

The artwork depicts a cute cat with a floral crown made of pink roses. The artist was inspired by their own cat, Tofu Augusto, and used watercolor to bring the drawing to life. The painting is a blend of skill development and passion for watercolor techniques, particularly the way the colors layer and blend together.

The artist shares their experience of drawing and painting their cat Tofu Augusto, a project that started as a sketch in January 2023 and was completed with watercolors during a trip. They discuss their self-taught journey, love for watercolor painting, and how they enjoy experimenting with layering colors. They also mention their assistant, Pino, who helped with the final details of the piece.

@abdt Night Scenery Drawing) - 6pts - prize: 3% of the post's earnings

The image portrays a couple walking hand-in-hand under the moonlight in a peaceful, eerie landscape. The background features bare trees with dark, atmospheric tones, and the moon casts a soft glow on the reflective ground. The couple appears silhouetted against the moon, and a few birds can be seen flying in the sky, adding to the quiet and melancholic mood of the scene.

This drawing beautifully captures the stillness of the night, with soft shading and contrasts that create a sense of calm, yet hint at an almost dreamlike or mysterious atmosphere.

@kawa-i-kredki [PL / ENG] #50, 🌃) - 6pts - prize: 3% of the post's earnings

This artwork features a serene and dramatic moonlit scene. The moon dominates the composition, casting a soft, glowing light over the silhouette of a distant rocky landscape. The dark blue tones of the sky and water create a calming atmosphere, while the moon provides a sense of depth and mystery. The scene is minimalistic yet powerful, evoking feelings of solitude and contemplation.

@ezunjoshy A Graphite Sketch; Sideview - 6pts - prize: 3% of the post's earnings

This image is a sketch drawn in pencil, portraying a man's profile. The man has sharp facial features, a prominent moustache and beard, and his hair is styled upwards, giving a dramatic appearance. The shading suggests a thoughtful, intense expression.

The author described creating this sketch because they were captivated by the facial expression of the subject, which they had admired for a while but had not previously attempted to draw. They also experimented by overlaying this drawing on a previous sketch of a woman to observe the outcome.

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Congratulations to the winners! 🎉

Remember, the contest is ongoing! Tomorrow, we’ll publish a post showcasing this week’s submissions. Join the YAF - Young Art Fair Community and support our project! Let’s celebrate creativity together. 🎨✨

Don't forget about the YELLOW contest! You can submit your entries under this post:
https://hive.blog/hive-177717/@hiveartgallery/hive-art-gallery-contest-theme-yellow

Only 2 weeks left!

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