[Shrike]

I'd like you to all meet the HLP Modelling Contest.  We're looking for some original models from you people!

The rules are as follows:

• Submitted models must be original works, but no limits are set upon the setting.  This contest is about modelling, not rendering.  In addition, they do not need to be limited to what is convertable with the DM tools.
• Some information about them must be given, (poly count, software, number of textures, ect) and a bit of background is encouraged.
• They will be broken into two categories; Fighters, Capital Ships.
• When posting an entry, start a new thread with the format "Contest Entry: nameofyourmodel" and a 4 view (top, side, front, isometric) image of the model.  Additional renderings are welcome but not necessary.
• For those with Angelfire, Geocities or other hosts that don't allow direct linking, contact us about uploading your picture to our server here for the duration of the contest.
• The voting will be done seperately by the forum members and staff of HLP for their favorites from each category.  Thus there will be 4 winners overall.
• We will offer to host the winning models; the winners will have to submit the model itself in a common 3D format (COB, 3DS, LWO) for download at HLP.  This is not mandatory, however.
• Depending on the quantity and/or quality of submissions, they might be further broken down into 'casual' and 'dedicated' modellers, so even if you're just starting give it a try.  With a cool design you might just win.
• There is no deadline yet, but at the absolute earliest it would be middle of April, 3 weeks from now.

Well what are you waiting for?  Go to it!  Further details and clarifications will be posted.

[Battlecarrier01]

If you're reading my post it means you already have the info and should be modeling already! Get to it!  

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[Warlock]

 

Originally posted by Shrike:

• Submitted models must be original works, but no limits are set upon the setting.  [/b]

Well counts me out   Since i base all my ships off something else. ( I can't model a stick figure in 3d from scratch lol)



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[Styxx]

Hmmm...

[Jabu]

Hmm... I'll see if I can get something done  

I need to be placed under 'casual', as I'm really just starting out. Plus my texturing skillz are not too good.

[Starwing]

I already have an idea. Just have to warn you, my texturing skills aren't that good too.


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[Nico]

well, my shivan chimera will just fit well there I think   If I understand well, we don't need to make tbls or fsmm2 work, right?
What do you mean by "In addition, they do not need to be limited to what is convertable with the DM tools."? Can I put a 5000 polys model? ;b




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[Griffon UK]

 

Originally posted by venom2506:
Can I put a 5000 polys model? ;p

As long as you don't want it converted for FS use, its fine by us  

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[Nico]

cool   how many ships are we allowed to post?  

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[Fineus]

As many as you like, so long as they fit the rules set out in Shrikes post, Of course - quantity doesnt mean quality, so theres what we're looking for  

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[Nico]

hem, I got geocities... where am I supposed to submit pics?  
'about quality, I'm sure it'll do fine hehe-I'm working on these ship designs for years...)

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[Fineus]

I think emailing Shrike would be the best method of this, unless he says something else  

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[Warlock]

*looks at Athena MK II in need of texture*

*looks at SL conversion ships*


Damn

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[Shrike]

 

Originally posted by venom2506:
What do you mean by "In addition, they do not need to be limited to what is convertable with the DM tools."? Can I put a 5000 polys model? ;b

You could have a 200,000 poly model if you wanted. (and I've seen them, check out the B5 Omega models)  Obviously, that would take a good lot of time to make, but then again, with an entry like that, you've got a good chance of blowing everyone else out of the water. (space?)    

 

Originally posted by Thunder:
I think emailing Shrike would be the best method of this, unless he says something else    

Email me the pics, I'll upload them and give you the url to the picture so you can post it yourself.

[This message has been edited by Shrike (edited 03-20-2001).]

[Max Sterling]

So I can submit something I already did from my MOD?



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[Shrike]

If it's an original model.  So the SDF-1 or a zentreadi cruiser isn't allowable.

[Max Sterling]

 

Originally posted by Shrike:
If it's an original model.  So the SDF-1 or a zentreadi cruiser isn't allowable.

But it is original... I made it from scratch. ?

[Starwing]

You can still post images from Geocities. Just exchange the "www" part of the url with "fp".

PS: The basic shape of my model is already complete. It's 2600 faces, including looots of turrets.

[Shrike]

 

Originally posted by Max Sterling:

But it is original... I made it from scratch. ?

But it's not original, in the sense that a totally new ship is.  This is to get people to make new stuff, not model a pre-existing object.

[Martinus]

I've seen this kind of thing before, it doesn't always go to plan due to the fact that every community has a few (dare I use the word) "Elite" modelmakers that win due to experience and excellent models.

If you want to have a more even contest you should have a category for artistic merit or most original concept or something along those lines, that way a newbie with a good design can have a chance of winning.