Please DO NOT bitch, complain, frowny face, moan, throw yourself on fiery coals if you do not like the results of this contest, or did not win. This contest was a massive challenge for myself to organize... don't make me regret it...
I must say that I have never had the hardest time judging anything before!
Everyone did so well it took me 3 days to decide winners once I got it down to *my* top twenty.
Thank you all so very much for participating and very special thanks for all those that donated prizes, without them, there would be no honorable mentions.
Also, it is my usual practice to say something about each piece... but with the entries totaling over 130, I hope you understand...
I hope everyone who participated found solace in giving their demon a face. I know that I gathered a strange sense of peace when I did, and was hoping some of you would feel the same, thus the major motivator behind the contest.
I will note all winners and prize donors individually, though I may not get it all in today.
Thank you all again!
WINNERS!!
First Place Popular Poll
81)
Lienwyn snagged 15% of the votes in the final round and won the popular vote!
I must say I am proud of my voters.
The simplistic, smooth lines of her demon add an eeriness as it slinks for you, drooling blood and wanting more. Jealousy can be like that... this demon is not an opportunist... it takes hold of anything and everything it can get its slimy hands on... making you feel worthless in comparison to everyone else. The sheer honesty of her description I seriously believe aided in tipping the scales in her favor. Please go read if you haven't already. Nearly all of us have a little of this demon in us.
She also gets donated prizes from:
First Place My Pick
80)
The reality behind this piece struck a cord with me. I must say that when I saw it, I knew it was going to place, either with me or popular poll (which he scored 3rd on by the way). I've always been curious about the psyche of an individual that is trained to hunt other humans, and this piece offers a rare glimpse. The description is simple but powerful, worth reading again. Another thing I am partial too that is used here is the texture. The different textures here, from the cloth on the gun, to the cammo material over the head and the leather gloves is just pure eye candy for me.
He is very new, with few watchers and page views. Please consider adding him to your watch list.
He also gets donated prizes from:
Second Place Popular Poll
48)
Nightpark got 14% of the popular votes to finish in a VERY close second place.
Wrath sits, chained up against a wall, waiting patiently for you to turn your back and forget he is there for just a moment. His fanged grin mocks you while his towering reflection shows you his true scale. This piece speaks volumes in how we think we have our demon under control, but it sits just below the surface biding its time. The use of color was an interesting and effective choice. Instead of the usual fiery colors, she went with a dark an depressing pallet, almost dirty. Makes the eye and smile shine even brighter. Go ahead... turn your back...
She also gets donated pieces from:
Second Place My Pick
24)
A demon I can seriously relate too and have been meaning to draw as well: Chaos. She seems to scream not in pain or fear, but as a form of release from the turmoil around her. It is all she has, all she can do as she kneels there. Her own demons mocking her from the darkness. Even her body is a mixture of so many textures and colors it is difficult to tell where one limb ends and another begins.
She also gets donated prizes from:
Third Place My Pick
16)
A one year sub was offered from =
FliperDoodle01. I was like YESSSSS! I get to make a 3rd place!! And I did.
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Khezix's piece is full of symbolism and worth taking a second look! Kazim (the rational one) flinches to take the blow from Iaza (the demon). In some of our worse moments I think we all have a little Iaza in us... blindly running about, not caring who she harms.
She gets donated prizes from:
icon from 
1 year sub from 
Honorable Mentions
In order of deviant appearance
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A very different and unique take on a demon. Not one that can harm you, but one that you protect from harm. Innocence...
Donated prizes from:
38)
A faceless demon. Nothing more than a giant gaping maw too devour your very being and take over your life.
Donated prizes from:
45)
Feeling completely worthless can overtake a person to where they become exactly that. Read this story... I know I have several times.
Donated prizes from:
54)
You can chain your demon and lock it away, but one day, you will still have to face it, or it will overtake you.
Donated prizes from:
56)
A demon that can destroy you with the lightest of words... finding your weak points with little trouble. She hides just out of view, and sometimes you won't see her coming.
BTW, PURE EYE CANDY!!
Donated prizes from:
77)
Two demons that almost seem to neutralize one another, one driving you to revenge, one crippling you with depression. You stand between them, flinching as they get closer...
Donated prizes from:
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Prize Donors
RAWR!
What is your inner demon? Jealousy? Anger? Lust? Fear? Depression? Do you have more than one? What is that side of you that constantly tests your boundaries? If you let it loose… would it ruin you?
The contest is to draw your inner demon! Give it a face!! It wants to be known!
Closes Halloween! Friday, October 31. This deadline will most likely be strict, considering all the things I must personally accomplish by the end of the year…
Example:
Prizes
First Place
First place in both categories get to pick one of the following:
1) A full on *two* character commission by me, including background (browse my gallery and let me know what medium you would like).
Or
2) Either...
a 1 year sub
or something from your wishlist priced at $25 or less
or a brand new tin of 12 Derwent pencils. A choice of either Inktense
[link] or Graphitint
[link] , both of which are water soluble. You can't have both!
Second Place
Second place in both categories get a *one* character commission by me, including background. If 1st place relinquishes their second option of a sub, supplies, or wishlist, then you get the option. Can’t have both!
Honorable Mentions
Honorable mentions will get divvied out any art prize donations peeps offer.
I do not know yet how honorable mentions will be chosen.
Judging
There will be 2 categories! A first and second place that I personally decide on and a first and second that is purely popular vote. Private poll as usual…
The judging will be mostly decided by creativity and time spent on your piece. Skill *may* come into the game… but I try to be as fair as possible.
A FULL, DETAILED DESCRIPTION WILL MAKE YOU OR BREAK YOU WITH ME!!! Tell me about the inner angst that led to your creation! Sell it too me!
Srsly… this is another symbolism contest… use this to your FULL advantage.
Rulz
1) Acceptable entries include drawing, paintings, digital pieces, sculpting, photography, etc.
2) Photo manips ONLY allowed if you took the pictures or if it falls under the acceptable range in rule number 3.
3) NO stock images unless it is only a tiny portion of your work (like a starry sky)… stock brushes allowed. Give due credit! Of course you can use stock images for drawing references.
4) Blood, gore, and sexual themes permitted. Basically anything that is allowed on DA is allowed in this contest. Be sure to slap on the mature content filter if you need too. In case you are curious:
FAQ #305: Is posting 'Adult' oriented artwork alright if I censor it first?FAQ #60: Do you allow "Adult", explicit sexual or pornographic content on deviantART?FAQ #565: You prohibit the submission of 'pornographic imagery'; what do you consider this to be?FAQ #7: What is the policy concerning photographs of corpses, cruelty or death?FAQ #284: What is the policy for submissions concerning self-harm and mutilation?5) ALL subjects in your piece MUST NOT be copyrighted to someone else. Even if they give you permission! This is your art, and you are creating a character!!
6) Any entry made before May 1, 2008 cannot be entered.
7) 4 entries max
8) All entries must be FINISHED works. No sketches. Coloring not required. Background not required.
9) You must have a description! If English is not your first language still give it a shot! I have to know what you are trying to do!
10) You don’t have to ask if you can enter, just go ahead and make something. Contact me by note when you are done.
11) Yes, you can combine this with my Monthly Art Challenge or any other contest out there if you like. I think it would be dick-ish to not allow it.
Let me know if I missed anything or if you have any questions.
. : WINNERS Inner Demon Contest WINNERS: . 
Zeal
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This contest is giving me chills with excitement.
*Wiggles*
This...is going to be very, very fun.
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Jesus freak and proud of it!
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Because I must win!
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