Here's the story: It all started when PTEB reached second place in the Badminton Tournament, and the first few things The Flying Monkey Mina talked about was "I want an apprentice for Equinox!"
Mina had gained popularity as the creator of PTE Fight Skool comic strip for the newsletter that will eventually become one of the most controversial topics ever debated. However, the Flying Monkey is strong willed! She kept on drawing random comic strips until the chance of retirement arrives.
So I brought up the idea that we should start a new kind of cool contest to find a suitable heir ofr her in conjunction with the Equinox Essay writing and Logo design contest. A contest that will give opportunities for inspirational artists to present their work. Thus, the first ever Comic Contest was born.
"The Armored Bear"
It's amazing how much we can do if we simply asked! With permission from Ms Maday, the teacher-in-charge of the Equinox Newsletter, and some advertising designs, I was able to bring the Equinox Comic Contest to fruitation. Thanks to Ms Maday for her suggestion of some spots to post the ads and using coloured paper to attract readers.
"The Flying Monkey"
Though the Flying Monkey was there to help, I was placed as the sole organiser of the Contest. You'll find me in a number of occasions to moderate the entries in the libary (so far, around 10 entries. Enough to pick a winner). It was great to see some works that are going for the win, juniors and seniors alike.
One of the few ideas I did was to post SAMPLES to give the participants an idea of how to present it. I used different styles to make each SAMPLE AD unique thought it is signed by the same artist.
"No Fear"
My first one was an action scene in Rugby. I thought it would not go well with the Vice Principal due to its brutish look, but it was stamped and signed eventually, giving way to the first introduction to the Comic Contest.
A rough draft of my work. Better still, I'd leave it this way because I prefer it messy than absolutely clean. The Rugby field gets down and dirty alot! ~ Armored Bear
Everyone I drew it, blowing any chance to hide my Armored Bear persona. So here's a shocker to all of you! I also drew the second one.
"The Lady of my Sunshine"
Most of the people in PTEB never realised this. Maybe because I drew it in a more simplified style and cleaned it up before I posted them. I think the real reason was the fact that I drew a love themed comic which is very difficult to relate me to.
I enjoy novel-like comic books. They tend to force you to read every word, bit by bit instead of of scanning through the pictures. ~ Armored Bear
With a little help with the photoshop, I was able to put some dialogue ^_^
I was inspired to draw the third one when I had the Blankets graphic novel. It's been a big idea I had for months. It was a perfect time to release it though. The 2005 tobacco act had taken effect and it was good chance to get some winning impressions.
"Life as an unending line"
This one was exclusive for the 40th Equinox edition. Surprisingly, this issue became a hit as it provided more visuals in it. Either it was because of Mina's Exam Tips comic strip, or is it the Anti-Smoking Ad that was the final advertisement for the Contest? Either way, we gained more profits last Saturday compared to any other days. Until now, it's still puzzling ^_^
I like looking through the pages of graphic novels for symbolisms. They usually require a deep insight on the page itself. Using smoke as a metaphor for life can make any Anti-smoking Ad look interesting. ~ Armored Bear
Thanks to Wiseman, for inking and not make it into anotehr boring poster.
The Equinox Comic Contest will end this Saturday. I can't wait to see the best ones out. I don't even know what the prizes are..
The slogan for this year's Comic Contest:
"So what are you waiting for?"
Seems another Contest popped up out of nowhere too. The Photography contest ^_^
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