Can I suggest an Art Contest? - Page 5

Ziz · February 9 2008, 11:44 PM

Here's an idea - "Famous Last Words". It can cover any era, any character, any ship, and be serious; a different take on Kirk's "Oh my..." at the end of GEN - or funny; a shot of a Klingon ship's engine room overrun with tribbles, referencing Scotty's line at the end of TTWT.

Wingsley · March 19 2008, 04:09 AM

I realize this is a STAR TREK art forum, but I just heard that sci fi lit luminary Arthur C. Clarke had passed away. 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY hit it big when TOS was still on NBC, and Clarke was well noted in sci fi from 1945 to the present day. He was 90 years old.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn...l?hpid=topnews

I think it would be interesting to do a kind of crossover homage to Clarke, a kind of STAR TREK/2001 salute to him and his distinguished body of work.

Wingsley · March 19 2008, 04:28 AM

I stand corrected: Mr. Clarke was actually born in Dec. of 1917.

Here's another piece on his life:

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/19/bo...prod=permalink

Ptrope · March 19 2008, 05:41 AM

This should really be in the "Can I Suggest an Art Contest" thread, but given its relevance to current events, and proximity to the end of the month, I'll leave it separate for now and merge it after the April challenge has been issued.

Speaking personally, I think a tribute to A.C.C. might be a very nice thing to see and to participate in, challenge or not. Clarke has been a huge influence on not only sci-fi and Trek, but on the world itself.

Redfern · March 19 2008, 02:04 PM

If a tribute hasn't already started by the time the votes are tallied and if by some bizarre twist I win (delusional, ain't I?), I'll propose Wingsley's idea. It's a beautiful thought, Wings'!

Sincerely,

Bill

Rattrap · March 19 2008, 06:07 PM

I don't have an entry for this month, but I agree, it's a great idea. I even have something in mind.

EliyahuQeoni · March 19 2008, 08:59 PM

This is an excellent idea. Even if its not for the monthly challenge, a thread dedicated to Clarke tributes would be nice.

Tallguy · March 24 2008, 01:50 PM

We can all agree that we will only vote for challengers who say that they'll use THIS challenge next month. (I love the smell of extortion in the morning.)

Ptrope · March 25 2008, 12:49 AM

^^

In which case, I think it best if no one among the contestants mention what you think you might do as a challenge while voting is on. I'd hate to see either a contestant exploit this potential, or to see a worthwhile challenger be robbed of a fair shot because he or she didn't play the "Clarke card." Let's not forget, it's the winner's choice of challenge, not the voters'.

Tallguy · March 25 2008, 02:05 AM

Ptrope wrote:

^^

Thanks for the wink. It's good to have understanding mods.

Klaus · March 28 2008, 04:21 PM

Tallguy wrote:

(I love the smell of extortion in the morning.)

smells like... politics!

...an excellent idea!

Nerroth · June 11 2008, 10:52 PM

With the fresh set of excellent Star Fleet Universe-based art from Icy_Penguigo, I was thinking that the SFU might be an interesting place for an art contest to be based in or around.

There are a lot of races and ships which await a representation in art form - and a number of events and stories which are ready to be told in a new medium!

Atavachron · August 29 2008, 10:40 AM

Well, this thread looks like it could use a bump.

I'm not sure if this is even a relevant idea. I remember Lincoln Enterprises making a set of TOS business cards way back in the 70's.

I have never seen any from the NG, VOY, DS9, TAS, etc.
How about a set form one (or all) of these incarnations?
I realize there isn't a lot of "art" involved but designing a good business card isn't always easy.

Atavachron

Ziz · September 26 2008, 12:11 AM

Ok, just came up with an idea for the impending October contest...CountryTrek

Look at the logo for the 2008 Country Music Awards...look familiar?

So, while "McCoy in his natural habitat" is a bit too easy and obvious, it does open up the possibilities to things like a rusted out Enterprise with a trailer hitch instead of a tractor beam, a push bar instead of a deflector dish and a confederate flag on the saucer. What about pump action, double emitter phaser shotguns? A klingon with his loyal huntin' targ by his side?

B.J. · September 26 2008, 04:01 PM

I noticed that about the CMA Awards two years ago. And while I personally don't like country music, "Country" does not equate to that tired and offensive stereotype. If you'd said redneck or hillbilly, I might be a little more agreeable.

February 9 2008, 11:44 PM	#61
Ziz Commodore Location: NY	Re: Can I suggest an Art Contest? Here's an idea - "Famous Last Words". It can cover any era, any character, any ship, and be serious; a different take on Kirk's "Oh my..." at the end of GEN - or funny; a shot of a Klingon ship's engine room overrun with tribbles, referencing Scotty's line at the end of TTWT. __________________ Reality is just a crutch for those who can't handle science fiction.

March 19 2008, 04:09 AM	#62
Wingsley Commodore Location: Wingsley	Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] I realize this is a STAR TREK art forum, but I just heard that sci fi lit luminary Arthur C. Clarke had passed away. 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY hit it big when TOS was still on NBC, and Clarke was well noted in sci fi from 1945 to the present day. He was 90 years old. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn...l?hpid=topnews I think it would be interesting to do a kind of crossover homage to Clarke, a kind of STAR TREK/2001 salute to him and his distinguished body of work. __________________ "The way that you wander is the way that you choose. / The day that you tarry is the day that you lose. / Sunshine or thunder, a man will always wonder / Where the fair wind blows ..." -- Lyrics, Jeremiah Johnson's theme.

March 19 2008, 04:28 AM	#63
Wingsley Commodore Location: Wingsley	Re: Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] I stand corrected: Mr. Clarke was actually born in Dec. of 1917. Here's another piece on his life: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/19/bo...prod=permalink __________________ "The way that you wander is the way that you choose. / The day that you tarry is the day that you lose. / Sunshine or thunder, a man will always wonder / Where the fair wind blows ..." -- Lyrics, Jeremiah Johnson's theme. Last edited by Ptrope; March 19 2008 at 05:35 AM. Reason: Edited link

March 19 2008, 05:41 AM	#64
Ptrope Agitator Location: USA	Re: Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] This should really be in the "Can I Suggest an Art Contest" thread, but given its relevance to current events, and proximity to the end of the month, I'll leave it separate for now and merge it after the April challenge has been issued. Speaking personally, I think a tribute to A.C.C. might be a very nice thing to see and to participate in, challenge or not. Clarke has been a huge influence on not only sci-fi and Trek, but on the world itself. __________________ Star Trek: Reanimated - it's more than just a cartoon!

March 19 2008, 02:04 PM	#65
Redfern Fleet Captain Location: Georgia, USA	Re: Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] If a tribute hasn't already started by the time the votes are tallied and if by some bizarre twist I win (delusional, ain't I?), I'll propose Wingsley's idea. It's a beautiful thought, Wings'! Sincerely, Bill __________________ Tempt the Hand of Fate and it'll give you the "finger"! Freighter Tails: the Misadventures of Mzzkiti

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March 19 2008, 06:07 PM	#66
Rattrap Lieutenant Commander	Re: Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] I don't have an entry for this month, but I agree, it's a great idea. I even have something in mind. __________________ We're Starfleet officers, weird is part of the job.

March 19 2008, 08:59 PM	#67
EliyahuQeoni Commodore Location: Redmond, Oregon, United States of America, North America, Earth, Sol System, Milky Way, Universe	Re: Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] This is an excellent idea. Even if its not for the monthly challenge, a thread dedicated to Clarke tributes would be nice. __________________ "Canon is only important to certain people because they have to cling to their knowledge of the minutiae. Open your mind! Be a Star Trek fan and open your mind and say, 'Where does Star Trek want to take me now'." - Leonard Nimoy

March 24 2008, 01:50 PM	#68
Tallguy Fleet Captain Location: Phoenix, AZ	Re: Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] We can all agree that we will only vote for challengers who say that they'll use THIS challenge next month. (I love the smell of extortion in the morning.) __________________ *-- Bill "Tallguy" Thomas* "All I ask is a tall ship..."

March 25 2008, 12:49 AM	#69
Ptrope Agitator Location: USA	Re: Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] ^^ In which case, I think it best if no one among the contestants mention what you think you might do as a challenge while voting is on. I'd hate to see either a contestant exploit this potential, or to see a worthwhile challenger be robbed of a fair shot because he or she didn't play the "Clarke card." Let's not forget, it's the winner's choice of challenge, not the voters'. __________________ Star Trek: Reanimated - it's more than just a cartoon!

June 11 2008, 10:52 PM	#72
Nerroth Fleet Captain Location: Ontario, Canada	Re: Suggestion for April Art Contest [Arthur C. Clarke, 1918-2008] With the fresh set of excellent Star Fleet Universe-based art from Icy_Penguigo, I was thinking that the SFU might be an interesting place for an art contest to be based in or around. There are a lot of races and ships which await a representation in art form - and a number of events and stories which are ready to be told in a new medium! __________________ You think you know a story, but you only know how it ends. To get to the heart of the story, you have to go back to the beginning. ---------------------- The Star Fleet Universe: ST: TOS' other legacy.

August 29 2008, 10:40 AM	#73
Atavachron Lieutenant Commander	Re: Can I suggest an Art Contest? Well, this thread looks like it could use a bump. I'm not sure if this is even a relevant idea. I remember Lincoln Enterprises making a set of TOS business cards way back in the 70's. I have never seen any from the NG, VOY, DS9, TAS, etc. How about a set form one (or all) of these incarnations? I realize there isn't a lot of "art" involved but designing a good business card isn't always easy. Atavachron __________________ It's people like you who drive people like me from places like this.

September 26 2008, 12:11 AM	#74
Ziz Commodore Location: NY	Re: Can I suggest an Art Contest? Ok, just came up with an idea for the impending October contest...CountryTrek Look at the logo for the 2008 Country Music Awards...look familiar? So, while "McCoy in his natural habitat" is a bit too easy and obvious, it does open up the possibilities to things like a rusted out Enterprise with a trailer hitch instead of a tractor beam, a push bar instead of a deflector dish and a confederate flag on the saucer. What about pump action, double emitter phaser shotguns? A klingon with his loyal huntin' targ by his side? __________________ Reality is just a crutch for those who can't handle science fiction.

September 26 2008, 04:01 PM	#75
B.J. Commodore Location: Huntsville, AL, USA	Re: Can I suggest an Art Contest? I noticed that about the CMA Awards two years ago. And while I personally don't like country music, "Country" does not equate to that tired and offensive stereotype. If you'd said redneck or hillbilly, I might be a little more agreeable. __________________ B.J. --- bj-o23.deviantart.com