$50 header contest - Halloween, Cartoon Style

Discussion in 'Design Contests' started by fireboat, Sep 26, 2010.

  1. #1
    Hello graphic designers. I know there's lots of talent in this forum, so I'm going to propose a fun Halloween challenge today. $50 prize for the best design. Contest ends Thursday around 1:00 pm.

    Halloween is coming and I'm looking for a seasonal header I can use for the latter part of October. I want to use the same style - same character - same overall design, but with some Halloween tweaks.

    You know how Google changes its header for special holidays and events - well, I want to do the same for my site. :)

    My website: S.T.W.

    My header: Header

    Can you make this into a Halloween header?

    Notes -

    - Looking for cute, friendly Halloween images please. (No scary, bloody, creepy, or gory images)

    - Please - no photos or clip art. Looking for original, cartoon-type artwork only. Please do not use clipart from other places on the web.

    - Words should say "Super Teacher Worksheets" and should include the same flying superhero mascot guy

    - Size; 812 x 229; Color scheme will should go well with the green background

    - Looking for professional quality, detailed design. Nice Web 2.0 shine is always good too.

    - Sorry, I don't have the original illustrator file for the current header. All I have is the jpeg listed above.

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    Rules:

    - $50 prize to the winner. Prize paid via paypal.

    - Contest ends on Thursday, around 1:00pm (eastern time USA)

    - I reserve the right to choose no winner if I don't absolutely love any of the submissions. I also reserve the right to end the contest early if I see the perfect header before he contest is over.

    - Winner agrees to send header as a jpeg and illustrator file.

    - I will try to provide feedback on all designs.

    - Please post submissions in the forum for all to see.


    Thanks in advance to all who enter. I am looking forward to seeing what everyone comes up with!!
     
    Last edited: Sep 26, 2010
    fireboat, Sep 26, 2010 IP
  2. gsd193

    gsd193 Active Member

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    #2
    great idea
     
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  3. Farrel Kim

    Farrel Kim Peon

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    #3
    So,where i can get "flying superhero mascot guy" ? i don't know bout this part. can you expalin that?
     
    Farrel Kim, Sep 27, 2010 IP
  4. naathans

    naathans Well-Known Member

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    #4
    done. PM! :)
     
    naathans, Sep 27, 2010 IP
  5. fireboat

    fireboat Active Member

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    #5
    Hi Naathans - Thanks for the entry. A little too scray for the site, but a high quality entry. Thank you. Also - please post it in the forum next time. :)

    Farrel Kim - I mean I wanted the header to have the same characher in it.
     
    fireboat, Sep 27, 2010 IP
  6. I-ShAkIr

    I-ShAkIr Well-Known Member

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    #6
    My Try:

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    Feedback Appreciated.
     
    I-ShAkIr, Sep 27, 2010 IP
  7. naathans

    naathans Well-Known Member

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    #7
    [​IMG]

    maybe this one is better :)
    feedback plz.
     
    naathans, Sep 27, 2010 IP
  8. fireboat

    fireboat Active Member

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    #8
    I-ShAkIr - Wow. :) I like the design and style overall, but a few details look a little off - the character's cap is cut off, the moon looks squished, and I'm not sure I like how you can see through the pumpkin and spider. Thanks for the entry!

    Nathaans - I like how you made the superteacher glow. The bat and pumpkin are definitely cute - love them. I still can't use a devil, though.
     
    fireboat, Sep 27, 2010 IP
  9. naathans

    naathans Well-Known Member

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    #9
    hehe , thanks for feedback. but this devil is not angry, he is funny. but still , i changed to 2 other simples.
    one is cutieeee vampire i think , and the second is a witch :) waiting for next feedback :)
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  10. Farrel Kim

    Farrel Kim Peon

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    #10
    this contest still open for tomorrow,Sir..?
     
    Farrel Kim, Sep 27, 2010 IP
  11. I-ShAkIr

    I-ShAkIr Well-Known Member

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    #11
    Here Are Some revisions, Hope You Like it.

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    I-ShAkIr, Sep 27, 2010 IP
  12. fireboat

    fireboat Active Member

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    #12
    Yes. Contest ends Thursday, so tomorrow is fine. :)
     
    fireboat, Sep 27, 2010 IP
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    fireboat Active Member

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    #13
    naathans - Thanks for the changes. Both the vampire and witch arevery cute. :) No suggestions at this time.

    I-ShAkIr - I really like how the moon was fixed in the second one. The ghost that is sick on candy is very funny too! I also like how you fixed the cape and head/hair on the superhero - very clean look. You were even able to take out the apples. :) Not sure about the pumpkin with the "S" - perhaps no letter s and perhaps it could be smiling?

    Thank you naathans and I-ShAkIr!
     
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  14. rasenshurikenn

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    #14
    I'll try it...
    Wish i win
     
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  15. I-ShAkIr

    I-ShAkIr Well-Known Member

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    #15
    Thank You For a quick And Nice Feedback!
    and about that 'S' in Pumpkin's Mouth. i was Trying to adjust 'STW' in there. But unfortunately it was Difficult, will Give it a shot one more time Tomorrow!
     
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  16. fireboat

    fireboat Active Member

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    #16
    Oh I see. :) No need for STW in there - just a smiling pumpkin is fine. :)
     
    fireboat, Sep 27, 2010 IP
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    fakepromises Peon

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    #17
    i will make one
     
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    fakepromises Peon

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    fireboat Active Member

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    #19
    Hi Fake Promises -

    Thanks for the entry! Feedback:

    Likes - I love the simplicity of the design. The background is great. I like the scale - simple, large cartoon.

    Dislike - DOn't really like the post of the witch. Maybe a pose or character more traditional for young elementary school kids.

    Overall, a high-quality design.
     
    fireboat, Sep 27, 2010 IP
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    j0opre Well-Known Member

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    #20
    [​IMG]
     
    j0opre, Sep 27, 2010 IP