We had a bit of a unique situation this time around! The only voter was 
As a result, those two points won't be counted, but we’ve still awarded one point for participating in the vote! This brings us to an exciting tie for second place. 🥈 We might be a small group of voters, but we’re so glad you’re all part of the contest!
Keep creating! 🎨✨
🥇 1st place:
This pencil portrait demonstrates a strong command of tonal range and texture, particularly in the rendering of the hair and the subtle transitions of shadow across the face. The use of varied graphite grades (HB to 5B) creates a nice sense of depth, and the artist's "step-by-step" approach is evident in the structured proportions and the soft, blended quality of the skin. While the artist expresses some self-criticism regarding the haste of the project, the drawing successfully captures a warm, genuine expression and a lively personality, proving that even a "perfectly imperfect" piece can carry significant emotional value for the subject.
🥈 2nd places:
This caricature of "Dr Rango" is a masterclass in expressive line work, utilizing the permanent nature of a black pinpoint pen to create a gritty, high-contrast aesthetic. The artist expertly manipulates cross-hatching and varying line weights to build skeletal depth in the facial structure, while the exaggerated, weary eyes and drooping features provide a wonderful sense of character history. By focusing on sharp, angular shadows and the stark white of the cardboard, the drawing achieves a dramatic, noir-like atmosphere that perfectly complements the character's dapper yet disheveled appearance.
This sketchbook portrait captures a powerful sense of presence and resilience, perfectly aligning with the artist's tribute to courage and International Women's Day. The raw, expressive style—marked by vigorous, circular scribbling and dense cross-hatching—gives the skin a unique texture that feels both organic and weathered by experience. There is a beautiful contrast between the heavy, dark values used for the facial features and the softer, more flowing lines of the headscarf, which helps frame the subject's intense and hopeful gaze. While the proportions are handled with a gritty, hand-drawn authenticity, it is the emotional weight of the piece and the artist's dedication to the theme of breaking boundaries that truly make this drawing stand out.
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