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Layout Contest | $300mill AND 2 6mo Upgrades
 ' f l u y t » fabled friesians February 17th, 2017 9:55:35pm 23 Posts |
Hey graphic makers! So my cat who I had for eighteen years passed one year ago on the 15th of February. I've been thinking about him a lot and found a couple of really great pictures of him, and it got me thinking I should get a layout with him as the subject. Here's two photos of him [I'd like you to use just one unless you are considering doing something more abstract]:
He was a very simple cat and didn't care for toys and things. He loved being outside in the sunshine, getting into cat fights [that's where that knick in the ear came from], exploring the woods and rose bushes around our house and since he's been gone, I think his soul has taken the form of a hummingbird because I see them everywhere now. He had a couple bad experiences in the snow, so he hated winter. In my own home, I have his ashes in a crystal vase that was given to my mom by the owners of the first house we ever rented. They rented it to her for $100/month because she was a single teenage mom with an infant baby and couldn't afford much else. I chose it for that reason because it reminds me of whatever immense kindness and/or energy brings things together or makes things happen that are meant to be. I filled the vase with all the feathers I could find of all the birds he could never catch [he was declawed when we adopted him, and I don't wanna hear how he shouldn't have been outside - cause in the end, he lived long and SO happy], and willow so that he'd always have a little bit of spring. It was his favorite season because he could go back outside after being trapped in all winter. And he stays on the window sill, because aside from the outdoors, it was the second-most place he'd rather be; the first being cuddled in mine or my mom's arms. So, yeah. He was the best :) And I'd love to see what you guys can come up with. The prize is $300mill and two 6-month instant upgrades. Entries will be accepted until March 17 and the winner will be chosen that evening. Message me if you'd like to participate. Thank you!  |
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 Sassafras Tango February 18th, 2017 4:54:43am 1,233 Posts |
Sorry to hear about your kitty :( But those are some awesome prizes! I'm sure you'll have some great entries!  |
 tronic ϟ love me back to life ♥ February 18th, 2017 5:01:03am 4,524 Posts |
Awww! I am so sorry to hear about your kitty. Losing a pet is always a struggle. :( I really want to drag out my tablet and attempt kitty fur. I just might!  |
' f l u y t » fabled friesians February 18th, 2017 2:53:53pm 23 Posts |
Thanks guys :) I know cats are not a subject our artists work with much on here. I feel like it will either be a lot harder than expected or surprisingly easier, but either way a challenge simply because it's different - so the prize HAD to be sufficient :) Tron, I would LOVE to see what you come up with if you decide you're up for it :) |
 🦖🐶Kaly :: doggies? February 20th, 2017 1:13:19pm 254 Posts |
Oh I have a great idea. Very sorry to hear about the loss of your little guy. He sounds like he was such the kind boy. I would love to enter and hope what I make will give you something to remember him by :-) |
' f l u y t » fabled friesians February 20th, 2017 1:28:39pm 23 Posts |
Thanks, Kaly :) he was something else. That's great! I'll put your name down :) I'm excited to see what you come up with!! |
 opal heart ✮ land's end nokotas February 20th, 2017 7:04:30pm 465 Posts |
Sorry for your loss, fluyt! I'd enter if I had the skills - come on, HP graphic artists!
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' f l u y t » fabled friesians February 20th, 2017 7:55:08pm 23 Posts |
Thank you, Diva! :) the entries that have come in thus far are phenomenal - I have zero doubt I'll be able to make a confident pick by March 17th. The overwhelming support has been extremely heartwarming. < 3 best online community in the world! |
' f l u y t » fabled friesians February 27th, 2017 2:11:16pm 23 Posts |
Buh-bump-de-bump |
 Z.exious February 27th, 2017 3:58:37pm 400 Posts |
I don't have any graphics or coding skills, but just wanted to pass along my sentiments ): I know it was a year ago, but I feel like the passing of a 'heart animal' never gets easier. He looked like quite the handsome devil |
' f l u y t » fabled friesians February 28th, 2017 4:14:24pm 23 Posts |
Thanks Zex < 3 he was the most handsomest cat in all the northwest ;) that's what I'd tell him anyways, haha |
' f l u y t » fabled friesians March 6th, 2017 8:25:33pm 23 Posts |
11 more days till the layout contest ends, guys! So get those entries in! I have also boosted the prize to include both $300mill AND two 6mo instant upgrades, as opposed to a choice between. |
 Minette 🌙 can we, can we surrender March 6th, 2017 11:28:33pm 247 Posts |
I'll enter if I can get it done in time :3   |
' f l u y t » fabled friesians March 7th, 2017 12:11:52am 23 Posts |
woohoo! :] |
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