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#NTDLives - Round 2: Catwalk Fails
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The next round is open for entries
This is your big chance: You're modelling in the biggest craziest fashion show. You get the big beautiful dress you wanted, all eyes are on you and you get ready to hit the catwalk.
Suddenly, a wild killer heel appears, or rather, disappears! Oh, no!!
Okay, this is THE round. The one round all fashion pageants always leave out: CATWALK FAILS! How will your model handle any fashion mishaps? From that weak heel that crumbles under pressure to that unruly nipple that wants to say "Hi" to the camera. Perhaps your model was too quick in striking a pose and her clothes rip and everyone sees her granny panties... Oh, that happened to me once!
Some tips to help you:
Suddenly, a wild killer heel appears, or rather, disappears! Oh, no!!
Okay, this is THE round. The one round all fashion pageants always leave out: CATWALK FAILS! How will your model handle any fashion mishaps? From that weak heel that crumbles under pressure to that unruly nipple that wants to say "Hi" to the camera. Perhaps your model was too quick in striking a pose and her clothes rip and everyone sees her granny panties... Oh, that happened to me once!
Deadline is: February 16th, 2018
Some tips to help you:
1 - This round is not about your fashion sense, so don't feel you need to have a detailed couture design to showcase. Focus on the incident instead. Think first about what will go wrong and make that the focal point of your doll. You can use a simple ready-to-wear design and devote all your energy to embarrassing your model 
2 - Once you've decided what will go wrong, make sure it is easy enough to spot. A broken heel implies a change in posture, usually changing the disposition of the arms and legs to keep balance. A fall is meant to be dynamic, make sure we can see she's falling and not just sitting pretty on the ground. If it's a wardrobe malfunction, make it evident, don't make us play Where's Wally? with a one pixel nipple.
3 - Reactions are the best part about these situations. Make sure to use body language and facial expressions to make your doll more interesting. An embarrassed model will earn you extra points from at least one particular judge... :bademoticon:
2 - Once you've decided what will go wrong, make sure it is easy enough to spot. A broken heel implies a change in posture, usually changing the disposition of the arms and legs to keep balance. A fall is meant to be dynamic, make sure we can see she's falling and not just sitting pretty on the ground. If it's a wardrobe malfunction, make it evident, don't make us play Where's Wally? with a one pixel nipple.
3 - Reactions are the best part about these situations. Make sure to use body language and facial expressions to make your doll more interesting. An embarrassed model will earn you extra points from at least one particular judge... :bademoticon:
And to all models out there... Flashing cameras are great and all, but for the love of God, make sure your eyes are always on the catwalk!
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#NTDLivesAnotherWeek - Extension
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The Three Wise Men have brought your presents early this year and...
YOU get an extension, YOU get an extension, EVERYBODY GETS AN EXTENSION!!!
That's right, my lovelies, you are all getting a ONE WEEK EXTENSION. It's official!
YASSS!
YOU get an extension, YOU get an extension, EVERYBODY GETS AN EXTENSION!!!
That's right, my lovelies, you are all getting a ONE WEEK EXTENSION. It's official!
The new deadline is next Saturday, January 6th, 2018.
YASSS!
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#NTDlives - Only 8 days till deadline!
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Only 8 days till Auditions closes and I'm already hyperventilating!
We can't wait to see your beautiful models walk down the catwalk, so why don't you check out our marvelous chat where you can ask for feedback from the judges themselves?
If you are too good to ask for help, Artzygrrl has started a new project called Dolling for Dummies, with very interesting sections, including an ever-growing list of tutorials and resources for all dollers, old and new. The site also features a Getting started section explaining what dolling is for those unfamiliar with the term.
And speaking of Artzy, she also has a super helpful new tutorial on dolling knits that may be exactly what you need if you struggle with casual clothing and, mostly, folds. Go take a look if you need some help.
And that's it!
Have a wonderful Christmas!
Celebrate the birth of Christ and stay fabulous!
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Next Top Doll is up and running!
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That's right, my lovelies, your favourite fashion pageant is back!
And that also means that my funny journals are also back. I know you missed them!
Next Top Doll is a multi-round dolling pageant based on the world of fashion and modelling. Your task will be to create a model and design some outfits following the theme of each round. Easy, right?
Okay, so what is Next Top Doll (NTD)?
Next Top Doll is a multi-round dolling pageant based on the world of fashion and modelling. Your task will be to create a model and design some outfits following the theme of each round. Easy, right?
Auditions are open
All you have to do is browse through the Paris Fashion Week Spring 2018 photo gallery, pick some elements you like from there and design an outfit that best represents your style as a designer. However, what's a designer without a muse? And for the purposes of NTD, your muse will be your model. Who are they? Are they shy? Adventurous? Crazy? Make sure your model makes a good impression on the judges so she doesn't have to hear that ugly NEEEXT!
Artzygrrl has been so kind as to do all the work... I mean, she's opened a Discord chat for WIPs and inspiration. So if you're stuck, don't know what to do with your life or simply want to say hi, feel free to drop by.
And last but not least, what kind of journal would this be if there weren't any... Pug gifs, you say? No, TIPS!
2. Your first challenge consists on browsing photos, picking clothes and putting an outfit together. Take some time to simply put things together in a file and scribble, write or cut and paste things randomly. Don't try to make an outfit by mixing two pre-existing ones, that will limit your creativity. You're a grown up doller now, think before you doll.
3. Some people don't value bases as much as they should. The base is a blank canvas to work on and it can be edited in many ways. However, a base is not a completely blank slate; it comes with a message: its pose. Take advantage of the pose you pick (or edit) and use it to deliver your own interpretation of the round's theme. If you pick a base that concentrates most of its personality and attitude on the leg area, don't cover them with a heavy skirt that obscures all that action. If it's meant to interact with her hair or with some parts of the outfit, make that your priority when you work on those bits. Make sure the base tells us the story you want to tell.
4. Don't be afraid of showing your own personality as a designer. Not everyone can be a flamboyant diva, some of us simply stay in the background and shine when the moment's right. If you feel more comfortable with a more modest look, go for it. Think carefully about your strengths and how you can shine through your entries. Maybe you have an eye for detail, or you can achieve an ultra realistic look on a tiny scale. Maybe conceptual work is your forte. Think of what you're good at and exploit it.
Fear not, if you need help, the judges are here for you!
Artzygrrl has been so kind as to do all the work... I mean, she's opened a Discord chat for WIPs and inspiration. So if you're stuck, don't know what to do with your life or simply want to say hi, feel free to drop by.
And last but not least, what kind of journal would this be if there weren't any... Pug gifs, you say? No, TIPS!
1. Even if your work will be that of a designer, your model will be your avatar throughout the whole contest. Make sure they're a well-rounded character with a style and attitude of their own. Spending some time deciding what kind of person they are and how far they would go fashion-wise will help you in the long run: you will know what they would and, most importantly, what they would never wear; and all your entries will be more coherent.
2. Your first challenge consists on browsing photos, picking clothes and putting an outfit together. Take some time to simply put things together in a file and scribble, write or cut and paste things randomly. Don't try to make an outfit by mixing two pre-existing ones, that will limit your creativity. You're a grown up doller now, think before you doll.
3. Some people don't value bases as much as they should. The base is a blank canvas to work on and it can be edited in many ways. However, a base is not a completely blank slate; it comes with a message: its pose. Take advantage of the pose you pick (or edit) and use it to deliver your own interpretation of the round's theme. If you pick a base that concentrates most of its personality and attitude on the leg area, don't cover them with a heavy skirt that obscures all that action. If it's meant to interact with her hair or with some parts of the outfit, make that your priority when you work on those bits. Make sure the base tells us the story you want to tell.
4. Don't be afraid of showing your own personality as a designer. Not everyone can be a flamboyant diva, some of us simply stay in the background and shine when the moment's right. If you feel more comfortable with a more modest look, go for it. Think carefully about your strengths and how you can shine through your entries. Maybe you have an eye for detail, or you can achieve an ultra realistic look on a tiny scale. Maybe conceptual work is your forte. Think of what you're good at and exploit it.
AND NOW, THE PART YOU'VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR... TO THE PUG MOBILE!!
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Have you ever looked at your old dolls and felt you could have done better? Do you have any dolls you don't like, but never actually get around to redoll them? Yes? Then dump them on another doller.
Is that possible? Yes, it is. That's what redolls were made for. And I'm glad to announce GLAM's Frankenstein's Redoll 2017!!
RULES:
1) SIGN UP
Deadline: October 28th, 2017
- Must have 3 significant changes
- Blood/Gore not allowed unless contained in original doll or allowed by recipient.
- Must be inspired/influenced by Halloween or Monsters.
- Must be your original work.
- Must not directly copy any piece of the original lineart.
- Must be kept "underwraps" until the reveal.
Do not post your gifts to any other forums, the Dolls section, deviantArt, personal doll sites,
or any other method of sharing before the reveal.
Reminder when posting dolls with blood/gore to place under a spoiler.
3) REVEAL
- Look at all the lovely dolls and try to guess which is yours! I'm kidding, staff will tell you which one it is and who made it for you.
Is this just an excuse to post pug gifs?
... Maybe.
Is that possible? Yes, it is. That's what redolls were made for. And I'm glad to announce GLAM's Frankenstein's Redoll 2017!!
RULES:
1) SIGN UP
- Must be a GLAM member.
2) REDOLL Deadline: October 28th, 2017
- Must have 3 significant changes
- Blood/Gore not allowed unless contained in original doll or allowed by recipient.
- Must be inspired/influenced by Halloween or Monsters.
- Must be your original work.
- Must not directly copy any piece of the original lineart.
- Must be kept "underwraps" until the reveal.
Do not post your gifts to any other forums, the Dolls section, deviantArt, personal doll sites,
or any other method of sharing before the reveal.
Reminder when posting dolls with blood/gore to place under a spoiler.
3) REVEAL
- Look at all the lovely dolls and try to guess which is yours! I'm kidding, staff will tell you which one it is and who made it for you.
Is this just an excuse to post pug gifs?
... Maybe.Join the community to add your comment. Already a deviant? Log In