Painted by Ilse Harting
Winner Announcement
We received over 3,375 unique entries from all across the world!
We were thrilled by the many works that were full of musical joy. Thank you for your entries.
Following a rigorous judging process, 15 entries were selected as winners. We are also pleased to announce the 10 winners of Challenger Award and the Timelapse Award!
Congrats to all you winners out there!
Grand Prize
- US$2,000 cash prize
- Clip Studio Paint EX Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 3 years) or 10,000 GOLD
- Social media profile picture frame (image file)
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2nd Place
- US$500 cash prize
- Clip Studio Paint EX Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 3 years) or 10,000 GOLD
- Social media profile picture frame (image file)
Nimuel Velasco
Having the musicians perform on a jellyfish is a very unique idea! It's also interesting how the tentacles of this jellyfish act like earphones for the listeners.
3rd - 5th Place
- US$200 cash prize
- Clip Studio Paint EX activation code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 5,000 GOLD
- Social media profile picture frame (image file)
3rd Placervss
The mouse on top of the record singing so passionately makes this a cute and memorable piece of art. The contrast in size between the human face in the background and the size of the mouse's face makes it clear that the mouse, although small, is singing with all its might.
4th PlaceGiulia Di Cara
The colorful and cute animals enjoying music is very healing. You can almost hear the joyous singing from the illustration.
5th PlaceJesus Velazquez
This illustration is full of power, with the skeleton guitarist bursting out of the frame towards the viewer. The artwork exhibits many comic-like elements and is well-executed.
6th - 10th Place
- US$100 cash prize
- Clip Studio Paint PRO Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 3,000 GOLD
- Social media profile picture frame (image file)
6th PlaceLucia Calvente Suarez
This illustration of a lovely elderly couple dancing in the kitchen with their pet is very heartwarming. We imagine that they have many happy meals together as well.
7th Place하브
This illustration wordlessly shows the viewer the story of this character. This creator demonstrates extreme sensibility and outstanding execution through this work.
8th Place해어리
The characters are merrily playing music in the forest at midnight. Looking at this illustration makes you want to join in on the festivities.
9th PlaceJin
This scene of kids using objects as instruments while their parent is cheering them on, even if it is before bedtime, brings a smile to our face. In this scene it is apparent that this family is very close.
10th PlaceIoana Vallimarescu
This fantasy piece is so charming and full of originality. It is like we have been drawn into a storybook world. I can almost hear the Christmas carols.
Honorable Mentions(5 winners)
- Clip Studio Paint PRO Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 3,000 GOLD
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Lâm Vi
Emily Liang
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Challenger Award(5 randomly selected winners)
- Clip Studio Paint PRO Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 3,000 GOLD
ORANGE SAMA
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katsu
Auburn Arcana
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- Submission Guidelines
- Please submit original illustrations on the theme of Music.
- Entry Period
- March 27, 2024 - April 18, 2024, 23:39 GMT Note: The entry period is now over.
- Winner Announcements
- May 14, 2024 (tentative)
Prizes
Grand Prize
US$2,000 cash prize
- Clip Studio Paint EX Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 3 years) or 10,000 GOLD
- Social media profile picture frame (image file)
Clip Studio Paint EXDual-device plan 3 years
2nd Place
US$500 cash prize
- Clip Studio Paint EX Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 3 years) or 10,000 GOLD
- Social media profile picture frame (image file)
Clip Studio Paint EXDual-device plan 3 years
3rd - 5th Place
US$200 cash prize
- Clip Studio Paint EX activation code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 5,000 GOLD
- Social media profile picture frame (image file)
Clip Studio Paint EXDual-device plan 1 years
6th - 10th Place
US$100 cash prize
- Clip Studio Paint PRO Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 3,000 GOLD
- Social media profile picture frame (image file)
Clip Studio Paint PRODual-device plan 1 years
Honorable Mentions (5 winners)
- Clip Studio Paint PRO Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 3,000 GOLD
Clip Studio Paint PRODual-device plan 1 years
Challenger Award (5 randomly selected winners)
We will select the winners from everyone who submits their original illustrations- Clip Studio Paint PRO Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 3,000 GOLD
Clip Studio Paint PRODual-device plan 1 years
Timelapse Prize (5 randomly selected winners)
We will select the winners from everyone who submits their timelapses- Clip Studio Paint PRO Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 3,000 GOLD
Clip Studio Paint PRODual-device plan 1 years
How to Apply
Enter your original illustration based on the contest theme via X, Instagram, or Facebook.
Note: The entry period is now over.
- The following entries will not be accepted:
- ・Entries that are fanart, depict real people or existing characters, products, or brands.
- ・Illustrations that were traced or copied from illustrations, photos, videos, etc. that were not created by the contestant.
- ・Illustrations created exclusively through the use of AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Apply through X (formerly Twitter)
Post your work with the hashtag #cspcontest39 to enter!
- Please enter with your own account.
- Image file formats: PNG, JPEG
- If possible, please let us know what app(s) you used to create your entry when you post. Your choice of app will not affect the contest verdict.
- Winners will be contacted by X direct message, so please make sure you are following the official Clip Studio Paint account (@clipstudiopaint) and that your account settings allow you to be contacted by us.
Apply through Instagram
Post your work with the hashtag #cspcontest39 to enter!
- Please enter with your own account.
- Image file formats: PNG, JPEG
- If possible, please let us know what app(s) you used to create your entry when you post. Your choice of app will not affect the contest verdict.
- Winners will be contacted by Instagram direct message, so please make sure you are following the official Clip Studio Paint account (@clipstudioofficial) and that your account settings allow you to be contacted by us.
Apply through Facebook
Follow the Clip Studio Paint official page (@celsys.clipstudiopaint) and post your entry with the hashtag #cspcontest39 to the dedicated contest Facebook group!
1. Join the Contest Facebook group
Contest Facebook group
2. Post your work using the hashtag #cspcontest39 to enter.
- Submissions posted via post outside of the group are not eligible.
- Image file formats: PNG, JPEG
- If possible, please let us know what app(s) you used to create your entry when you post. Your choice of app will not affect the contest verdict.
3. Share your posted piece to your timeline to complete your entry. Please make sure all posts are set to be accessible to the public or friends.
Enter to win the Timelapse Prize (picked at random)!
Note: The entry period is now over.
If you submit your entry with a timelapse video of your creative process, you will be entered in the prize draw where 5 lucky winners will be picked at random to win a Clip Studio Paint PRO Activation Code (Dual-device plan, 1 year) or 3,000 GOLD!
Easily capture your drawing process with Clip Studio Paint's Timelapse feature and share your work on social media!
How to Apply
Post your Timelapse videos with the two hashtags #cspcontest39 and #cspcontest39_timelapse.
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- Enter via X, Instagram, or Facebook.
- Make sure you include the hashtag in the text caption for your video post.
- If possible, please let us know what app(s) you used to create your entry when you post. Your choice of app will not affect the selection process.
- Video format: mp4, mov Length: around 1 minute
- Any format that can be posted on social media will be accepted.
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Submitted Works
Here are some of the entries to the contest so far.
Submission Rules
- Contestants must post their entries using their own accounts on X or Instagram with the #cspcontest39 hashtag during the submission period. If entering via Facebook, contestants must join and post their entries to the group below. For entering the Timelapse Award, please post with both #cspcontest39_timelapse and #cspcontest39 hashtags.
For any entry, please make sure your post is visible to the public.
Contest Facebook group - We cannot accept entries by X, Instagram, Facebook message.
- Entries posted with the wrong hashtag(s) will not be accepted for the contest.
- Entries will be judged on quality, thematic relevance, and originality. Although not a deciding factor, retweets and likes of entries will also be taken into consideration during the judging process.
- Only original artworks for which the contestant owns the copyright will be accepted for the contest.
- We are unable to respond to inquiries regarding selection results, selection criteria, etc. for individual works.
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Submissions may be created with any software
Note: If you don’t own any digital software, you can try creating your submission with the free trial of Clip Studio Paint.
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- Illustration file format: PNG, JPEG
Timelapse video format: mp4, mov Length: around 1 minute - You can submit illustrations of any size, but we recommend A4 size entries at 300 dpi (2480 x 3508 pixels). You can also submit smartphone-size images of 854 x 480 pixels.
- With the exception of the Grand Prize, prize winnings will be transferred via Paypal. We request that prize winners provide us with their address as well as their PayPal account’s email address.
Note: The winner of the Grand Prize and other winners who cannot accept transfers via Paypal will have their winnings transferred by bank transfer. In this case, we will need your bank account details, full name, address, and phone number. - Winners are responsible for any fees incurred when withdrawing their winnings from their bank or PayPal account.
- Prize winners will retain copyright of their submissions, but the submissions may be displayed in Clip Studio Paint and on websites and services managed by Celsys for promotional purposes.
- You can submit works you have already made public if they match the theme.
- Please do not submit works that you have submitted to other contests at the same time. You may submit them to other contests once the results have been announced.
- A single contestant may submit multiple entries.
- Social media "Likes" will be taken into consideration for the decision, but are not the ultimate deciding factor.
- If an entry does not meet all of the following conditions, does not match the contest theme, or if Celsys otherwise judges it inappropriate, will not be considered. Applicants who do not meet the following conditions will not be individually notified.
When applying to enter the contest, please keep in mind that your entry will be viewed by a diverse set of people of different nationalities, cultures, and ages.- Entries must not discriminate against mental or economical disadvantages, and must not include defamatory elements or profanity.
- Works must not violate individual privacy.
- The entry must not depict nudity or sexual content.
- Entries must not depict child prostitution, pornography, or abuse.
- Entries that disrespect anyone's freedom of religion, politics, belief, occupation, sex, etc.
- Entries that are in breach of the law, public order, or morality.
- Entries that are fanart, or depict real people, or existing characters, products, or brands.
- Entries that include any tracing or copying from illustrations, photos, videos, etc. that were not created by the contestant.
- Illustrations created exclusively through the use of AI (Artificial Intelligence)
- Entries that contain socially offensive content.
- Entries must fit the contest purpose.
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Disclaimer
- The submission period and date of result announcement may be subject to change without notice.
- Prizes and awards may be withdrawn even after the winners are announced if it is found that a contestant has violated any of the contest rules. If withdrawn, any prize money or rewards will be returned by the recipient. Usage of the social media profile picture frame will also be forbidden.
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- Please comment kindly on other people’s submissions. Inappropriate comments will be removed.
- Contest winners will be contacted after the results are announced via direct message on X/Instagram, or as a comment on their Facebook post. If we do not receive a response within two weeks, we will assume that you have declined the award and prize.
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Comment from the Winner:
I'm really happy! It is a great honor to have been selected as the winner by Celsys. This recognition means a lot to me.
Today the music invites me to sing regardless of how cold and rainy the weather or life was. I was inspired by the feeling that summer rains bring me, rain and sun at the same time. I took advantage of this to create a contrast and a narrative. It's the best time for the frog symphony.
The theme was conveyed clearly and beautifully in this piece. The musicians seem like they are having a great time as well. The soft style of this art is well-matched with the light-hearted atmosphere, making it easy for the viewer to connect emotionally to this work.