For this contest, you must produce a self portrait. It can be literal or abstract, realistic or fantastical - the choice is yours. Who knows you better than you?...


Surprisingly, many artists have never created a self portrait and from personal experience, studying your own face - one that you see every day - can really test your skills.


I remember one of the first things I had to do in Art class at school was draw my own face, and I'm sure the same will be true for many of you.


I always thought it seemed a bit weird - why on earth would I want to draw myself?!


In hindsight of course, it makes perfect sense. Sure, it can be challenging and sometimes frustrating but it can also show a side of you that is not visible from the outside.



How do I enter?
Upload your entry to your deviantART Gallery and send me a Note with a link to your entry.
_{Please do not link to an entry uploaded to an external site (e.g. Photobucket). If you do, it will not be featured in the contest.}


Can I use any medium?
Sure - digital illustration, traditional illustration or photography - whichever you prefer.
I'm afraid text-based entries will not be accepted.


When's the contest deadline?
Plenty of time to submit - the final day for submissions is Wednesday 22 October 2008.
_{The results will be announced Saturday 25 October 2008.}


Can I enter more than once?
No. Please only submit one entry.


What are the prizes?
If you would like to help me out by sponsoring the contest and offering extra prizes - Prints, subs etc. - please send me a Note.
_{If you intend to enter the contest yourself, please do not offer to sponsor.}

There are prizes for the Top 3 entries:

1st place: 12 month subscription

2nd place: 3 month subscription

3rd place: 1 month subscription

GOOD LUCK!


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