ok guys, another month has passed and another group of awesome images have been turned in. You like making my life difficult don't you!! It was very hard to choose this month. It was a tricky topic and you guys performed amazingly!
But as always I have to pick and choose. If you are interested in the judging criteria, it basically goes like this: I look at each entry and evaluate the concept first, then I look and see how it's pulled off (technique). With me, I tend to weigh unexpected solutions and images more. Technique is always appreciated, but concept and technique will always win. I look for a creative solution to the problem (but still hits the task at hand).
And here's how it broke down:
Winner: @harveywalls
This image seemed so perfect to me. The composition and color are great. It's an immediate read and everything is handled well. The details of the snow coming off him is great. Then I saw the belt and that is such a thoughtful detail. Great work Harvey!
2nd place: @markoman & @Eric-Castleman
I couldn't decide on a solid 2nd place, then I remembered I can do anything I want since I co-own the school, so I awarded two second place images! Marco's image was so cool and unique. The color balance was awesome and I really loved the editorial feel of it.
Apparently I love penguins and Eric's was really amazing. The technique was flawless and I loved it. I see a whole picture book story here Eric. I wanna know what happens to that penguin?!!!
3rd Place: @NoWayMe
This concept was a little dark, but I really like all the storytelling that it depicts. And it is refreshing to see an image that a lot of kids could relate to. On top of that the lighting, color, and design are top notch.
Rounding out the top 10:
!
@Dennis-Spaans Great concept and execution. Loved seeing this on the forums.
@Embla Such a unique take on the subject. Very fun to see all the details inside the windows and the lone figure on top. Beautiful.
!
Lisa's image of a tiger in the bath was so intimate and painted in a very controlled watercolor technique. Not so easy to do! Nice work Lisa!
!
@RHirsch I saw a few different takes on the "kid doing adult stuff" theme and I thought this one really hit it. I love her attitude!
@stringfellowart This look you are getting is so fun and unique. It reminds me of "The Fantastic Mr. Fox". Lovely.
@Jose-Ramos lovely rendering and lighting. Charater design is very professional as well. I'd like to see more from this story!
That's our top 10. Thanks again to everyone who entered. I can't wait to see what you guys do next month!! : )
jk, thanks for the great words and doing this each month.