Picture Prompt

Simple, easy. We want a story based off of one of these Luis Royo paintings:

http://www.aumania.it/fa/royo/003.jpg

http://www.aumania.it/fa/royo/025.jpg

http://www.aumania.it/fa/royo/079.jpg

http://www.aumania.it/fa/royo/091.jpg

http://www.aumania.it/fa/royo/115.jpg

http://www.aumania.it/fa/royo/135.jpg

http://www.aumania.it/fa/royo/211.jpg

http://www.aumania.it/fa/royo/289.jpg

http://www.luisroyofantasy.com/en/gallery/img.php?id_img=1468

http://www.luisroyofantasy.com/en/gallery/img.php?id_img=1548

http://www.luisroyofantasy.com/en/gallery/img.php?id_img=405

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Or if you have one that you like that isn't on there, message either of us and we'll think about it.

RULES:

1. 500-2500 word limit. 150 words either way will be accepted.

2. No overtly abusive.

3. Ensure that you use appropriate spelling and grammar. It doesn't have to be perfect, but don't destroy the English language in the process.

4. In your author notes, explain why you chose the painting you did.

5. In your author notes, put the link to the painting so we know which one you have used.

6. Have fun.

We hold the grounds as comperes of this contest to DQ anyone who breaks the rules.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask.

Contest is Over

  • Contest was judged on November 2, 2008
  • Rewards: Gold: 350, Silver: 250, Bronze: 150, Honorable mention: 2 people
  • Final notes:
    This was a fairly disappointing turn of events. We certainly expected a lot more entries. Congratulations to you all, and thank you for entering.

Contest Winners

  1. A Different Desire
    This is a side story from two of my minor characters in the my story For the Dark that is still in rough draft stage.
    by Child of the Fay 1400 words, 10 comments, on Sep 23 10:04 PM 2008. In Contest entry, Vampire
    Gold trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  2. Error: Unable to find finalist item 207192, it seems to have been deleted :( [remove]
  3. Velvety darkness
    The realization made me angry, why had he done this to me. That urgent feeling, that memory, that realization made me queasy,
    by jinndal 200 words, 3 comments, on Sep 21 3:16 AM 2008. In Dark, Horror
    Bronze trophy winner
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]
  4. II Line's
    Shannonnon is not the way of the sea. Trail A way to the mind that has the see. II Lee To tine's to tail's to T's tot.
    by larryk 100 words, 2 comments, on Sep 23 12:49 AM 2008. In , Tree on tree is the way of the
    Honorable mention
    • Commented on by judge. [remove]

Entries [4]

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Comments


  • Prodigious.Mirth
    September 14, 2008
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    I must say I love some of these paintings: as Honeyangel would know
    I might try my hand in writing you both a story.
    I really do admire these masterpieces.

    Thanks for the opportunity.
    Blair ~


  • Hellcat Metal
    September 14, 2008
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    Very beautiful art. Very nice contest.


  • Glowstarcharmer
    October 24, 2008
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    I think I have seen some of that artists work before. One thing I spotted though is that the reflection of the moon is wrong in the last one, it makes the whole painting look off, I wonder if it was intentional.

    Also, why are female adventurers always portrayed to be wearing armour which leaves nothing to the imagination? Dont get me wrong a skantily clad woman can be rather pleasing but if they got into a fight their AC (armour class to the non-geeks here) would be so rubish that they would be dead in no time at all. I should know, my character is a rogue and so only wears leather and she has a tough enough time with that. Ok, rant over... this contest is about the art not the pros and cons of nearly naked worrior ladies.

    Hmmm... Ill have a think and see if I can come up with anything. Can I enter poetry?

    X Amber X


    • MalevolentDesire
      October 25, 2008
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      Yea, you can enter poetry if you like. You can enter whatever strikes your fancy.

      As for the whole scantily clad warrior thing... It's not so much a portrayal of their strength and vigor, for the artist. He's trying to portray the sexuality, and sensuality, of women in a totally different way than just boobs, arse and pussy, as most people are prone to do.

      Thanks for your interest ^_^

      Malevolent.