Notable Norrathians - Forum Challenge

[Kiara]

<p style="text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Notable Norrathians</span></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Forum Challenge</span></strong></span></p> <p><strong><span> </span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;">The Challenge: </span></strong><span>Sony Online Entertainment is hosting the "Notable Norrathians" Forum Challenge for EverQuest II. Using in-game imagery through screenshots or modified screenshots, or original artwork, EverQuest II community members have this opportunity to depict a visual representation of notable characters from Norrath. These can be anyone from EverQuest (such as Emperor Crush, Fippy Darkpaw, Ambassador D'Vinn) or EverQuest II (such as Antonia, Lucan, Nathan Ironforge).</span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span>In addition, please include a <strong>brief</strong> (100 words or less) description of your entry.</span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;">Duration: </span></strong><span>Submissions for this forum challenge will be accepted from Thursday, April 16, 2010 at 4:00 pm PDT until Friday, May 14, 2010 at 11:59pm (US Pacific Time). (PDT is -7 hours GMT: 12:00 a.m. MDT, 1:00 a.m. CDT, 2:00 a.m. EDT, 6:59 a.m. GMT, 7:59 a.m. CET) </span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;">Rules and Submission Details:</span></strong><span> Before submitting an entry, please review the <a href="http://www.station.sony.com/contests/rules.vm">Official Forum Challenge Rules</a> and the additional notes below: </span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><span>Images submitted must be in the form live photography (real life pictures), EverQuest II screenshot or modified EverQuest II screenshots without copyrighted materials included, and/or original artwork. Do not submit any images that are copyrighted or those that belong to someone else. Potential winners will be required to sign a release form regarding the ownership and usage of the image.</span></li></ul> <p><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><span>If using screenshots character names and NPC names should be turned off in the image. <strong>Do not include any text in the image.</strong> All UI elements must also be turned.</span></li></ul> <p><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><span>The image size <strong>must</strong> be exactly 800 x 600 pixels. Also note, while planning your image keep in mind that the borders of the images may be cropped when they are converted to game art.</span></li></ul> <p><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><span>You are permitted to submit updated versions of your image throughout the submission period. The last image submitted will be considered. </span></li></ul> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in;"><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><span>All Finalists will be required to submit an Affidavit and Release statement before being declared a winner.</span></li></ul> <p style="margin-left: 0.25in;"><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><span>If your submission does not conform to these requirements, your entry may be disqualified or you may be asked to resubmit. </span></li></ul> <p><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><span>You are only permitted to submit one image. </span></li></ul> <p><span> </span></p> <p><span>Submissions should be sent in an e-mail to <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank">[email protected]</a>. Be sure to include all of the following required information with your submission:</span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><strong><span>Subject of Email:</span></strong><span> EverQuest II “Notable Norrathians” Forum Challenge</span></li></ul> <ul type="disc"><li><strong><span>Real Name: </span></strong></li><li><strong><span>Forum Community Handle:</span></strong><span> (if applicable)</span></li><li><strong><span>E-mail Address</span></strong><span>:</span></li><li><strong><span>In-Game Character Name and Server:</span></strong></li><li><strong><span>Submission Title:</span></strong><span> (What you call your image.)</span></li><li><strong><span>Description:</span></strong><span> A 100 word or less story or description of who your picture represents.</span></li><li><strong><span>Image: </span></strong><span>Attachment or Hyperlink to where the file is hosted - All files externally hosted must be made available to download.</span></li></ul> <p><span> </span></p> <p><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;">The Selection Process:</span></strong><span><span>  </span>When viewing the entries, the panel judges will use a 0-100 point scale, with 0-35 points for originality, 0-35 points for creativity, and 0-30 points for thematic content consistent with the boundless possibilities for adventure within the world of EverQuest II (including storylines, characters, cinematography, special effects, editing and/or the embodiment of the EverQuest and EverQuest II adventuring spirit). </span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <p><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;">Reward: </span></strong><span>Winners will be announced on or around Friday, May 21, 2010.<strong></strong></span></p> <p><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><strong><span>First Place</span></strong><strong><span> (up to 10 winners</span></strong><span><strong>):</strong> The top 10 entries will be made into in-game paintings. </span></li></ul> <p><span> </span></p> <ul type="disc"><li><strong><span>Honorable Mentions:</span></strong><span><span>   </span>Other submissions may be selected as honorable mentions. Those selected at honorable mentions will only receive recognition on the EverQuest II Website, Forums, and other sources of news.</span></li></ul> <p><span> </span></p> <p><strong><span style="color: #3366ff;">Feedback: </span></strong><span>Feel free to offer your feedback on the submissions of others. We enjoy reading the comments on entries for these challenges just as much as the entries themselves! Just remember to be constructive.</span></p>

[Enna]

<p>Question:</p><p>Can they be vertical (like a portrait) or landscape (horizontal)?</p><p>Quote: <span><ul type="disc"><li><span>The image size <strong>must</strong> be exactly 800 x 600 pixels. Also note, while planning your image keep in mind that the borders of the images may be cropped when they are converted to game art.</span></li></ul> <p><span>So is it an option to be 600 x 800 instead?</span></p><p>(Identical size, just different orientation)</p><p>Thanks! <img src="../images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>*begins pondering who to portray*</p></span></p>

[oafgirl]

<p>One request -- please let the prize-winning paintings be available for sale for more than two weeks.</p><p>Had I known that the last batch (including Love's Last Arrow) was only for a limited time, I would've been doing writs 24/7 to get the necessary status.  (Most of my characters are very young....)</p><p>If you cannot allow an extended sales period, please tell us when the pictures will be going "off the market" so we can make plans.</p><p>(Oh, and if you find a way to bring back last year's paintings for a brief time, that would be Really Appreciated, too).</p><p>Thank you for your attention.</p>

[Kiara]

<p><cite>Enna wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Question:</p><p>Can they be vertical (like a portrait) or landscape (horizontal)?</p><p>Quote: <span><ul type="disc"><li><span>The image size <strong>must</strong> be exactly 800 x 600 pixels. Also note, while planning your image keep in mind that the borders of the images may be cropped when they are converted to game art.</span></li></ul> <p><span>So is it an option to be 600 x 800 instead?</span></p><p>(Identical size, just different orientation)</p><p>Thanks! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>*begins pondering who to portray*</p></span></p></blockquote><p>Yes, this is okay <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Enna]

<p><cite>Kiara wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p><cite>Enna wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Question:</p><p>Can they be vertical (like a portrait) or landscape (horizontal)?</p><p>Quote: <span><ul type="disc"><li><span>The image size <strong>must</strong> be exactly 800 x 600 pixels. Also note, while planning your image keep in mind that the borders of the images may be cropped when they are converted to game art.</span></li></ul> <p><span>So is it an option to be 600 x 800 instead?</span></p><p>(Identical size, just different orientation)</p><p>Thanks! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>*begins pondering who to portray*</p></span></p></blockquote><p>Yes, this is okay <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p></blockquote><p>*cheers*</p><p>*starts pondering more possibilities*</p><p>Thank you!  <img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Rainmare]

<p>one part says original artwork, then another syas live photography....which is it? as I could probably do an entry fo artwork, though I doubt I could get someone dressed up or posing for a picture</p>

[Kiara]

<p><cite>Rainmare@Oasis wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>one part says original artwork, then another syas live photography....which is it? as I could probably do an entry fo artwork, though I doubt I could get someone dressed up or posing for a picture</p></blockquote><p>It can be any of the options we listed.</p><p>It must meet the size requirements and there absolutely must not be able UI elements or text, or those will be disqualified. </p><p>Btw, since the prizes are not monetary in nature at all, this will also be open to our international community.</p>

[Enna]

<p>Oops, Lady Kiara was faster. <img src="/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[ChrissyFaey]

<p>Awesome contest. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>I've submitted my Venril Sathir picture!</p><p>(There was a WIP picture being posted here, but since I'm done, it is awayyy!)</p>

[Serica]

<p>That sketch looks amazing so far, you can start to see the story that is taking place in the scene, I am impressed that an alligator has decided to come help slay the Lich. <3</p>

[tashi]

<p><span ><span>Does the gods count as "notable characters from Norrath" or do they have to be mortals? And does it have to be an existing NPC or can it be a person who only exist in lore? :></span></span></p>

[Chiyoiche]

<p>Ainaree, ive been a fan of your art for some time now, espcialy thr Iksar work. probly one of the best non -soe iksar artists around. id love to have your painting in Chiyoiche's house! <3</p>

[Enna]

<p><cite>tashiie wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p><span><span>Does the gods count as "notable characters from Norrath" or do they have to be mortals? And does it have to be an existing NPC or can it be a person who only exist in lore? :></span></span></p></blockquote><p>*ponders*</p><p>Well, the examples listed appear to be mortals, and actual NPC's.</p><p>However, even if the Lore characters and pantheon members end up not being officially desired as main subjects, there's nothing to stop us from using a "Notable Norrathian" who does qualify interacting with a pantheon member or a strictly-lore Norrathian NPC.</p><p>For example, one of the "Prophets" with their deity looking over their shoulder would get the best of both worlds. *grins*</p><p>---------------------</p><p>That's a mighty fine beginning on the iksar picture! Well done!</p><p>*tip-toes off to work on her own submission*</p>

[Ristan]

<p>QUESTION!</p><p>do the notable norrathians have to be humanoid (like the examples) or can they be dragons also like trakanon or lady vox or whatever, since they had a part in lore as well?</p><p>Thanks!</p>

[Kiara]

<p>Yes, they can be gods or dragons or whatever, so long as they are Norrathian and someone of note <img src="/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>If they only appear in lore and not in game, that's fine, so long as it is official lore please.</p>

[Xalmat]

<p>FYI the link to <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> in the original post bounces.</p>

[Enna]

<p><cite>Xalmat wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>FYI the link to <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> in the original post bounces.</p></blockquote><p>I think that's an email address, rather than a link...</p><p>Though of course someone official can correct me if I'm mistaken.</p><p>(That's happened once or twice before, so 'tis possible that there could be a third time! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/499fd50bc713bfcdf2ab5a23c00c2d62.gif" border="0" /> )</p>

[Kiara]

<p>It's an email address <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Xalmat]

<p>I know that.</p><p>The problem is, if you click the link itself, the email address in the link is <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Adding the m at the beginning of the email address causes it to bounce.</p>

[Kiara]

<p><cite>Xalmat wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>I know that.</p><p>The problem is, if you click the link itself, the email address in the link is <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Adding the m at the beginning of the email address causes it to bounce.</p></blockquote><p>Thank you, that's helpful and allows me to correct the problem as opposed to just, hey the link is broken <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>It's fixed now.</p>

[Enna]

<p>*updated Work-In-Process image later in the thread*</p>

[TorrynWoodsrunner]

<p>Nice to see I'm not the only one working in DAZ Studio.</p><p>Here's my entry into the contest. I might update it here or there, but I'm pretty happy with it.</p><p><img src="http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff125/ChromeTiger/turnofthetide-sm.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>If you'd like to see the image in larger size, you're welcome to see it <a href="http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff125/ChromeTiger/turnofthetide-lg.jpg" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>

[Mystfit]

Gasp! I nearly forgot to enter!!! Off to take screenshot of my most favorite Norranthian!!!

[ChrissyFaey]

<p>Torynn, I really like your piece! I cannot do 3d modeling for the life of me... and EQ2 is a 3d game. I tried to pick up 3d rendering and told myself that anyone can do it... but such didn't ring true. I was much too impatient. So, I quite admire what you've done with your piece.</p><p>Here is my entry. It's in a different style than Torynn's wonderful piece - but I hope it comes off well in its own right. If you have any feedback for me... I'm accepting! I probably will tweak at it until the very last day of the contest. I haven't touched it in a few weeks, admittably... but it's lurking.</p><p>This is a Thulian's battle against Venril Sathir, the biggest heretic of them all.</p><p>And someone forgot to click the statue, dangit.</p><p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/1026/20090704T144951/images/Ainaree_NNorrathian_Entry_2.jpg" width="800" height="600" /></p>

[Enna]

<p>I can't do 3D modeling either... I just arrange stuff that others have modeled.</p><p>The character face posted above is the result of working with a set-up very much like the character creation screens in EQII. Except that there are about 500 more dials to play with. *grins*</p><p>Both pictures posted above are quite impressive!</p><p>I can see that I'm going to have some stiff competition!</p><p>However, I still mean to do my best... and hope my results are worthy to make the top-10 cut. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p>

[feldon30]

<p>I'm astounded that this thread is not more active!!Come on folks! There have to be more aspiring artists out there than this.Anyway, I think Torryn's dark elf assault and Ainaree's Venril Sathir battle are a shoo-in.</p><p><strong>I've done a writeup on EQ2Wire including mentioning DAZ Studio. Hopefully that will give the final push to get some more entries for this contest!</strong></p>

[Kiara]

<p>Just FYI for all you uber creative types that have to get things JUST RIGHT (at least I figure that's why more people haven't sent stuff in **nudgenudge**).</p><p>I'm extending the deadline!!</p><p>I'll post it on the Players page and all sorts of other good places too <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>The new deadline for getting your entries in, is May 28th!</p>

[Mystfit]

<p>I entered my picture yesterday. I haven't near the talent some of these folks do, but I sitll had fun wiritng up my story and getting my notable to pose!!</p>

[TorrynWoodsrunner]

<p><cite>Kiara wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Just FYI for all you uber creative types that have to get things JUST RIGHT (at least I figure that's why more people haven't sent stuff in **nudgenudge**).</p><p>I'm extending the deadline!!</p><p>I'll post it on the Players page and all sorts of other good places too <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>The new deadline for getting your entries in, is May 28th!</p></blockquote><p>The 28th?!? I could get at least one or two more entries made by then...sure we can't do multiple entries???<img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p>

[Enna]

<p><cite>Kiara wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Just FYI for all you uber creative types that have to get things JUST RIGHT (at least I figure that's why more people haven't sent stuff in **nudgenudge**).</p><p>I'm extending the deadline!!</p><p>I'll post it on the Players page and all sorts of other good places too <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>The new deadline for getting your entries in, is May 28th!</p></blockquote><p>Heh, not sure if I qualify as "uber" creative, but I do like to have things as close to "just right" as humanly possible.</p><p>Thanks for the extra "breathing space"! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>My work-in-process still needs... well, the short form is that the picture doesn't match the one in my head yet. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p>

[Kethaera]

<p>I mailed my entry in a while ago, but forgot to post it here. I'm not certain I like the "canvas" effect I put on it, what do you all think? The title is "The Shepherd of the Celestial Watch". Made in Poser 8 and [Removed for Content], with a background screenshot.</p><p><img src="http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h109/kethaera/Ealaynya_sm.jpg" /></p>

[Enna]

<p>Nicely done! <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Kikiriki]

<p><cite>Kiara wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Just FYI for all you uber creative types that have to get things JUST RIGHT (at least I figure that's why more people haven't sent stuff in **nudgenudge**).</p><p>I'm extending the deadline!!</p><p>I'll post it on the Players page and all sorts of other good places too <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>The new deadline for getting your entries in, is May 28th!</p></blockquote><p>Bless you for this. The past month has been nothing but studying and finals and I realllly wanted to enter this! Expect an entry soon!</p>

[Bellacouste]

<p>Might tweak something here and there before the 28th, but for now, here is Hasten Bootstrutter mapping out Antonica.</p><p>Had lots of fun with this and am glad to have finally caught one of the Forum Challanges.  <img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p><img src="http://memberfiles.freewebs.com/15/89/50998915/photos/Lore/Notable%20Norrathians-Mapped%20Horizens.png" width="800" height="600" /></p>

[Anestacia]

<p><cite>Bellacouste@Everfrost wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Might tweak something here and there before the 28th, but for now, here is Hasten Bootstrutter mapping out Antonica.</p><p>Had lots of fun with this and am glad to have finally caught one of the Forum Challanges.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p><img src="http://memberfiles.freewebs.com/15/89/50998915/photos/Lore/Notable%20Norrathians-Mapped%20Horizens.png" width="800" height="600" /></p></blockquote><p>That is awsome!  So cute!!</p>

[Rainmare]

<p>I'm working on a peice myself, it's in the pencil stage right now but soon it'll be in teh pen and computer stage!</p>

[Kethaera]

<p>Wow, Bellacouste, that's really good! I love your use of color, and the rim lighting on Bootstrutter.</p>

[Mystfit]

<p><cite>Bellacouste@Everfrost wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Might tweak something here and there before the 28th, but for now, here is Hasten Bootstrutter mapping out Antonica.</p><p>Had lots of fun with this and am glad to have finally caught one of the Forum Challanges.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p><img src="http://memberfiles.freewebs.com/15/89/50998915/photos/Lore/Notable%20Norrathians-Mapped%20Horizens.png" width="800" height="600" /></p></blockquote><p>What an excellent choice!!!!</p>

[Ristan]

<p>This is mine, although I may end up changing the whole thing (choosing a different NPC) by the time the deadline runs rolls around, Since we had a shorter deadline, I simply did a modified screen shot, now that the deadline has been pushed out, I'm working on Mayong in DAZ Studio.  We'll see if I get him done in time <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p>Lord Vyemm:</p><p><img src="http://kyrainetheranger.tripod.com/lordvyemmfinal2.jpg" width="800" height="600" /></p><p><span><img src="http://kyrainetheranger.tripod.com/starsiggirl.gif" /><span style="color: #cc99ff;"><span style="font-size: 85%; line-height: normal;"><a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Starseeker/">Starseeker</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Arendul/">Arendul</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Ristan/">Ristan</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Kyraine/">Kyraine</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Saewyn/">Saewyn</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Lyiana/">Lyiana</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Kicx/">Kicx</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Elegi/">Elegi</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Anomandaris/">Anomandaris</a> </span><span style="font-size: 85%; line-height: normal;">My Houses: <a class="postlink" href="list.m?topic_id=477978">Starseeker's Suite</a>--<a class="postlink" href="list.m?topic_id=456320">The Tinkerdome 1.0</a>-- <a class="postlink" href="list.m?topic_id=458754">The Tinkerdome 2.0</a> </span></span></span></p>

[feldon30]

I wonder how much that shot of Vyemm would benefit from Shaders 3.

[Ristan]

<p>Probably lot, lol but I've changed my submission to Mayong Mistmoore, wasn't sure if i'd get it done in time. This is my first run with Daz3D.  Did the main picture in daz, then pulled it over to Photoshop 7 and made it more mayongy.</p><p>"Twilight in the Tunarian Throneroom"</p><p><img src="http://kyrainetheranger.tripod.com/mayongcontest.jpg" /></p><p><span ><img src="http://kyrainetheranger.tripod.com/starsiggirl.gif" /><span style="color: #0000bf;"><span style="font-size: 85%; line-height: normal;"><a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Starseeker/">Starseeker</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Arendul/">Arendul</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Ristan/">Ristan</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Kyraine/">Kyraine</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Saewyn/">Saewyn</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Lyiana/">Lyiana</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Kicx/">Kicx</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Elegi/">Elegi</a> * <a class="postlink" href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/Crushbone/Anomandaris/">Anomandaris</a> </span><span style="font-size: 85%; line-height: normal;">My Houses: <a class="postlink" href="list.m?topic_id=477978">Starseeker's Suite</a>--<a class="postlink" href="list.m?topic_id=456320">The Tinkerdome 1.0</a>-- <a class="postlink" href="list.m?topic_id=458754">The Tinkerdome 2.0</a> </span></span></span></p>

[Kethaera]

<p>Starseeker, do you mind a little feedback on your Mayong piece? I really like it, but I have a suggestion for it (which is not really necessary, just a thought I had) if you're up for hearing it.</p>

[Ristan]

<p>sure always up for feedback <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Kethaera]

<p><cite>Starseeker@Crushbone wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>sure always up for feedback <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p></blockquote><p>Well, I like how you've done some painting on the hair and features to make him look more like Mayong. It has a certain "painted" style to it that I actually really like. In my opinion, and you're certainly welcome to disagree, I think the whole piece could benefit from matching this style. If you saved in layers, you could run a filter or two on the background screenshot and the render part to kind of smudge out the lines so they're not so crisp, giving the whole piece a little more cohesion. Am I making sense? I don't use Photoshop so I can't recommend any specific filter, but I do remember it having some paint filters from when I had the free trial.</p>

[Adiene]

<p>oh wow nice works <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p>My friend  Lil pointed me to this when it was first posted and I been working on pictures since hehe</p><div></div><div><p>When all the other little girls wanted to be princesses and ballerinas , I wanted to be a vampire. So, it was no surprise that Norrath's eldest vampire, Mayong Mistmoore, was the first notable Norrathian that popped into my head. <span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span></span></p><p> Mistmoore was not only the first guild raid I went on, it soon became my all time favorite zone <span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">t</span></span>o hang out in. (when he was not camping the zone line! LOL)</p><p> Vampires, castles and Dark El<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">ves</span></span>, what could possibly be better then that? ... Oh, I know! throw in a deep dark steamy love story,  betrayal and a ticked off ex girl friend! Which brings me to my next favorite zone, Tower of Frozen Shadows. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /> The love scorned Tserrina betrayed by the one she was completely in love, nay obsessed with. Locked in her tower just as it were her wedding day... <span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span></span> </p><p>Sometimes I wonder, "what if". What if he had not cast her away, what if they had wed, what if they mended the past and tried to rule Norrath together? </p><p>I tried to combine two of my favorite zones and lore characters (since their lore is shared in parts hehe). Used some new and old graphic concepts in hopes it mixes well together hehe</p><p>I hope that you will enjoy <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p><img src="http://morbidmystic.com/gallery/g2data/albums/mmo/My_Immortal_by_Adiene_2010.jpg" /></p></div>

[Kethaera]

<p>Adiene! Nice to see you, chicky! Beautiful work, as always!</p>

[Senya]

<p><cite>Adiene@Antonia Bayle wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>oh wow nice works <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p>My friend  Lil pointed me to this when it was first posted and I been working on pictures since hehe</p><div></div><div><p>When all the other little girls wanted to be princesses and ballerinas , I wanted to be a vampire. So, it was no surprise that Norrath's eldest vampire, Mayong Mistmoore, was the first notable Norrathian that popped into my head. <span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span></span></p><p> Mistmoore was not only the first guild raid I went on, it soon became my all time favorite zone <span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">t</span></span>o hang out in. (when he was not camping the zone line! LOL)</p><p> Vampires, castles and Dark El<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">ves</span></span>, what could possibly be better then that? ... Oh, I know! throw in a deep dark steamy love story,  betrayal and a ticked off ex girl friend! Which brings me to my next favorite zone, Tower of Frozen Shadows. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /> The love scorned Tserrina betrayed by the one she was completely in love, nay obsessed with. Locked in her tower just as it were her wedding day... <span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span></span> </p><p>Sometimes I wonder, "what if". What if he had not cast her away, what if they had wed, what if they mended the past and tried to rule Norrath together? </p><p>I tried to combine two of my favorite zones and lore characters (since their lore is shared in parts hehe). Used some new and old graphic concepts in hopes it mixes well together hehe</p><p>I hope that you will enjoy <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p><img src="http://morbidmystic.com/gallery/g2data/albums/mmo/My_Immortal_by_Adiene_2010.jpg" /></p></div></blockquote><p>Can't wait to buy this painting in game.  <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" />  Great work!</p>

[Enna]

<p>Work in process ...</p><p>A mentoring session betwixt Amree and Saphronia. Since mentoring usually begins with a map and a plan... <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p><p>(updated version)</p>

[Meridia]

<p>This is my first attempt at creating something like this.   I downloaded Daz 3D and made the rest in Photoshop.</p><p>When I read about the contest on EQ2 Wire  I envisoned a Fae recovering a spirit bud of a fallen queen and returning it to some place safe.</p><p>Edited:  With updated photo....</p><p><img src="http://www.everseek.com/images/light.jpg" width="800" height="600" /></p>

[Rhak]

<p>Serenitii: Don't forget the following rule:</p><p><span ><span>"The image size <strong>must</strong> be exactly 800 x 600 pixels (or 600x800). Also note, while planning your image keep in mind that the borders of the images may be cropped when they are converted to game art."</span></span></p><p>So take your image out of the frame and just display the image itself. It does give a great look as to how cool the picture would look in the frame though. <img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>That said - I'd love to see of all these pictures in my home. So many fantastic pieces of art!</p>

[Meridia]

<p><cite>Zalora@Guk wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Serenitii: Don't forget the following rule:</p><p><span><span>"The image size <strong>must</strong> be exactly 800 x 600 pixels (or 600x800). Also note, while planning your image keep in mind that the borders of the images may be cropped when they are converted to game art."</span></span></p><p>So take your image out of the frame and just display the image itself. It does give a great look as to how cool the picture would look in the frame though. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p>That said - I'd love to see of all these pictures in my home. So many fantastic pieces of art!</p></blockquote><p>Ah, yes, I know <img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" />   I  wasn't posting this as my entry -- just for feedback.   I'm still tweaking the image before entry.</p>

[cyanista]

<p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/579/20081023T104933/images/FINALluclin.jpg" width="800" height="600" /></p><p>Here's my piece.  Poor Luclin, watching her moon be destroyed.</p>

[Hikinami]

<p>All of these are great!</p><p>Server pride though, Go AB entries!</p>

[Enna]

<p>Amazing work everyone! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>As for my own efforts, well...</p><p>*she quietly hopes the "no text" part of the rules doesn't apply to the pages of books*</p><p>Final version -- sent.</p><p>*wipes sweat from brow*</p><p><img src="http://everquest2.com/images/en/features/articles/norrathians/Enna.jpg" width="800" height="600" /></p><p>Hope you enjoy. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>Updated to final image.</p>

[Adiene]

<p>hi hi hi *waves* <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /> & Thanks!</p><p>Those are great guys! <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>Your picture is coming along nicely Enna! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/e8a506dc4ad763aca51bec4ca7dc8560.gif" border="0" /></p>

[Kikiriki]

<p>Bertoxxulous! :3</p><p><img src="http://i845.photobucket.com/albums/ab11/KikirikiEQ2/584f2d05.png" width="600" height="800" /></p>

[EilistraeeSong]

<p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 30.0px; font: 12.0px Arial;"><em><strong><span style="color: #ffffff;">The clouds hung heavily over the Commonlands on the day that Sindy and Ixi set out from their comfortable Neriak homes to seek adventure among the bright lights of the big city.  Most of all they dreamed of dancing the Freeport night away, perhaps in the company of a gallant fighter or a mysterious rogue.  The two fair maidens were not disappointed, however, when they caught the eye of another dancer who longed only for a few minutes respite from the burdens of leadership.  And how they danced…</span></strong></em></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 30.0px; font: 12.0px Arial;"> </p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 30.0px; font: 12.0px Arial;"> </p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 30.0px; font: 12.0px Arial;"><img src="http://i904.photobucket.com/albums/ac245/Sindaloth/lucandanceshotcropped.jpg" /></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 30.0px; font: 12.0px Arial;"> </p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 30.0px; font: 12.0px Arial;"> </p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 30.0px; font: 12.0px Arial;"><strong><span style="color: #ffffff;">P.S. this is an authentic in-game shot. We did really dance with the Overlord during the Heroes' Festival. (The Overlord will have our heads for posting this photo!)</span></strong></p>

[Tikku Lilledrum]

<p><cite>Bellacouste@Everfrost wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Might tweak something here and there before the 28th, but for now, here is Hasten Bootstrutter mapping out Antonica.</p><p>Had lots of fun with this and am glad to have finally caught one of the Forum Challanges.  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p><img src="http://memberfiles.freewebs.com/15/89/50998915/photos/Lore/Notable%20Norrathians-Mapped%20Horizens.png" width="800" height="600" /></p></blockquote><p>As a gnome, a quester and a old time player very familiar with Antonica I like this one very much. Even so much I made it my new desktop background, and I rarely change backgrounds.</p>

[Rainmare]

<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y78/darktigerclaw/Sullon1001copy.jpg" /></p><p style="text-align: center;">an interpretation of Sullon Zek, the Mistress of Rage. <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Enna]

<p>*whispers softly*</p><p>Lady Kiara, the first post hasn't had the deadline updated... <img src="/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>*returns to quietly trying -not- to worry over whether there's any way to improve her own entry that she's overlooked*</p>

[Meganya]

<p><img src="http://www.designsbyeve.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/firionavie_dbe052210.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>I was afraid I wasn't gonna be able to meet the challenge, but the extended deadline made it possible for me to play, too. <img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" />  I decided to go with miss Firiona Vie, wandering around Felwithe in the moonlight some night long ago.  Good luck everyone!  *hugs to Adi and Keth!*</p>

[Kethaera]

<p><cite>Shanyssa@Blackburrow wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p><img src="http://www.designsbyeve.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/firionavie_dbe052210.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>I was afraid I wasn't gonna be able to meet the challenge, but the extended deadline made it possible for me to play, too. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" />  I decided to go with miss Firiona Vie, wandering around Felwithe in the moonlight some night long ago.  Good luck everyone!  *hugs to Adi and Keth!*</p></blockquote><p>**hugs back**</p><p>Mmmm, all those blues would go VERY nicely in my main's house! **nods** Beautiful work, as always hon!</p>

[Adiene]

<p>*huggers~!</p><p>Great work on her hun. You know exactly whoshe is as soon as you see her<img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>Glad you were able to make it in on time yay !</p>

[onimi]

WoW, looks awesome! love it

[Pink_Poodle]

<p>Anashti Sul watercolored, inked, and colored-penciled-in by me. She's my favorite NPC, she's so pretty. Yes I gave her detached sleeves and covered her up a bit.</p><p>EDIT: It's a little too tall, I will submit a cropped version when I get to my image-editing computer.</p><p><img src="http://i50.tinypic.com/kccg1k.jpg" width="800" height="702" /></p>

[Pink_Poodle]

<p>Question, when it says "You are permitted to submit updated versions of your image throughout the submission period. The last image submitted will be considered."</p><p>Can I redraw my image? Or choose another character? I am hoping to do so this week if possible.</p>

[Kiara]

<p><cite>Poodle_Poodle wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Question, when it says "You are permitted to submit updated versions of your image throughout the submission period. The last image submitted will be considered."</p><p>Can I redraw my image? Or choose another character? I am hoping to do so this week if possible.</p></blockquote><p>Absolutely <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Brook]

<p><cite>Shanyssa@Blackburrow wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p><img src="http://www.designsbyeve.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10001/firionavie_dbe052210.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>I was afraid I wasn't gonna be able to meet the challenge, but the extended deadline made it possible for me to play, too. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" />  I decided to go with miss Firiona Vie, wandering around Felwithe in the moonlight some night long ago.  Good luck everyone!  *hugs to Adi and Keth!*</p></blockquote><p>Awesome work! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/e8a506dc4ad763aca51bec4ca7dc8560.gif" border="0" /></p><p>I would pay real money for this one.</p>

[screenid]

<p>This is MY CITY</p><p><img src="http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/8454/mycityx.jpg" /></p><p> I will  be back</p><p><img src="http://img101.imageshack.us/img101/8969/iwillbeback.jpg" /></p>

[Tuatha]

<p><img src="http://cheesepirate.com/tmp/drafling_01.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>Work in progress.</p>

[Tuatha]

<p><img src="http://cheesepirate.com/tmp/drafling_02.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>A little update. Tail, bixies and background still missing, and I haven't really decided if I am going portrait or landscape yet.</p><p>"Looking just like a halfling, the man had lizard scales covering his entire body, and two small little horns sprouting from the top of his head. He was chewing on a small wooden stick, and would puff smoke between words."</p>

[Tuatha]

<p><img src="http://cheesepirate.com/tmp/drafling_03.jpg" /></p><p>Starting to suspect that it's way too cartoony and won't look good as an ingame painting at all.Maybe I should start over, with a new subject.</p>

[Enna]

<p>You can soften or slightly blur the areas where the lines grow too black, and get a more "3D" instead of cartoon effect.</p><p>If you want to.</p><p>Up to you, however... your piece. <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Tuatha]

<p>I was never going to keep the black outlines, they are just leftovers from my sketch. The problem is that it'll still look cartoony without them. Will try to finish it and then decide I guess, still 2 days left!</p>

[Pink_Poodle]

<p>Here's a remake of my watercolor painting (the red background is the void)!</p><p><img src="http://i47.tinypic.com/2njbyj5.jpg" width="800" height="600" /></p>

[Bellacouste]

<p>I did some last-minute revisions on mine, mainly I re-did that lolly-pop tree by the griffon tower, fixed some lighting on the clouds and Hasten and the sketchbook as well as some other small fixes.</p><p>Now I'm going to never look at it again until the 29th, lest I start picking it apart again.  ^^;</p><p><img src="http://memberfiles.freewebs.com/15/89/50998915/photos/Lore/Notable%20Norrathians-Mapped%20Horizens%20Revised-1.png" width="800" height="600" /></p>

[Enna]

<p><cite>Bellacouste@Everfrost wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>(snip)</p><p>Now I'm going to never look at it again until the 29th, lest I start picking it apart again.  ^^;</p></blockquote><p>I know that feeling ... well!  *salute*</p><p>Your picture is fabulous, as are several others posted here.</p><p>I'm glad there will be 10 winners, so more folks' art can be shared in game! <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Lillaanya]

<p>/joins the TAC party going on in this thread.  Can't wait to buy all this pretty art in game!</p><p>I tried my hand at a rather not-so-happy overlord</p><p><img src="http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e29/Lillaanya/Lucanmain.jpg" /></p>

[Tuatha]

<p><img src="http://cheesepirate.com/tmp/drafling_05.jpg" /></p><p>"The flowers that bloom within this patch are said to be of magical properties. This must surely be so as legend uncovered have placed the elusive halfling draconic sage called the Drafling as the sower of these seeds."</p>

[Bellacouste]

<p>Love the Drafling pic!  <img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" />  I've got a couple of toons who would love to have that in their houses. </p>

[Tuatha]

<p>Thank you Bellacouste! I love your Bootstrutter pic, it's going on my tavern wall for sure.</p><p>I added a hive and some bixies, I think it's done now:</p><p><img src="http://cheesepirate.com/tmp/drafling_07.jpg" /></p><p>Entry mailed! The Mysterious Drafling, standing in the middle of the Bumblethorn Flower Patch he once planted in the Enchanted Lands.</p>

[Astaer]

<p>There are some really nice entries so far. I'm definately enjoying this challenge, even if it were only because it has finally made me finish one of my EQ2 related art pieces.</p><p>Mailed mine, and for all to see here is Tayil N'Velex, wielding the Soulfire. *drumroll*</p><p><img src="http://i868.photobucket.com/albums/ab242/Saltybizkit/Tayil800_600_3.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>Yeah, my style is kind of comic-ish. I like to think that if Everquest 2 would ever be made into an animated series, it would look like this.</p><p>I'm by no means a great digital colour artist, I feel better about the linework. Tried a bit of cell-shading with this one, which adds to the comic/animated look.</p><p>My first try was to stay true to Tayil's armor as seen in game, but she is seen in several places, wearing different things and (if I recall right) different hairstyles. Her armor colours didn't work for me in this picture, so I changed it to something that suited better.</p><p>Description:Nature of the Teir'Dal. Trustee to the Overlord, Tayil N'Velex wields the Soulfire in Lucan's absence. Are her treachery and ambition finally revealed?</p>

[mook85az]

<p>Here's mine.</p><p><img src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh88/bkunemund/entry.jpg" /></p>

[Kiara]

<p>I'm so impressed with everyone's submissions.</p><p>You're all very talented <img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>Just a note, the entry period closes tomorrow!</p><p>So get your last minute entries in ASAP!</p>

[Adiene]

<p>those are awesome!!!! Squeeee~!! I love seeing all the art work. I am a art junkie yes /sage nod hehe</p><p> "toonish" in game. Personaly I love it! I wish I could do toonish <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/9d71f0541cff0a302a0309c5079e8dee.gif" border="0" /> I know there are a couple pieces in game and would love to see more <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p>

[Daine]

<p>So much great art here!  I really liked Venril, The Shepherd of the Celestial Watch, Bootstrutter, Mayong+Tserrina, Amree+Saphronia, Firiona, and the Drafling (Tayil too, even if she is comic-y).  Saving up the status on my crafters so I can hopefully buy all these beautiful pictures!</p>

[Kiara]

<p>You shouldn't need status to buy this round <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" />  We're trying something different.</p><p>I'll get more details to you guys once they're in game and ready to go.</p><p>Don't forget everyone!  You've got until 11:59pm tonight to get your entries in, for any last minute submissions!</p>

[Conna]

<p>Here is my entry into the contest. The NPC is Tserrina 'Syl'Tor from the Tower of Frozen Shadows and the piece is called Woman Scorned.</p><p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/13250/20100520T171550/images/Woman_Scorned.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>I tried to get as close to her original outfit from EQ1 as I could.</p><p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/13250/20100520T171550/images/Tserrina.png" width="345" height="500" /></p>

[Enna]

<p>Wow, good job on costume copying! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>Let's see... it looks like there are 20 entries posted.</p><p>I wonder how many emailed entries in without posting previews for us curious folk to admire?</p><p>*ponders*</p><p>PS - I <a href="http://forums.station.sony.com/eq2/posts/list.m?topic_id=479357" target="_blank">posted some details</a> of how I edited screenies into my picture in the fan art section, in case anyone was curious. I'm pleased with how that part came out, and hope it may inspire others for future creations. <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Erithe]

<p>I should have posted my entry here a while back, I see! <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>The first daughter of Tunare, the first Queen of all the High Elves, who may or may not have also been the first queen of the Dark Elves, depending on who you're talking to at the moment <img src="/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/469/20060629T111033/images/firstqueenhighres.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p>

[Bellacouste]

<p>That's beautiful, Erithe!  She looks so elegant.</p><p>The style is wonderful too, sketchy but clean, very awesome.  <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p>

[Caelen]

<p><cite>Connall@Antonia Bayle wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Here is my entry into the contest. The NPC is Tserrina 'Syl'Tor from the Tower of Frozen Shadows and the piece is called Woman Scorned.</p><p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/13250/20100520T171550/images/Woman_Scorned.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p><p>I tried to get as close to her original outfit from EQ1 as I could.</p><p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/13250/20100520T171550/images/Tserrina.png" width="345" height="500" /></p></blockquote><p>Wow, that is an awesomely faithful rendition! Kudos to you, Connall!</p>

[Vallestra]

<p><cite>Erithe wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>I should have posted my entry here a while back, I see! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>The first daughter of Tunare, the first Queen of all the High Elves, who may or may not have also been the first queen of the Dark Elves, depending on who you're talking to at the moment <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/469/20060629T111033/images/firstqueenhighres.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p></blockquote><p>I really like this one. I like how its loosely created. Much better than what I could ever do. Thanks for sharing!</p>

[Reilena]

<p>Oh! I didn't realise people were posting their submissions.. heres mine!<img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/12516/20100328T062840/images/Tayil_N%27Velex_-_The_Betrayer.jpg" width="800" height="600" /></p>

[Kiara]

<p>Everyone's entries are just amazing <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>I can't wait to see who wins <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>I'll be collecting the entries and sending them over for judging this week!</p>

[Pink_Poodle]

<p>I can't wait to see who wins! Wasn't it today or something?</p>

[ChrissyFaey]

<p>I could've sworn they posted it was today... but now I can't find the post. Eek.</p>

[Kiara]

<p>It was meant to be today.  But I haven't (sorry!!) had the time to get them judged.</p><p>Things have been a little hectic.  I'll submit them for judging today and hopefully have the news to you guys by next week <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>Extending the contest length sort of threw me off, my apologies!</p>

[Conna]

<p><cite>Erithe wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>I should have posted my entry here a while back, I see! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>The first daughter of Tunare, the first Queen of all the High Elves, who may or may not have also been the first queen of the Dark Elves, depending on who you're talking to at the moment <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/283a16da79f3aa23fe1025c96295f04f.gif" border="0" /></p><p><img src="http://www.raven-mythic.com/images/gallery/469/20060629T111033/images/firstqueenhighres.jpg" width="600" height="800" /></p></blockquote><p>This is my favorite entry in the contest even over my own. It is absolutely beautiful and shows off a lot of skill.</p>

[Tuatha]

<p>Good luck everyone! I suspect the jury is going to have a very difficult task deciding.</p><p>Hope all 10 of the chosen paintings remain available for purchase for a long time, or even forever - a special "contest painting" merchant in each city would be nice.. :)</p>

[Kiara]

<p>Greetings all <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /></p><p>I've sent the entries off to the judges.  I have to say that I am so glad I am not doing the judging cause everyone did amazing work!  I'm so impressed and jealous!</p><p>We're aiming to have them all judged by Friday, but if the judges are super busy (and when aren't they?) we may have to push it back again.</p><p>I'll let you know when I find out (or I may conscript Brasse's help with that).</p><p>Thanks again, everyone, you did awesome work and I can't wait to find out who will be made into paintings!</p>

[Enna]

<p><cite>Kiara wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>(snip)</p><p>I have to say that I am so glad I am not doing the judging cause everyone did amazing work!  I'm so impressed and jealous!</p>(snip)<p>Thanks again, everyone, you did awesome work and I can't wait to find out who will be made into paintings!</p></blockquote><p>So... can you customize a face when creating a character in EQII?</p><p>Can you decorate an in-game house?</p><p>Can you use your character's appearance tab?</p><p>If you can do those three things, then you can probably do 3D art at least as well as you do those three things. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>You'll just need to acquire a "library" of items to work with, and read a tutorial or three on how to use the program's controls.</p><p>The basic premise is extremely similar to EQII character creation, and in-game house decorating, and appearance tab set-up for applying different hair and clothing.</p><p>It's just that instead of pulling the items from your bank or backpacks, you're pulling them from your 3D "Library." And you have a lot more options. Character customization usually has at least 20 dials, even for the simplest model.</p><p>The first thing to learn: check and see if something provides a geometry/mesh, or if it's only a texture "add-on" for a geometry obtained elsewhere. A texture add-on won't do you much good if you don't have a geometry to apply it to!</p><p>With 3D, you can go a *long* way without spendnig a dime. So you can experiment with free things, and find out that way if this type of art is something you are enjoying, before you start investing any money.</p><p>Though be warned: if you do start buying, it can count up really quickly!  <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/385970365b8ed7503b4294502a458efa.gif" border="0" /></p><p>You may need to register (for free) at each site listed below. (I've been a free "member" at each of them for so long that I've forgotten).</p><p><strong>Free 3D art program</strong>: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.daz3d.com/i.x/software/studio/-/download?&_m=d" target="_blank">http://www.daz3d.com/i.x/software/s...nload?&_m=d</a></p><p>Free 3D human models, and assorted misc: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.daz3d.com/i/3d-models/free-3d-models?cat=382&_m=d" target="_blank">http://www.daz3d.com/i/3d-models/fr...at=382&_m=d</a></p><p>More free stuff from the community: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://forum.daz3d.com/viewforum.php?f=41" target="_blank">http://forum.daz3d.com/viewforum.php?f=41</a></p><p>Signing up for the DAZ newsletter also gives you access to their <em>free-stuff archives</em>: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://free.daz3d.com/free_weekly/archive_list.php" target="_blank">http://free.daz3d.com/free_weekly/archive_list.php</a> (unless they changed it, that link won't work unless you're signed up for the newsletter.)</p><p>Additionally, DAZ has a "new item" freebie every week. It remains free for approximately a week, then it goes to an "introductory price" for another week or so, after which time the formerly free item is full-price. So 'tis worth the effort to catch those as they go by. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>More free stuff in "Poser" format, 98% of which works for DAZ|Studio also: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sharecg.com/b/11/Poser" target="_blank">http://www.sharecg.com/b/11/Poser</a></p><p>(Notice the little search box in the upper left corner?  You can pick a specific model, such as "Kids 4" and search out items specifically made for them!)</p><p>Another store with an incredibly huge free stuff section is <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.renderosity.com/" target="_blank">http://www.renderosity.com/</a> ... for them, you will need to register before you can access their freebie section. Why do I remember this and not the others? Well... when I forget to log in, the "Free Stuff" link right there on the front-page menu won't work!</p><p>If you sign up for Renderosity's weekly email newsletter, there are additional freebies available. Renderosity sends a different link each month in their newsletter (so you get the same link all month long, however many weeks that month lasts).</p><p>In addition to hair, clothing, backgrounds and props, you'll also want to look for light sets and pose sets. Making poses by hand takes a longish while. Much easier to customize an existing pose! Same is true for lights, especially at first, unless you have a lot more skill/talent than I did from art and photography classes through college! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/8a80c6485cd926be453217d59a84a888.gif" border="0" /></p><p>Happy experimenting! <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p>

[ChrissyFaey]

<p>Apart from excellent 3d Tutorials... Do we have any update about how voting went? <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /> We are anxious!</p>

[Kiara]

<p>Thanks for the tips Enna... I cannot decorate a house.  /sad.  Nefaria did one for me and omg it's so awesome!</p><p>Anyway!</p><p><strong>Update:</strong> My apologies. The judges were unable to get judging by Friday.  With the craze of E3 last week, there was just no time.  It WILL be done this week, however, I have gotten a promise (with the judicious use of bribery, of course).</p>

[Kethaera]

<p>Ahhhh! Kiara, you keep psyching me out! I see your name as the last person posted, and think "This is it!"</p><p>I'm not gonna have any fingernails left after this...</p>

[Kiara]

<p>I know!  I'm so sorry.  I didn't want to leave you guys hanging though, so I wanted to make sure you knew where we were in the judging process.</p><p>It's all my bad for not taking E3 into account when I first set up the schedule.  I forgot all about it (possibly because I don't like to go to stuff like that, due to the horrific crowds!).</p>

[Enna]

<p><cite>Kiara wrote:</cite></p><blockquote><p>Thanks for the tips Enna... I cannot decorate a house.  /sad.  Nefaria did one for me and omg it's so awesome!</p><p>Anyway!</p><p><strong>Update:</strong> My apologies. The judges were unable to get judging by Friday.  With the craze of E3 last week, there was just no time.  It WILL be done this week, however, I have gotten a promise (with the judicious use of bribery, of course).</p></blockquote><p>Awww, well grats on finding someone who can do -- with style -- what you feel is not your own forte. <img src="/eq2/images/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" /></p><p>You (and anyone else who feels they have insufficient skill in house-decorating) could still use screen-shots for backgrounds, and just make character portraits with 3D.  Those can be fun, too! (That's how I got started, actually... )</p><p>In case you wondered, writing up those tips was partially something to do instead of checking every 5 minutes to see if results had come in... *grins sheepishly*... I thought maybe it might accidentally give one or two other folks something else to do (or think about) besides being impatient, also.</p><p>If not, at least 'twas unlikely to hurt anything, since everything I linked is free. *winks conspiratorially*</p><p>Until results come in, there are certainly no shortage of things to do in Norrath. Or if I want a change of pace, there's no end of possibilities within 3D art!</p><p>The problem can be choosing which to do this time... *ponders*</p><p>(PS - thanks for the update! <img src="/smilies/3b63d1616c5dfcf29f8a7a031aaa7cad.gif" border="0" alt="SMILEY" /> )</p>