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:cheshire:It's that time again....
:katmeow: What time?
:cheshire:Crazy Halloween swapping madness, of course!
There are two groups to choose from this year, but before we go there, here is some basic background on ATC swaps to get you started.
What is an ATC Swap?
:katmeow: What time?
:cheshire:Crazy Halloween swapping madness, of course!
There are two groups to choose from this year, but before we go there, here is some basic background on ATC swaps to get you started.
What is an ATC Swap?
ATC stands for Artist Trading Card. ATCs are small pieces of original artwork. The idea is to swap cards to show off your art skills and make new friends. The only limitation on ATCs is the size: 2.5x3.5 inches or 64x89mm and generally a flat surface (although you can add beads, fold out panels, or pop up elements for 3D effects.) Since this is a MLP community, the art should also tie into ponies in some fashion.
Can I see some examples?
Lev_21n01's ATCs: http://www.mlptp.net/forums/mlp-artwork/37269-all-pretty-art-pic-heavy-5-12-08-new-piccies.html
Lev has participated in every ATC swap at the MLPTP to date.
BBD's ATCs: http://www.mlptp.net/forums/mlp-artwork/74348-atc-swaps-ive-received-new-atcs-added.html
BBD is also a frequent contributor to the TP swaps.
LP9's albums: http://www.mlptp.net/forums/album.php?u=1083
I've taken pictures of all the cards submitted for previous swaps I've hosted.
How does the swap work?Lev has participated in every ATC swap at the MLPTP to date.
BBD's ATCs: http://www.mlptp.net/forums/mlp-artwork/74348-atc-swaps-ive-received-new-atcs-added.html
BBD is also a frequent contributor to the TP swaps.
LP9's albums: http://www.mlptp.net/forums/album.php?u=1083
I've taken pictures of all the cards submitted for previous swaps I've hosted.
~ Post in the thread or PM me if you're interested in joining one or both swap groups. To join, you should have been at the TP a minimum of one month and have no negative feedback within the last year.
~ Signups will be open until September 18. Cards will be due in my hands by October 23. I will do my best to get them mailed out on October 25, hopefully so you can get them by Halloween.
~ I'll send out reminder PMs with my mailing address and any extra info not included in the thread after signups close or for about every five to ten peeps who sign up. Feel free to work on your cards before this! Pretty much everything you need to know to get started is in the thread.
~ Make digital backups of your finished cards before you mail. This is an extra insurance policy if your cards are waylaid by headless pony express workers.
~ Once you finish your cards, mail them to me for redistribution. I'll be in touch with anyone whose cards do not arrive by the deadline to utilize those digital backups.
~ All cards that arrive will be redistributed and mailed out to the other participants.
~ The organizer leaves feedback for the participants and makes sure everyone receives their cards.
I'm outside the US/Canada; can I participate?~ Signups will be open until September 18. Cards will be due in my hands by October 23. I will do my best to get them mailed out on October 25, hopefully so you can get them by Halloween.
~ I'll send out reminder PMs with my mailing address and any extra info not included in the thread after signups close or for about every five to ten peeps who sign up. Feel free to work on your cards before this! Pretty much everything you need to know to get started is in the thread.
~ Make digital backups of your finished cards before you mail. This is an extra insurance policy if your cards are waylaid by headless pony express workers.
~ Once you finish your cards, mail them to me for redistribution. I'll be in touch with anyone whose cards do not arrive by the deadline to utilize those digital backups.
~ All cards that arrive will be redistributed and mailed out to the other participants.
~ The organizer leaves feedback for the participants and makes sure everyone receives their cards.
I personally have no problem mailing overseas, as long as you can get your cards turned in by the deadline.
I sent my cards but they must have gotten lost in the mail. What happens now?
This is where the digital backups come in handy. If you have your backups and can send them to me to print out, you can still participate in the swap. Don't worry, I'll let you know if your cards aren't here at the cutoff point so this won't be a surprise.
How is feedback rated for this swap?
Positive feedback will be left for everyone who completes the swap.
Neutral feedback will be left if you pulled out before the deadline or if mailing issues prevented your cards from arriving at all. (The latter shouldn't be a problem if you make digital copies. )
Negative feedback is left if your cards don't arrive via snail mail or digital copies, you drop off the face of the earth, stop answering PMs, and turn in zero signs of work.
Neutral feedback will be left if you pulled out before the deadline or if mailing issues prevented your cards from arriving at all. (The latter shouldn't be a problem if you make digital copies. )
Negative feedback is left if your cards don't arrive via snail mail or digital copies, you drop off the face of the earth, stop answering PMs, and turn in zero signs of work.
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