Hello, Draw A Day community,
I want to address an important issue regarding our Nostalgic Noel Challenge. First, let me say thank you to everyone who has participated so far. Your creativity and passion for drawing are truly inspiring.
However, we’ve only received three valid entries. While these entries are very heartwarming and beuatiful, this situation creates a challenge: without more submissions, we’re essentially awarding all participants by default, which feels unfair to the spirit of competition.
Additionally, I’ve noticed an unfortunate issue with downvoting. One entry, which might have been a strong contender, was downvoted to the point of becoming invisible and ineligible for rewards. This behavior undermines the inclusive, supportive environment we’ve worked so hard to foster in this community.
Moving Forward
To address this and ensure a fair, vibrant contest, I’m considering extending the deadline one more time. Before I do, I’d like your feedback and ideas:
Should we extend the deadline further to allow more entries?
How can we ensure all entries are treated fairly and respectfully, without fear of downvotes?
To those who haven’t entered yet, I encourage you all to join in just like in any other contest we had here before. Challenges like these are opportunities to grow, experiment, and share your passion with a supportive community. Let’s keep creating, not for rewards alone but for the joy of making something beautiful and meaningful.
If you’re feeling discouraged or uninspired, remember that every piece you create contributes to your journey as an artist. And in this challenge, even the smallest sketch can spark nostalgia and joy.
Let’s remember the values that brought us together: creativity, kindness, and mutual support. Whether you’ve submitted an entry or not, your role in this community matters, and your voice deserves to be heard.
Thank you for being part of Draw A Day. Let’s make this challenge a true celebration of creativity and camaraderie.
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and seeing more of your amazing creations
MERRY CHRISTMAS
lovelotz,
Ally
