Amateur Open Animation Contest

[Kreator]

Open Invite/All-Forums Animation Contest

STRANGE WORLDS

modified Feb 2, 2008
to be updated regularly for benefit of all hosting forums

Concept/Theme:
Create a 3D animation scene depicting a land/world of fantasy/science nature. This is a broad spectrum which can mean anything that could be construed as a “world unto itself”… a place inhabited, “lived in”, able to sustain its denizens/residents. Thus, it could be an island, planet, another plane/dimension of existence, or even a space station – just so long as it could be called “home” by those residing in the realm being shown.

Contest Duration: February 1 - 29, 2008

Contestant Enrollment Deadline: February 22, 2008

Judging Categories:
There will two classes of judging, with a prize for each top entry:
1) Panel of Judges: A panel of judges will be formed to select overall best choice.
2) Popular Vote: A poll will be placed for all registered members to vote on their favorite entry.

Prizes:
1) 2 Gig USB Memory Stick, courtesy of Kreator
2) Arik's still chewing on this one... but it'll be here in a day or two...

Contestant Qualifications:
Contestants must be “amateur” designers. This means that the contestant does not work in the 3D animation industry earning their livelihood as a 3D graphics designer.

Contestants are not required to be active members of AnimAnon forum, but must comply with contest rules regarding message posting for contest activity.

Registration/Entry to Contest:
Several forums shall host an official thread for contestants to track their progress. Forums thus far set up as official contest tracking sites include:

• http://animanon.xtreemhost.com/
• http://anim8or.org/

This list is subject to change to better accommodate interested contestants. All contestants must maintain a message thread on one of these forum's contest tracking threads. Contestants shall include minimum of three progress posts showing artwork development via screenshots, video clips, etc. before the end of the contest.

Design Guidelines and Restrictions

Acceptable Software:
Any 3D design software package or combination of 3D software packages may be used for the final composition (3DS Max, Anim8or, Carrara, Maya, etc.). Likewise, any 2D graphics software is acceptable (paint programs, etc.) for the creation of textures, backgrounds, etc. Other software may be used to implement sound effects, voices, etc.

Original Material Guidelines:
All compositions must be original material created by the contestant. Minor components of the scene may be “pre-existing,” but the overall scene, as well as of the content, must be newly created and have never been viewed by others prior to the beginning of this contest.

Incorporation of Animation:
The final composition must contain some form of animation, whether small or great, simply adequate to show “life” in the setting. The final video must thus run for a duration of no less than 15 seconds minimum.

Important Note!
If you have already established an entry thread in another hosting forum, PLEASE maintain that thread only. Duplicate threads in multiple forums may create confusion for judges, contestants, and observers alike! Thank you.

Arik the Red
Founder/Host of AnimAnon
Add me to IM: arik_the_red@hotmail.com

[Kreator]

Here are the final entries, all in one message! All are welcome to cast a vote for their favorite. Get a bag of popcorn, sit in your comfy chair and enjoy!

Cast your votes here.

Also, you will find links to the development threads pertaining to each entry if you would like to comment.

Voting will close March 9, 2008

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[size=14pt]Corusca Depths[/size]

created by Vykk Draygo

http://anim8or.org/index.php/topic,602.0.html

http://video.google.com/videoplay?do...28833686126509

'Corusca Depths' is a short film about a kid living on an Ecumenopolis, a city-world built of skyscrapers that reach the clouds, who becomes trapped on the lowest level and is forced to explore this "underworld" filled with mysterious creatures.

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[size=14pt]THE HUNT[/size]

Created by ENSONIQ5

http://animanon.xtreemhost.com/index.php?topic=177.0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBKPCRpiJIY

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[size=14pt]Invasion[/size]

Created By Jene

http://animanon.xtreemhost.com/index.php?topic=166.0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3m0YpvGPwVk

;D Done in Anim8or; I used Photoshop & Windows Movie Maker. Sound effects from Soundsnap.com.
Special thx go out to everyone who gave feedback and help, as well as my history & math teachers who put up with my constant doodling ^^

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[size=14pt]Shroomburg[/size]

Created by Bud360

http://anim8or.org/index.php/topic,550.0.html

http://www.youtube.com/v/B-KH1FxHPFk

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[size=14pt]An Underwater Ballet[/size]

Created by Kreator

http://animanon.xtreemhost.com/index.php?topic=158.0

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=LURUuF8DerU

My entry far from complete, still some movements to the music to complete.

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[size=14pt]STRANGE WORLDS[/size]

Ceated by Headwax

http://animanon.xtreemhost.com/index.php?topic=169.0

http://video.google.com.au/videoplay...55562745730760

[headwax]

Looks like the voting is head to head!