Confirmed: Calendar Contest Capers

New project time! J!NK and Mojang are putting together a calendar, and they're asking folks to submit artwork with the theme: What's the funniest thing that has happened to you in Minecraft?

When they're done, the proceeds from the calendar sales will go to benefit Block by Block, a collaborative urban planning project between the UN and Mojang. The submission deadline is February 8th, and voting on the contestants begins February 12th. The full contest details are here.

I'm entering this thing. I love Minecraft and an opportunity to contribute to the merchandise and a good cause is too much to pass up. I haven't done much yet, but here's a first impression. You know there are good times to be had when you're dealing with a rickety bridge over a ravine.

 

 

I'll be sure to post a link when voting begins. This should be fun!

Major Update and a Moon Doodle

All the books are in, the supplies are gathered, and the time is upon us. Tomorrow I start my first day of studies in graphic design. I'm nervous because I've done this sort of thing before. I know how disillusioning it can be to take a passion and turn it into a trade. But at the same time, I'm really excited about this opportunity to improve my skills.

I'll be keeping major updates of my progress on this site and posting school and side projects pertaining to art and design here.

Wish me luck.

Here's a cautiously optimistic doodle of a moonrise.