With a one-day delay—blame it on our intense Easter celebrations—we're finally publishing the results of Week 8 in the Hive Art Gallery contest!
Here are the winners of the 8th edition of the Hive Art Gallery competition! Thank you to everyone who submitted their work and to all the voters: 
As per the announcement, this time voters will be rewarded with a share of this post's earnings!
Here are the contest results! Congratulations to the winners! 🎨✨
🥇 1st place:
Once again, the winner is @Vragolana, the creator of these wonderful watercolor artworks.
This watercolor painting beautifully captures a vibrant city street scene bathed in soft, atmospheric light. Blurred outlines and flowing colors suggest movement and life, with cars, pedestrians, and surrounding buildings blending harmoniously into the urban landscape. The warm tones of the buildings contrast with the cool blues and greens of the street and shadows, creating a sense of depth and early morning or late afternoon calm.
The artist uses loose brushwork and soft edges to evoke a fleeting, almost dreamlike moment in the city—where details fade into impression, and the atmosphere becomes the subject itself.
🥈 2nd place:
This pencil drawing features a thoughtful anthropomorphic mouse sitting quietly with its cheek resting on one hand, lost in contemplation. The character wears loose clothing and is perched on a raised surface, with its tail gently curled. The sketch is beautifully shaded, bringing out texture in the fur and fabric while maintaining a soft, introspective atmosphere.
The artist shared that he was immediately drawn to the calm aura of the original reference and felt it mirrored his current mindset. Although he acknowledges having more to learn about proportions and alignment, he is proud of how this piece turned out and hopes others can appreciate the peaceful expression and mood as he did.
🥉 3rd place :
This stunning piece is a hyper-realistic charcoal drawing of two men shaking hands, both dressed in traditional African attire. The artist has captured intricate details in their facial expressions, textures of their clothing, and the natural folds in the fabric. The contrast between the subtle shading on the left figure and the bold striped pattern on the right adds a dynamic visual element.
The artist shared that the drawing took about 45 hours to complete. To avoid smudging the charcoal, he works methodically—either from left to right or top to bottom—ensuring that his hand doesn’t brush over finished areas. He also included progress shots to show the technique and dedication behind the artwork. A truly meticulous and impressive creation!
Remember, the contest is ongoing! Tomorrow, we’ll publish a post showcasing this week’s submissions. Join the YAF - Young Art Fair Community and support our project! Let’s celebrate creativity together. 🎨✨
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