There are six different categories to choose from along with an unofficial seventh; approved art requests from art collectors.
Challenge Abstract Animal Location Miscellaneous Mod choice
Most are self-explained, but the only one that needs explaining is the first one.
_ CHALLENGE _________________
☠Every 10 days is Finish/Improve Day tabtabremember that it should be earlier work from this event tabtabplease state what day you are working from in the comments ☠Pick a previous Unused Day tabtabplease state what day it came from in the comments ☠Color Challenges tabtabonly the color(s) asked for may be used and accepted in the art ☠Design Challenges ☠Fashion Challenges ☠Genderbend Challenges ☠Medium Challenges tabtabstay true to the medium that was asked for ☠Personified Challenges tabtabturn what we asked for into a human ☠Spirit Challenges tabtabspirit passes are granted upon completion tabtabit is a standalone theme
wahmbulance Spoiler alert!!! Tomorrow's theme is available on Tumblr.
Confused on what day it is??Link. Here's a handy calendar to the corresponding date. Remember that the Event time is UTC-5, eastern standard timezone. The day runs from the date of from 12:00am (00:00) to 11:59pm (23:59).
** should this fail to update, all themes are available on Tumblr. Link in spoiler.
What is Designated Thread? tab * It is a thread created in the guild's subforum and it has your username on it. tab * The purpose of these threads is for mods to keep track of your progress. tab * Do not post in other people's thread. tab * Do not quote other people into your thread. tab * All the rules written in this section focuses on the Designated threads.
Every mode has their own specific rules tab * Please review those rules below. tab * ALL ART SUBMITTED MUST BE NEW MATERIAL! tab * This event is about learning and new discovery tab * Recycling old materials is not exploring.
Do not delete any posts for any reason. tab * We use the post count to make sure everyone is on track~ tab * Don't worry, you won't get in trouble!
If you make a mistake of any kind, please notify me~ tab * Please state clearly what you did and whose thread it is in. tab * If you accidentally posted in someone else' thread... tab * If you accidentally deleted a post... tab * If you accidentally responded in someone's thread... tab * We just need to know so that we can fix it~ ;3 tab * PM me, Quote me in the public thread, or use Discord.
Please label your posts properly with Day # and what theme you've picked tab * If you don't have a thread, please PM me!
Each day must have its own post tab * Do not double post in your individual thread. tab * Please edit your post if you have drawn more than one art for that day tab * If you need an example, please view this thread.
Please post your days in order! tab * 1, 2, 3, 4, 5... tab * Make a reserved post if needed. tab * It will make us very happy if things are in chronological order.
Please don't submit "tomorrow's theme" early. tab * It's to aid, not be taken advantaged of.
Work in Progress tab * We do accept it occasionally, but make sure the theme is clearly indicated. tab * If you have a time restriction on your mode, that still needs to be fulfilled.
All spiders, bugs, snakes, and any nightmare fuel category should be placed in spoilers! tab * Chii is a wimp, she will cry and whine all day long if a spider is unspoiled. tab * Please don't upset the Chii~
Label Permission Granted posts clearly in red fonts. tab * Life happens, if you have any emergencies, talk to us! tab * Travel, moving, hospitalized, severe illness, etc. tab * We'll work something out together!
Do not post in other people's designated thread tab * Do not post for other people. tab * You may post their art for them in the MAIN thread, tab * but please do not post in their designated thread.
How to read YOUR deadline tab * Pay attention to see if your deadline says SAME or NEXT day. tab * SAME day means if the event deadline is on Feb 1st, it will be Feb 1st for you at X time. tab * NEXT day means if the event deadline is on Feb 1st, it will be Feb 2nd for you at X time. tab * For the most part, if your art is due on the same day, the time will most likely be PM. tab * For the most part, if your art is due on the next day, the time will most likely be AM.
Tight deadline * You will have no grace period * You cannot post "next day" art
30-40 minutes expected effort * Do your best! * Struggles are to be expected!! * Does not always have to be one piece. tabtabYou can do sketches/studies for at least 30 minutes. tabtab The point of this mode is to push you and your art!
WIP accepted * Every 10 days, we have a "Finish a previous piece" * Make sure the theme is clearly represented in the piece * 30-40 mins effort is still required
Written entries * 800-1200 words for short stories * 5 stanza for any poetry * A stanza is composed of four or more lines
No photography art allowed * it's hard to tell how much effort was placed into a photo * photos of sculptures, textile work, body painting, baked goods, etc are allowed * (things you've made that required photography to show) * once again, please spend around 30-40 mins on the art you will be submitting!
No deadline * You are not restricted by the set deadline * You cannot post "next day" art * For completion, everything must be done by the last day of the event
5-10 minutes expected effort * Doodles are ok
No theme, no deadline * Stick to your own theme/schedule, you're a ghost in the event. * You just want to do your own thing and have fun with us! * For completion, everything must be done by the last day of the event * You cannot post "next day" art
One deal-breaker rule * When posting in the main thread, must post emotion_ghostnext to day # tabtabRegardless if you've drawn on theme or not! tabtab This will lessen the confusion when you go off script!
tab ✦ By completing the challenge, you will be granted a Spirit Pass.
tab✦ You do not have to participate in a spirit challenge, it is completely optional. tabtab ✧ With the exception of Auction Winner Spirit Challenges. tabtab ✧ Our sponsor(s) earned exclusive rights to being the only theme. tabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtabtab* if they AB our auction.
tab✦ Passes can only be granted to those who complete it on THAT day. tabtab ✧ It needs to be posted between 12:00am to 11:59pm EST on the day of. tabtab ✧ You are allow to participate outside of the time frame, but no pass will be granted.
tab✦ You must meet the specific criteria of the challenge to be considered completed. tabtab ✧ Ex: "Draw a request with a simple background" tabtab ✧ If no background is drawn, it is not complete.
tab✦ You must complete both parts of the challenge to be granted a pass.
tab✦ You do not have to participate in part 1 to qualify for part 2. tabtab✧ The challenges are equivalent to a theme on its own. tabtab✧ You will simply not be qualified to earn a Spirit Pass.
Explaining Spirit Pass
tab✦ Equivalent to the "get out of jail" card tabtab✧ It can be used on a day you cannot or do not want to draw.
tab✦ When you use it, the day does not need to be made up. tabtab✧ You are welcome to draw for that day, but it is not necessary.
tab✦ [Nord mode] A spirit pass can be used when you cannot meet the deadline. tabtab ✧ If you have no more Spirit Pass, you will be moved to Easy mode.
tab✦ Easy and Ghost mode Artists are able to use spirit passes! tabtab✧ Simply write "Spirit Pass" in your post to indicate your intention.
tab✦ Post in your thread stating you wish to use it for the day. tabtab✧ Or it will automatically be used once you've past the deadline.
tab✦ Used passes may not be reimbursed. tabtab ✧ This rule applies to all modes. tabtab ✧ Once we have edit your post with our code, the transaction is final. tabtab ✧ If you are unsure, do not post.
tab✦ You can find the status of your Spirit Pass(es) here.
Posted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:06 am
_Dress Up_____________________
This is a good icebreaker and an easy going challenge. Completion of both parts will grant you a Spirit Pass.
PART 1 - Day 008
tabtab Create a CHARACTER in their underwear
tabtabtab ✦ Gaia avatar / OC / accepted request tabtabtabtab ✧ You choose who you want to draw.
tabtabtab ✦ Barbie Ken Dolls (nekkid is okay) tabtabtabtab ✧ Just make sure it follows the Gaia ToS; nothing sexual.
tabtabtab ✦ In the art, write out some preferred fashion style / personality traits tabtabtabtab ✧ This will help the person creating the outfit~ tabtabtabtab ✧ Think of a character sheet that you might want to create. tabtabtabtab ✧ Add in colors that you prefer. tabtabtabtab ✧ Remember, all of these are merely suggestions tabtabtabtab ✧ The artist in part two is not subject/restricted by them.
tabtabtab ✦ Clean sketches and linearts makes part two easier tabtabtabtab ✧ Colored characters are completely welcome! tabtabtabtab ✧ Poorly scanned characters are harder to use...
tabtabtab ✦ Nord mode still need to abide by their time effort restriction of 30 mins.
PART 2 - Day 009
tabtab Create THREE (3) OUTFITS on a character
tabtabtab ✦ Click here for a tally on who have received outfits and who still need to be dressed! tabtabtabtab ✧ Complete collection of art created for Part 2 can be found here.
tabtabtab ✦ Click here to find Part 1 images~ tabtabtabtab ✧ Draw three outfits for one character tabtabtabtabtab or draw outfits for three different characters.
tabtabtab ✦ Pick someone's OC from the previous day and add clothing! tabtabtabtab ✧ Try to create something within their request, but not necessary.
tabtabtab ✦ You do not need to match the same level of art~ tabtabtabtab ✧ It's perfectly ok to have two different art styles on the same page! tabtabtabtab ✧ That's the whole point of this Challenge!
tabtabtab ✦ Nord mode still need to abide by their time effort restriction of 30 mins.
tabtabtab ✦ Be creative and have fun!
100 Day Event
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Posted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:35 am
_Line and Color_____________________
Another simple challenge that's easy to follow~ (for the most part)
Anyone who does not meet the challenge's requirement will not be granted a Spirit Pass. The whole point of these challenges is to CHALLENGE you.
You are welcome to participate and do whatever you like, but know that only those who meet the criteria will be granted a Spirit Pass. Please read below to understand those certain criteria. Applies to all modes.
Completion of both parts of the challenge for a Spirit Pass.
tabtabtab ✦ Gaia avatar / OC / Accepted Request / etc. tabtabtabtab ✧ You choose who you want to draw. tabtabtabtab ✧ As long as it does not infringe on copyright, do not copy/trace/steal obviously.
tabtabtab ✦ PSD is preferred, but transparent background saved in PNG works too tabtabtabtab ✧ Deviantart Sta.sh is a good way to provide PSD. tabtabtabtab ✧ Dropbox is another platform.
tabtabtab ✦ Yes, clean lines are a requirement. tabtabtabtab ✧ Don't know how? Use Google to assist with the research! tabtabtabtab ✧ Here's a simple one to start you off.
tabtabtab ✦ Nord mode must create at least a half-body piece. tabtabtabtab ✧ This is an example of a half-body. tabtabtabtab ✧ Style is irrelevant; try to keep the 30 minutes of work in mind.
tabtabtab ✦ Traditional medium artists: tabtabtabtab ✧ Clean lines are still an expectation. tabtabtabtab ✧ Here's a quick youtube guide.
tabtabtab ✦ Artwork will not be accepted if standards are not met. tabtabtabtab ✧ Do not render, do not shade, do not color, do not submit anything but the lines! tabtabtabtab ✧ Rough sketchy work will not be accepted. tabtabtabtab ✧ These are examples of unacceptable rough sketchy work. tabtabtabtab ✧ This is an example of an acceptable sketchy work-- do try to refine it as cleanly as possible!
tabtabtab ✦ Please follow the correct colors of the hair, skin, and eyes. tabtabtabtab ✧ Part 1 artist: Give swatches on the side for easy color picking, or as general guide. tabtabtabtab ✧ Part 2 artist: Follow the guidelines... respect the artist's character.
tabtabtab ✦ From this year's work so far, these would be acceptable for Part 1: tabtabtabtab ✧ Example
** line quality
** scanned quality and line quality
PART 2
tabtab Pick and Fully Color render one of the lineart
tabtabtab ✦ Fully render = color and some sense of shading/shadow involved. tabtabtabtab ✧ Example for Part 2:
tabtabtab ✦ Backgrounds are not necessary. tabtabtabtab ✧ However, it will help give an illusion of depth... consider using it to support your shading/shadows.
tabtabtab ✦ Do not alter the lines! tabtabtabtab ✧ You are simply here to color, not alter or re-draw the lines. tabtabtabtab ✧ Coloring in the lines is okay~ but you cannot move/change the lines. tabtabtabtab ✧ If you are strictly traditional, attempt to print and then color. tabtabtabtab ✧ Redrawing the lines in your own style will not be accepted at this time**
tabtabtab ✦ Be sure to use the quote-code provided to show them in the main thread~ tabtabtabtab ✧ Do not quote them into your Guild Art Thread though!! :u
** I know that may seem cruel, but the core of this challenge is to draw a line work for part one, and then color for part two. tab Redrawing the lines traditionally defeats that core purpose, and thus it will not be accepted for this challenge only.
Posted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:38 am
_Character Concept Sheet________________
What is a Character Concept Sheet?
"Character concept art is the creation of an entire concept, style, and artwork of a character that does not yet exist, from scratch. To build a character design concept art the artist needs to capture the essence of a character through concept art, including their personality traits, background, and more." -- Google.
What is character design and why is it important?
"It is DESIGN, especially crucial as a story element that drives the narrative and experience of a viewer, reader, player, or user. It is meant to make interactions more familiar, and help you relate to what's being presented in front of you, generating emotions and immersion." -- Google.
Completion of both parts of the challenge will grant you a Spirit Pass.
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PART 1
tabtab Create a sketch of your entire layout.
tabtabtab ✦ The more you do in this stage, the less you'll have to do in the other days. tabtabtabtab ✧ Plan it out, make it easier on yourself~ tabtabtabtab ✧ Take the time and do the research :>
tabtabtab ✦ Required for this challenge: tabtabtabtab ✧ Full body FRONT and BACK view tabtabtabtab ✧ OR half body FRONT and BACK view + 6 expressions tabtabtabtab ✧ The more simple your character is, the more I expect you to add to compensate for the simplicity. tabtabtabtab ✧ This applies to all modes of the event.
tabtabtab ✦ Use Discord to ask questions: tabtabtabtab ✧
tabtabtab ✦ Keep text to a minimum for the final version. tabtabtabtab ✧ Use your art to tell us about your character! tabtabtabtab ✧ Show, not tell~
tabtabtab ✦ In the sketching phase, focus on what you want us to know c: tabtabtabtab ✧ This is a great time to flesh out those characters~ tabtabtabtab ✧ And you'll be able to request more art on them!
tabtabtab ✦ Any medium is acceptable :> tabtabtabtab ✧ Traditional artist, use more than one paper~ tabtabtabtab ✧ It's okay to put them together at the end!
tabtabtab ✦ Any characters welcome, old or new! tabtabtabtab ✧ As long as it does not violate anything, of course~
PART 2
tabtab Begin to render your character
tabtabtab ✦ Rather you like to ink or jump into coloring, tabtabtabtab ✧ The whole point is to make Part 3 easier on yourself. tabtabtabtab ✧ All I need is to see progress for the second day.
tabtabtab ✦ Pace yourself, have a battle plan! tabtabtabtab ✧ This is a big challenge, and it's not an easy one. tabtabtabtab ✧ Don't get burnt out yet~
tabtabtab ✦ I like to ink and flat color to set myself up for the rendering. tabtabtabtab ✧ Finding your strength and weakness is key here. tabtabtabtab ✧ Know what you want and go for it! c:
tabtabtab ✦ Remember, if you feel your character is simple: tabtabtabtab ✧ Add more content to your sheet; expressions, accessories, etc. tabtabtabtab ✧ Don't do the bare minimum. tabtabtabtab ✧ I will accept anything that have the work put into it. tabtabtabtab ✧ So long you show me that you didn't simply take the easy way out on this challenge.
tabtabtab ✦ Lots of variations with this challenge! tabtabtabtab ✧ Many combinations, many approaches~ tabtabtabtab ✧ Don't be afraid to explore and get out of your comfort zone. tabtabtabtab ✧ While it is my goal to make sure your art time is at least doubled during this challenge, tabtabtabtabtab I don't want to make it so hard that you feel it's impossible for you to complete it. tabtabtabtabtab Nor do I want to choke you with a bunch of restriction like you have to do this or you got to add that. tabtabtabtabtab Be good about challenging yourself on this and I won't say much :>
PART 3
tabtabFinalize your character
tabtabtab ✦ If you picked: Full body FRONT and BACK view tabtabtabtab ✧ A fully render front will be expected by the end of the day. tabtabtabtab ✧ Flat color is acceptable, tabtabtabtabtab but how will you compensate the time you are not spending on shading/final renders?
tabtabtab ✦ If you picked: Half body FRONT and BACK view + 6 expressions tabtabtabtab ✧ A fully render front and back will be expected by the end of the day. tabtabtabtab ✧ Clean sketches of the expressions; don't be too rough~
tabtabtab ✦ Do your best~ tabtabtabtab ✧ The point is to have fun! tabtabtabtab ✧ You don't have to get it perfect, but it should looked like you've worked hard on it!
100 Day Event
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Posted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:43 am
_Promotional AF_____________________
It's time to invade the Art Freebies forum and flood them with our presence~
You may CHOOSE to complete this challenge as Day 48 OR Day 49. While you can choose to do it for both days, you will only be granted one Spirit Pass. Beware, if you choose to do it for two days straight... requirements is still a thing. (aka, 12 requests will be expected from Nord mode if someone chooses the theme for both days)
Completion of the challenge will grant you a Spirit Pass.
One Part Challenge
tabtab Create an Art Freebie thread!!
tabtabtab ✦ wahmbulance Do NOT quote them into your GUILD ART THREAD.wahmbulance tabtabtabtab ✧ This is very important because they won't know better to not post in it.
tabtabtab ✦ Nord mode requirements: tabtabtabtab ✧ 6 requests minimum tabtabtabtab ✧ They must be at least a bust tabtabtabtabtab(aka, neck and part of the torso is required) tabtabtabtab ✧ OR one complete full body color tabtabtabtabtab Definition of complete = your best work, shading and the whole shebang tabtabtabtabtab(edit: if you really really really can't, at least flat color and finish it later)
tabtabtab ✦ Easy mode requirements: tabtabtabtab ✧ 3 requests minimum tabtabtabtab ✧ OR one complete full body color tabtabtabtabtab Definition of complete = your best work, shading and the whole shebang
tabtabtab ✦ Ghost mode requirements: tabtabtabtab ✧ Pick one of the modes to follow above. tabtabtabtab ✧ So minimum 3 requests.
tabtabtab ✦ Do try to draw someone that you don't know... tabtabtabtab ✧ Like I get it, we want to draw for our friends... tabtabtabtab ✧ While I am not going to restrict you from drawing requests that have already been accepted tabtabtabtabtab I would love to encourage you to draw someone that's not part of the event.
tabtabtab ✦ Create a thread in the Art Freebies forum~ tabtabtabtab ✧ The only thing you must have is the thread banner regardless of Art Mode.
tabtabtabtab ✧ Here is a generic message if you don't want to think:
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Hi! This is a Promotional Challenge for the 100 Days of Art event!!
Please post your request and I will choose someone to draw.
If you weren't pick, don't worry! You can submit your lovely request to the thread linked below. Just be sure to read the rules first tho~ There are currently 48 artists in the event!
Link to the Hangout thread: [url=https://www.gaiaonline.com/forum/t.109510653/][img]https://i.imgur.com/kcnepYq.gif[/img][/url]
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Posted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:45 am
_Draw a Character_____________________
Remember the Character Sheet we created awhile back? twisted Well, it's coming back and we are using them! c:
Just a ONE-part challenge...... even though this is a sequel lol
1 Day Challenge
tabtab Use a character sheet and draw that character doing something.
tabtabtab ✦ Pick one character from the 14 available Character Sheets tabtabtabtab ✧ And no, you cannot draw your own character!! stressed
tabtabtab ✦ Anyone is welcome to participate in this Spirit Challenge. tabtabtabtab ✧ This is not exclusive to those who created a Character Sheet on a different day. tabtabtabtab ✧ So anyone is welcome to hop into this Challenge as a standalone~
tabtabtab ✦ Applies to every mode: Half body colored or full body clean sketch tabtabtabtab ✧ Yes, you have to draw hands. tabtabtabtab ✧ Yes, you have to draw feet/shoes if you pick the full body... tabtabtabtab ✧ Colored = shadows are involved. tabtabtabtab ✧ Clean sketch = not a hot mess of lines going every direction...
tabtabtab ✦ ACTION!! Yes, the character has to be DOING SOMETHING. tabtabtabtab ✧ No static poses allowed.
tabtabtab ✦ Warning** if you pick ChiiDoLLx or sdrawkcab's characters... tabtabtabtab ✧ You must draw two action pieces if you pick Chiirex or Duck. tabtabtabtab ✧ This means: Two half body colored tabtabtabtab ✧ OR two full body clean sketch tabtabtabtab ✧ These characters are simpler compared to the others. tabtabtabtab ✧ Warnings are attached on top of their character sheets.... sooooo....
100 Day Event
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Posted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:47 am
_Interacting Characters_____________________
Time for another collaboration!
Two parts challenge Completion of both parts of the challenge will grant you a Spirit Pass.
PART 1
tabtab Draw your character INTERACTING with something/someone.
tabtabtab ✦ ACTION!! What will your character(s) be doing?? tabtabtabtab ✧ Another character will be drawn in Part 2. tabtabtabtab ✧ Guide them what they could be doing with your character~ tabtabtabtab ✧ Will they be interacting with each other or with the background set?
tabtabtab ✦ Draw whoever you like... tabtabtabtab ✧ Just make sure you have permission to use them if they do not belong to you.
tabtabtab ✦ Put forth at least 45 minutes worth of work. tabtabtabtab ✧ Regardless of what mode you are in. tabtabtabtab ✧ This is a spirit challenge, so challenge yourself.
tabtabtab ✦ CLEAN sketches please... tabtabtabtab ✧ It's hard to draw part 2 if this minimum requirement is not meant.
PART 2
tabtab Draw YOUR character INTERACTING with someone from Part 1
tabtabtab ✦ When I say "your character", it just means whoever you have permission to use. tabtabtabtab ✧ Not really picky who gets drawn... so long you don't get in trouble. Or us.
tabtabtab ✦ Find someone from Part 1 to use for this Part 2. tabtabtabtab ✧ It sounds silly once it's typed out like this.
tabtabtab ✦ You do not need to match the same level of art~ tabtabtabtab ✧ It's perfectly ok to have two different art styles on the same page! tabtabtabtab ✧ That's the whole point of this Challenge!
tabtabtab ✦ You only need to do one drawing for part two, but you may do as many drawings as you'd like! tabtabtabtab ✧ Have your character/avi interact with as many as you wish!
tabtabtab ✦ Put forth at least 45 minutes worth of work here. tabtabtabtab ✧ Regardless of what mode you are in. tabtabtabtab ✧ This is a spirit challenge, so challenge yourself.
Posted: Tue Feb 02, 2021 10:49 am
_xxxxxx_____________________
xxxxxxxxxxxxxx Completion of both parts of the challenge will grant you a Spirit Pass.
PART 1
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PART 2
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