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In honor of our brand new fresh start here at the MLPTP,
let's get started on the right foot with a classic photo hunt competition!
What is a photo hunt?
A photo hunt is an event where the organizers post a different photo challenge every week, to be completed by the competitors. Your photos will be judged on a few different criteria, such as completion of the theme, creativity, and WOW factor. Points will be awarded for each criteria. Bonus points may also be available.
Photo Hunt Rules:
Photo Editing:
- No photo editing of ANY kind!
You can crop, size, adjust lighting and sharpen the photo. Altering the photo is NOT acceptable! No photoshopping whatsoever! This includes color adjustment, smudging, blurring, adding or subtracting from the photo. You may not CHANGE the photo in any way. Making it ‘prettier’ is allowed, but do not change the photo into something it never was originally.
Official Hasbro Ponies Only:
- Any generation is welcome, but only official Hasbro MLPs should be used in the entries. (Sorry fakies, we love you, but stay out of our contest!)
Text:
- You may NOT add text to a photo! You are allowed to add one subject line only within your post.
No using existing photos:
- No posters, books, pictures or computer images accepted. Your photo must portray the real thing.
Example of not allowed: step requires a tree and you take a picture of a poster with a tree in it.
- If you are stuck and you must use an existing photo you will only be awarded sneaky points (50% credit).
Photo Requirements:
- All photos must be saved in .JPG form.
- Size smaller than 100k
To find photo size: Right-click on the photo and check its properties
- Maximum pixel size is 500px.
Photo Hosts:
- You must have your photos hosted somewhere on the internet. You can create an album here at the TP or use external hosting such as Photobucket.
Time:
- You must post your photo before deadline or your assignment entry will not be accepted. Please note that all times listed are in EST, or Eastern Standard Time.
Content:
- All content should fit within the parameters of the site rules.
No Changing Entries:
- Once you post your entry do NOT change it. The mods will be watching all entries and if it is discovered that you have changed your photo, your entry will be disqualified.
Judging:
- Your photos will be judged in 3 different categories:
- Completion of the theme -- How accurately did you complete the assignment? 6 points
- Creativity -- How creative were you in staging your photo? 6 points
- WOW factor -- How much effort and what lengths did you go to? 6 points
- Optional extra credit is + 3 points
- Sneaky points (see above): -50% points
Prize Selection
G1 Play-Time!
G1-Style Custom Magnet (winner's choice of pony, made to order)
G2 Stationery and Extras
G3 Go to School Set
G4 Writing Accessories
G4 School Set
There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place,
as well as a raffle for ALL participants for a 4th prize!
How do I enter?
To register for the contest, send a PM to CJFullmer.
CJ will also be answering any questions you have and running the hunt from here.
This contest is open to ALL registered MLPTP members!
This contest begins on Sunday, August 17th
and ends on Thursday, September 18th
Contest Timeline
Assignments will be posted every 4 days along with their due date.
Bonus points are elements that can earn extra points if included in your Assignment photo.
Optional Extra Credit photos are photos taken in addition to the assignment. They are entirely optional but can earn you extra points.
Assignments will be posted every 4 days along with their due date.
Bonus points are elements that can earn extra points if included in your Assignment photo.
Optional Extra Credit photos are photos taken in addition to the assignment. They are entirely optional but can earn you extra points.
Sunday 8/17: Assignment #1 - Pony with apple
Thursday 8/21: Step 1 due
Bonus points: Red apple
Optional Extra Credit Photo: Pony packed in a lunch
Post your photos here: Assignment #1
Discussion thread here: Discussion Thread
Friday 8/22: Assignment #2 - Back to School Shopping!
Tuesday 8/26: Step 2 due
Bonus points: Pony in shopping cart of basket
Optional Extra Credit Photo: Pony shopping for pony or unicorn/horse related school supplies
Post your photos here: Assignment #2
Wednesday 8/27: Assignment #3 - Pony in a classroom
Sunday 8/31: Step 3 due
Bonus points: pony "students" and "professor" included
Optional Extra Credit Photo: pony writing on a chalkboard or whiteboard
Post your photos here: Assignment #3
Monday 9/1: Assignment #4 - Pony reading a textbook
Friday 9/5: Step 4 due
Bonus points: Pony taking notes
Optional Extra Credit Photo: Pony in a backpack or wearing a backpack
Post your photos here: Assignment #4
Saturday 9/6: Assignment #5 - Pony by a school bus
Wednesday 9/10: Step 5 due
Bonus points: Pony waiting by the school bus stop
Optional Extra Credit Photo: Pony driving or riding in a car
Post your photos here: Assignment #5
Thursday 9/11: Assignment #6 Grand Finale - Pony graduation ceremony
Friday 9/19: Grand Finale due
Bonus points: Pony dressed for graduation
Extra Credit #1: Pony with a report card/transcript
Extra Credit #2: Pony with graduation diploma
Extra Credit #3: Pony wearing a graduation hat while in mid-air
Post your photos here: Assignment #6
Sunday 9/21: Winners announced
- SkippetyDoo
- Gusty365
- CJFullmer
- Willow
- DialgaBritesMom
- Sweet Tooth
- MintamenaPie
- Candice88
- Mirakat
- ladyofthenight
- severedanomaly
- Gezibing
- queenxgeek
- Gypsydancer
- Snwbear24
- evilbunnyfoofoo
- lev_21n01
- sweetberry
- Angel_Foil
- SparklingSparklePowers
- *Paradise Island*
- abchitit2me
- Jenna
- Moondream
- Mori_LeStrange
- Suitheo
- Iherdyoulikeponies
- Stacescotty
- SundaePep
- PantiedPython
- BabyNightmare
- Sweetiebabyfizzy
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