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Yay - We have our Avi Contest WINNERS!!!!

Here's how the scoring went:

Scoring
a) Creativity: 3 pts - Give it 0, 1, 2, 0r 3 points
b) Originality: 2 pts - Give it 0, 1 or 2 points
c) Overall Look: 4pts....Give it 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4 points
d) Theme: (Does it fit the theme?) 1 pt

Judge's Favorite = 5 points
Judge's 2nd Favorite = 3 points

Contest One -Harry Potter Avi
include photo, picture and/or paragraph about the character

Bellatrix 19
a) Creativity: 1,3,3
b) Originality: 1,1,2
c) Overall Look: 2,1,2
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: I didn't like this avi too much. It didn't fit the reference picture at all.
Judge B: i have to admit this is a funny entry. The items used to represent the character I can see, but I recommend a much less cluttered avatar for a higher impression.
Judge C:, love the creative idea, great reference story & photo but wouldn't have recognized the characteras Bellatrix without the label.

Luna 27
a) Creativity: 3,2,3
b) Originality: 2,1,2
c) Overall Look: 4,4,4
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: I thought that this Luna was great. She looked just like the reference picture and all.
Judge B: a classy entry. Good attention to detail.
Judge C: Loved how close this was to the reference photo. Classy.

Ravenclaw - 21
a) Creativity: 2,2,2
b) Originality: 1,2,2
c) Overall Look: 2,4,1
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: No comment.
Judge B: Beautiful avatar
Judge C: Intricate and beautiful, nice description, much darker than I pictured Rowena.

Fleur's Wedding Day 24 + Judge A's 2nd Favorite-27
a) Creativity: 3,2,2
b) Originality: 2,2,2
c) Overall Look: 3,2,3
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: My second favorite one. I liked this one. I must say, it did catch my eye and I thought it looked great.
Judge B: This entry is missing a reference image or paragraph, so I couldn't rate very high. One recommendation for this avatar would be to position both hands up so it looks as though she's holding with both hands. Still, very pretty avatar.
Judge C: Pretty. Where's the smile that transformed everyone who came into Fleur's veela aura? I agree with Judge B about the hands.

Harry and Hedwig -25 + Judge B: 2nd Favorite =28
a) Creativity: 2,1.3
b) Originality: 2,1,2
c) Overall Look: 3,4,4
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: No comment
Judge B: Very cute. The use of the tome for Hedwig made me smile.
Judge C: Love everything about this Avi, except the missing glasses. Beautiful attention to detail except for that.

Luna with Quibbler Glasses 23 + Judge C:2nd Favorite= 26
a) Creativity: 2,3,3
b) Originality: 2,2,2
c) Overall Look: 2,1,4
d) Theme: 1,0,1
Judge A: No comment.
Judge B: While I can see the creativity with putting this avatar together, I don't really see the Harry Potter character represented here. This avatar does not even match the reference image.
Judge C: Love this avi- manages to convey the quirkiness and gentleness of Luna, also beautifully descriptive paragraph

Ginny in Quidditch outfit 25 + Judge A & Judge C: Favorite =35
a) Creativity: 3,2,3
b) Originality: 2,1,2
c) Overall Look: 3,3,4
d) Theme: 1,1
Judge A: My favorite. When I first saw it, I knew who it was (that and the hair is kinda painful to look at in the dark. XD Kinda like a firey red/orange color). I really liked this one, and was my favorite avatar out of all of them.
Judge B: another classy entry for this contest.
Judge C: Clever and creative - a great Ginny! Nice description, and a pix of Harry in Quidditch robes couldhave been used ::hands avi creatrix a tissue::

Lily Evans Potter 20
a) Creativity: 2,2,2
b) Originality: 2,1,1
c) Overall Look: 2,3,2
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: No comment.
Judge B: Both these entries were again, classy. I see the HP characters, and love the matching eye colors.
Judge C: I like the eager look in her eyes. I'd rather she had something representing her charm skills, tho. Beautiful job with the school uniform.

James Harry Potter 21
a) Creativity: 2,2,2
b) Originality: 2,1,2
c) Overall Look: 3,3,2
d) Theme: 1,1
Judge A: How/Where did James get the discman?
Judge B: see above
Judge C: Hmm, not sure about the Muggle discman for James, but I love the symbolism of the Lily in his hand! Again, the muggle like trainers (sneakers) for pureblood, rich, arrogant James don't feel right. Nice use of Gryffindor colors. Best hair I've seen for James/Harry.

Harry in 2nd Task of TriWizard 28 + Favorite: Judge B =34
a) Creativity: 2,3,3
b) Originality: 2,2,2
c) Overall Look: 3,4,4
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: No comment.
Judge B: Love it. Very creative. Very colorful.
Judge C: Brilliant! Reference picture helped see what creatrix was intending.
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Contest 2
Best Witch or Wizard dressed in House Colors,
Optional: include story about the character for an extra point

Punk Ravenclaw 24 + Judge B Favorite; Judge C 2nd Favorite= 32
a) Creativity: 3,2,2
b) Originality: 2,2,2
c) Overall Look: 2,3,3
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: No comment
Judge B: This is a fun avatar, but I don't think wine qualifies as brown. I gave a 1 anyhow for theme because visually it's still an appealing avatar.
Judge C: Great use of color! 'wine' as bronze works for me, favorite in category

Hufflepuff Daywear 20 + Judge C Favorite = 25
a) Creativity: 2,1,2
b) Originality: 1,1,1
c) Overall Look: 3,3,3
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: No comment.
Judge B: I think this is a yellow and black entry? If so, I'd recommend deeper blacks.
Judge C: Love the look and the theme carried into the eyes, and the yellow sneakers My 2nd favorite in the category.

Hufflepunk 21+ Judge A: Favorite Judge B: 2nd Favorite =29
a) Creativity: 3,2,2
b) Originality: 2,1,2
c) Overall Look: 3,3,3
d) Theme: 1,0
Judge A: My favorite. No further comments.
Judge B: The color use is too close to another house' color scheme. This could be a yellow and black entry as well. But it's a very well balanced avatar with the colors used.
Judge C: Colors too muddied, ball & chain a little odd for a magical character. Would have preferred yellow or gold to the oranges and ochre.
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Contest 3
Halloween Avi Masquerade Your own Avi, OR a HP character dressed/transformed for a Halloween Masquerade. . .Accompanying story, background, or photo given 1 extra point!

Nargle Luna 26 + Judge C Favorite=31
a) Creativity: 2,3,3
b) Originality: 2,2,2
c) Overall Look: 3,3,3
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: No comment.
Judge B: Unfortunately I'm not familiar enough with the characters represented here, but if this avatar came to my door asking for candy... I'd definitely supply some!
Judge C: Clever and very creative.

Dancing with Roses 27 + story +Judge B Favorite=31
a) Creativity: 3,3,3
b) Originality: 2,2.2
c) Overall Look: 2,4.3
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: Though for some reason I didn't really like that avi, however all of the items went well together. ^^
Judge B: Love it. Very nice avatar, and brownie points for the story.
Judge C: Lovely story, lovely look to the Avatar

Serena 28-2nd Favorite - Judge B & Judge C=34
a) Creativity: 3,3,3
b) Originality: 1,2,2
c) Overall Look: 3,4,4
d) Theme: 1,1,1
Judge A: No comment.
Judge B: Very pretty avatar. Happy color and very magical looking.
Judge C: Love this Avi-sparkles with magic, very Rowena Ravenclaw looking!

Disqualified because, unfortunately:
Didn't Name which contest:
Hermione & Ginny -
Draco and Blaise
Didn't include items: Hermione - Cat in Chamber of Secrets

This is so exciting! A Halloween contest. heart

Good luck to all who participate!! I am honored to be asked to judge this competition. ^^

Draco and Blaise.
Blaise Zambini is a Slitherin friend of Draco's. He is curently under going some gender confution. I think he's gay. He is in the same year as Draco and is one of the "Silver Trio".

CONTEST 2 - Ravenclaw gone punk!


Total Value: 7,586 Gold
[Item Information]

Item List:
Anti-Fashion Blue Anti-Accessory
Blue Eye Stripe Tattoo
Blue Kilt
Wine Hippie Headband
Brown Tribal Head Tattoo
Buttoned Down Foliage Boots
Brown Tribal Bottom Tattoo
Brown Tribal Torso Tattoo
Brown Tribal Right Arm Tattoo
Brown Tribal Left Arm Tattoo
Fitted Mustard Tshirt
Leather Sketchbook

Rowena Ravenclaw, Contest 1


Total Value: 75,320 Gold
[Item Information]

Item List:
Gothic Veil
Gift of the Gods
Drop Dead Gorgeous Midnight Gown
Demonic Anklets
Elegant Pearl Drop Choker
Jenny's Secretive Open-Toe Shoes

Rowena Ravenclaw is founder of the Hogwarts house Ravenclaw, House of brains and beauty. She came from glen a thousand years ago to help come up with Hogwarts floor plan. Is often remembered for her intelligence, creativity, and as one of the most brilliant witches of her time. One of the remaining heirlooms of Ravenclaw is a Diadem which helps a person think clearer and bestows wisdom.

CONTEST 1 - Entry two: Harry with Hedwig


Total Value: 51,886 Gold
[Item Information]

Item List:
Summoning Tome
Scar of Hero
Heart Boxers
Striped Red Pajama Pants
Striped Red Pajama Shirt

Reference image:

CONTEST ONE

Luna Lovegood with diadem and quibbler glasses.




Total Value: 18,217 Gold, 3,500 Tickets
[Item Information]

Item List:
Gift of the Goddess
Cid Hippie Shirt
Dark Red Capri
Swirl Glasses
About the Character:

Luna Lovegood is a very intelligent girl. Although her smarts about some things are not realistic. For instance, her attchment to the quibbler. She listens to every word of the Quibbler even though most of it isn’t true. She believes everything her father says also ( being the author of the Quibbler.). Her love for magical creatures is decieving but really sometimes she knows best about them. For example, thestrals are gentle creatures that are very misunderstood. She sees them for what they really are, gentle. She also knows how to keep her cool. When the other students at Hogwarts hid her shoes she didn’t mind. She simply said that they always turn up some time or another. Luna lovegood is one of my favorite characters and I simply love her attitude. Her outlook on life is so realistic.