DAMNED Art of the Day Competition for 04/04/11

TODAY'S THEME: "Lovers"
Next Theme: "Enemies"
Past Themes: (link)



DAMNED DEFINED

Within the word “damned”, it is easy to envision devils, Hades and hellfire.  However, damnation may also reflect the eternal condemnation of self and the subtle abuse of one’s mind against itself.  It may reflect the emotional trappings within the haunting ghosts of the past.  Perhaps the immeasurable tendrils that bind us to our deepest longings or deprivations.

THE PURPOSE

To showcase those extraordinary creations that emanate from within these shadowed moments to often reveal enlightenment within our most darkest hours.  This art may be the one true reflection of self to express that beauty does lie within the repulsive, balance within imbalance or salvation within personal damnations.

THE RULES:

1 - DO NOT POST IMAGES - ONLY LINKS TO KEEP THINGS FAIR
2 - Stay on topic with the posted theme though artistic interpretation is welcome
3 - Mark links to mature images (blood, bondage, nudity) with "18+"
4 - Only one entry per person each day
5 - Only one vote per person each day
6 - No voting for yourself
7 - No spamming others to vote for a specific image
8 - Past winning images are not allowed to enter for 1 month

HOW TO ENTER

Using today's theme as a guide, look through your personal images (on MM or elsewhere) and find one that best fits the theme.  Artistic interpretation of the theme is welcome but DO NOT select a non-related image just to post something.  Then, copy either the image link or page link and post it in the thread.  DO NOT USE [IMG] TAG TO POST THE IMAGE.  If it contains anything the MM rules deem as mature (blood, bondage, nudity, etc), then please mark the link with "18+".  You may also add a brief editorial about the image, if you wish.

HOW TO VOTE

Voting starts at noon PST (MM Time or 3pm EST) and ends the next morning whenever the votes are tallied.  To vote, simply quote your favorite entry and type "VOTE" below it.  After the day's competition ends, the host will tally the votes and post the winner of the day.  In the case of a tie, the host will choose the image that best reflects the day's theme that is not their own.

Hosts: DVS (M-F) & The Alternative Pink (Sa & Su)

Sponsored by DAMNED IV - An Exhibition of Enlightened Darkness - CALL FOR ART NOW OPEN

Disclaimer: This competition is for entertainment purposes only.  Entries and winners here do not necessarily reflect the DAMNED Exhibition and are not considered exhibition entries.  The words chosen merely reflect desired themes for DAMNED call entries.

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Today's DAMNED Winner

Lumiere Poetique 18+
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/22019887

Congratulations!

Thank you for the votes yesterday. never thought a self-portrait would ever win anything

18+ for bondage

https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/20120028

I have a few to pick from for this! Touch decision! Hope you all had a great weekend

https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/22370320 18+

18+ https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/22019887

Doesn't this belong in the new contests thread?

Today's DAMNED Winner

Lumiere Poetique 18+
https://www.modelmayhem.com/portfolio/pic/22019887

Congratulations!

(To claim your badge for your profile, simply click "quote" to copy/paste the code)

The Tally
7 - Lumiere Poetique
1 - Rick Dupuis Photography
1 - Steve Lease
1 - x Ali
1 - cara crass styling
1 - Jeffrey M Fletcher

NOTE: The hosts do not necessarily check the past competitions for posts beyond this one.  If you have any questions or complaints, please contact the host directly.