{"id":6611,"date":"2024-03-01T15:18:05","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T15:18:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/?p=6611"},"modified":"2024-11-03T12:04:43","modified_gmt":"2024-11-03T12:04:43","slug":"as-above-so-below-digital-art-competition-ibadan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/as-above-so-below-digital-art-competition-ibadan\/","title":{"rendered":"Join the Ultimate As Above, So Below Digital Art Competition at Comic Con Ibadan \u2013 Win Big and Showcase Your Talent!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-wp-editing=\"1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6308\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/comic-con-ibadan-1.webp?w=1080\" alt=\"Comic Con Ibadan 2024 banner\"  title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/comic-con-ibadan-1.webp?w=1368&amp;ssl=1 1368w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/comic-con-ibadan-1.webp?resize=300%2C79&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/comic-con-ibadan-1.webp?resize=1024%2C269&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/comic-con-ibadan-1.webp?resize=768%2C202&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-wp-editing=\"1\">Aspiring African 3D animators and digital artists, here&#8217;s your chance to showcase your talent to the world! <strong>&#8220;As Above, So Below&#8221;<\/strong> is a thrilling international <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cgafrica.com\/competitions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>digital art competition<\/strong><\/a> brought to you by <strong>O Kingdom Come<\/strong>, in partnership with <a href=\"http:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/unleash-your-imagination-at-comic-con-ibadan-2024-experience-west-africas-biggest-geek-event-on-march-30th\/\"><strong>Comic Con Ibadan<\/strong><\/a> and <strong>CGAfrica<\/strong>. This is an epic opportunity for both 3D animators and comic artists to display their creativity and potentially win from a <strong>prize pool of $1,500<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<h2>Who\u2019s Behind the Competition?<\/h2>\n<p>The challenge is powered by <strong>O Kingdom Come<\/strong>, a renowned Pan-African comic studio whose graphic novel, also titled <strong>&#8220;O Kingdom Come&#8221;<\/strong>, has made waves internationally. This <strong>120-page graphic novel<\/strong> narrates the dramatic fall of the Nubian empire and the intense struggles between kings and kingdoms. The comic was recently recognized as the <strong>Best Indie Comic Book of 2023<\/strong> by <strong>Comic Book Resources<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6422\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cg-competition-comic-book.jpg?resize=708%2C1082\" alt=\"Comic strip for As Above, So Below: A Digital Art Competition.\" width=\"708\" height=\"1082\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cg-competition-comic-book.jpg?w=708&amp;ssl=1 708w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cg-competition-comic-book.jpg?resize=196%2C300&amp;ssl=1 196w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cg-competition-comic-book.jpg?resize=670%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 708px) 100vw, 708px\" \/>How to Enter<\/h3>\n<p>To enter this <strong>digital art contest<\/strong>, participants must create an original artwork inspired by a scene from the <strong>O Kingdom Come<\/strong> comic book. You\u2019re encouraged to interpret the comic in your own unique style! Use the comic\u2019s themes of battles and ancient kingdoms to fuel your creativity.<\/p>\n<p><em>Observe how submissions are <strong>merged side by side and flipped in opposite directions.<\/strong> Ensure to do the same when submitting entries. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\t\t<style type=\"text\/css\">\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 {\n\t\t\t\tmargin: auto;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-item {\n\t\t\t\tfloat: left;\n\t\t\t\tmargin-top: 10px;\n\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\twidth: 33%;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 img {\n\t\t\t\tborder: 2px solid #cfcfcf;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t#gallery-1 .gallery-caption {\n\t\t\t\tmargin-left: 0;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t\/* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes\/media.php *\/\n\t\t<\/style>\n\t\t<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-6611 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-thumbnail'><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a 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class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-2-two-tone.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-2-two-tone.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"As Above, So Below: A Digital Art Competition- submission example 3\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-2-two-tone.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-2-two-tone.jpg?resize=140%2C140&amp;ssl=1 140w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-2-two-tone.jpg?resize=100%2C100&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-2-two-tone.jpg?resize=350%2C350&amp;ssl=1 350w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-2-two-tone.jpg?zoom=2&amp;resize=150%2C150 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-2-two-tone.jpg?zoom=3&amp;resize=150%2C150 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><dl class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<dt class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-4.jpg?ssl=1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-4.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"As Above, So Below: A Digital Art Competition- submission example 2\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-4.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-4.jpg?resize=140%2C140&amp;ssl=1 140w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-4.jpg?resize=100%2C100&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-4.jpg?resize=350%2C350&amp;ssl=1 350w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-4.jpg?zoom=2&amp;resize=150%2C150 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cga-2024-submission-specification-4.jpg?zoom=3&amp;resize=150%2C150 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" title=\"\"><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/dt><\/dl><br style=\"clear: both\" \/>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>Submit your artwork in <strong>both grayscale (or black and white) and colored versions<\/strong>, making sure to follow the submission guide below:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Ensure that your submission is displayed side by side with both versions mirrored.<\/li>\n<li>Post your entry on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cgafrica\/reels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Instagram<\/strong> <\/a>and other social media platforms.<\/li>\n<li>Tag @okingdomcome, @comic_con_ibadan, and @cgafrica.<\/li>\n<li>Use the hashtags: <strong>#AASBA #AsAboveSoBelowArt #OKingdomCome #ComicConIbadan2024<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The more platforms you post your work on, the better your chances of winning!<\/p>\n<h2>Rewards<\/h2>\n<p>The top three winners will each receive <strong>$500<\/strong> and will be awarded at the <a href=\"http:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/unleash-your-imagination-at-comic-con-ibadan-2024-experience-west-africas-biggest-geek-event-on-march-30th\/\"><strong>Comic Con Ibadan<\/strong><\/a>, happening on <strong>March 30, 2024<\/strong>. Imagine the prestige of having your work recognized at one of Africa\u2019s top comic conventions!<\/p>\n<h3>Important Dates:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Start Date:<\/strong> March 1, 2024<\/li>\n<li><strong>Submission Deadline:<\/strong> March 25, 2024 (11:59 PM WAT)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Winners Announced:<\/strong> March 30, 2024, at Comic Con Ibadan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss this chance to push your art to the next level and get exposure within the <strong>African and global digital art scene<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re an up-and-coming African 3D animator or a seasoned comic artist, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cgafrica.com\/competitions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this competition<\/a> could be your ticket to fame!<\/p>\n<h2>Contact Information:<\/h2>\n<p>For inquiries, reach out to Comic Con Ibadan via email: <strong><a href=\"mailto:comicconibadan@yahoo.com\" rel=\"noopener\">comicconibadan@yahoo.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aspiring African 3D animators and digital artists, here&#8217;s your chance to showcase your talent to the world! &#8220;As Above, So Below&#8221; is a thrilling international digital art competition brought to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":28,"featured_media":6393,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[87,50,91],"class_list":{"0":"post-6611","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-news","8":"tag-comic","9":"tag-competition","10":"tag-digital-art"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/comic-con-ibadan.jpg?fit=1080%2C1080&ssl=1","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6611","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/28"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6611"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6611\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6615,"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6611\/revisions\/6615"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6393"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6611"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6611"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/magazine.cgafrica.com\/testing\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6611"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}