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Hey guys. For those of you who don't know, I've been working on something for the past couple of days that has required most of my attention. I can't delve into exactly what I'm working on just yet, but you'll see soon enough. Anyway, on with the contest:

What I'm working on requires banners, which are long images that normally sit at the top of a website(not this site, so calm down). I've made 10 so far, but I would love to have as many as possible. Here's my task to you: Take this template (http://img71.imageshack.us/img71/4110/bannertemplatewxh970x18uh4.png)(right click, save as), open it up in your favorite image editor, and fill it with something LittleBigPlanet related. There's an example at the bottom of this post, so you can see what I am looking for. There are a couple of rules, rules you must follow to be considered:

The banner must retain the template's exact size (970px wide by 180px tall).
No text in the banner.
The image must be in .jpg or .png format.

You are free to submit as many entries as you like. For each banner that I choose to use, you will recieve 100xp. I will let you know in a PM which ones I chose, so you know how many points you'll recieve.

Here's an example banner that I would accept:
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/4112/banner2ir4.jpg
2008-09-12 04:29:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman
Posts: 3729


I'd like to know what this is for Maybe at least a hint! I don't like submitting stuff without having an idea of what it's going to be used for... Is it for this site in general... Will it be shown alot... Is it for personal use... Thanks if you can answer some of these questions! 2008-09-12 04:41:00

Author:
KAPBAM
Posts: 1348


I'll say this: It's related to LittleBigPlanet and the LBPC community, and it will benefit most, if not all, of the members of this site.2008-09-12 04:42:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman
Posts: 3729


so when will this important secret thing be happening CC?2008-09-12 05:00:00

Author:
muttjones
Posts: 843


I can't be sure, muttjones. As soon as I know, you guys will know.2008-09-12 05:04:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman
Posts: 3729


I'll say this: It's related to LittleBigPlanet and the LBPC community, and it will benefit most, if not all, of the members of this site.
I know what it is

I'll be making a few or so.
2008-09-12 06:16:00

Author:
Unknown User


... no deadline?2008-09-12 07:29:00

Author:
ScytheOfGrim
Posts: 438


Hmm...interesting Cartman, I wonder what this might be!

*w*
2008-09-12 08:14:00

Author:
Stix489
Posts: 2080


Advertising?

I'll try a few
2008-09-12 08:22:00

Author:
Maltay
Posts: 2073


My guess is prizes for the store. Here's my first - I call it LBPaperChain! Hope you like!2008-09-12 09:24:00

Author:
mrbobbyboy
Posts: 304


I'd submit a few but I would like to know what this is for.. :arg:2008-09-12 11:42:00

Author:
Unknown User


Am working on mine2008-09-12 13:44:00

Author:
Killa_5150
Posts: 227


Here's a few I just threw together....

http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/6609/secondph3.jpg

http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/4660/dragonef5.jpg
2008-09-12 21:11:00

Author:
bbroman
Posts: 1374


Yeah I will work on a few also2008-09-12 21:35:00

Author:
Darth_Spartan
Posts: 813


http://img71.imageshack.us/img71/7818/banneroneii3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img71.imageshack.us/img71/6073/bannertwour6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img71.imageshack.us/img71/6461/bannerthreedt6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Three quick ones.
2008-09-12 22:00:00

Author:
Unknown User


Three quick ones.

Look at Rule 2.
2008-09-12 22:25:00

Author:
Unknown User


Oh well. Doesn't hurt me.2008-09-12 22:26:00

Author:
Unknown User


Spent some time making one and completely forgot that you weren't allowed texts:o lol
Oh well saved it as my new SIG instead
2008-09-12 23:16:00

Author:
dorien
Posts: 2767


Spent some time making one and completely forgot that you weren't allowed texts:o lol
Oh well saved it as my new SIG instead

That is awesome... I am sure you can find some way to include this... right Cartman?
2008-09-12 23:29:00

Author:
Unknown User


That is awesome... I am sure you can find some way to include this... right Cartman?

Cheers but it's all about RULE 2grr lol
2008-09-12 23:44:00

Author:
dorien
Posts: 2767


Cheers but it's all about RULE 2grr lol

Marino knows what he is talking about...I think....
2008-09-12 23:47:00

Author:
Unknown User


Nice ones, Guitarrassdeamor2008-09-12 23:58:00

Author:
Killa_5150
Posts: 227


Guys: The LittleBigPlanet Logo is allowed. I forgot to mention that. No custom text, I meant.

Also, from now on, upload your banners here so we can have them in one place. Makes my job easier:

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/index.php?c=16
2008-09-13 00:06:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman
Posts: 3729


That's a nice idea ConfusedCartman!
That way its easier to view
2008-09-13 00:08:00

Author:
Killa_5150
Posts: 227


Gah! Finally... '>_<

I did two variations, but to make one work I had to make it as a PNG, otherwise the tape wouldn't look like it's sticking to the background.
Even though the rules say only .JPG, I think you should reconsider. >_>
You judge...
First:
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa286/ScytheOfGrim/LBPBannercopy.jpg

Second:
http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa286/ScytheOfGrim/LBPBannerTape.png

EDIT:
I won't upload the .PNG one to the Gallery, unless told otherwise.
2008-09-13 06:48:00

Author:
ScytheOfGrim
Posts: 438


I have just learned I can use .pngs, so no worries there. I'll remove that restriction. 2008-09-13 07:04:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman
Posts: 3729


Yay! ^^
Uploading the second one now!

I like it better than the original anyway. >_>
2008-09-13 07:09:00

Author:
ScytheOfGrim
Posts: 438


I think it's a shame the logo's allowed - inspires more creativity if we have to do it just with images.2008-09-13 12:50:00

Author:
mrbobbyboy
Posts: 304


Thanks for all the info Cartman. I'm burried in my latest theme, so once I move on from it (or need a break!), I may just make a few of these 2008-09-13 19:17:00

Author:
KAPBAM
Posts: 1348


Just thought I'd give a go.
Here are four that I did.

They're all to the specified dimensions and format and can be viewed in the Banner Competition Gallery.

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/343/medium/1_LBPCentral_banner-04.jpg

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/343/medium/1_LBPCentral_banner-03.jpg

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/343/medium/1_LBPCentral_banner-02.jpg

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/343/medium/1_LBPCentral_banner-01.jpg
2008-09-13 19:42:00

Author:
cstrfrk
Posts: 74


Does this round of the caption contest get announced today?2008-09-15 10:58:00

Author:
mrbobbyboy
Posts: 304


I think it's a shame the logo's allowed - inspires more creativity if we have to do it just with images.
To be honest, I agree, but it's not that big of a deal. I wanted to make sure it's open ended so I get more submissions.


Does this round of the caption contest get announced today?
This is an ongoing contest, and I award people as soon as I choose one of their banners. I'm going to try to pick a couple more later today.
2008-09-15 14:51:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman
Posts: 3729


Whoops - sorry Cartman - meant to drop that second post in the caption contest thread!2008-09-15 16:22:00

Author:
mrbobbyboy
Posts: 304


Here are three entries for you I dub thee... SackHulk!

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/375/1_SackHulk_Rocks_Banner.png

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/375/1_SackHulk_Wood_Banner.png

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/375/1_SackHulk_Green_Banner.png

EDIT: And three more

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/375/1_Sunny_Sackday_Banner.png

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/375/1_Sunny_SackGirl_Banner.png

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/375/1_Sunny_SackCool_Banner.png
2008-09-16 06:07:00

Author:
KAPBAM
Posts: 1348


Here are my two:

http://i34.tinypic.com/2csdzll.png


http://i33.tinypic.com/2dqix4p.png
2008-09-19 14:13:00

Author:
Unknown User


Hey Terrence - they are both wicked! Love the aged effect!2008-09-19 14:23:00

Author:
mrbobbyboy
Posts: 304


nice work ^^

i'll try one out but i'm no graphics expert so dont expect anything good.

EDIT: Ok here is my entry. its my first real work on photoshop. I know the basics but this is probably the best thing I've done.

http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk62/wilcofilm/bannertemplatesackboyjones1.jpg

Hope you like CC
2008-09-19 14:24:00

Author:
muttjones
Posts: 843


Cheers guys, making stuff look old and messy is all im good at in photoshop haha. Although, my Avatar turned out pretty clean.

Im loving everyone's banners so far, what are they going to be used for?! ooooohhh
2008-09-19 19:18:00

Author:
Unknown User


Um... LittleBigCreation...? >_> One of the banners posted here is up on there.2008-09-19 20:13:00

Author:
Unknown User


Um... LittleBigCreation...? >_> One of the banners posted here is up on there.

Just one?
I think I counted two or three... >_>
2008-09-19 20:18:00

Author:
ScytheOfGrim
Posts: 438


Meh, I haven't been on it in ages ;_;2008-09-19 20:25:00

Author:
Unknown User


Meh, I haven't been on it in ages ;_;

Went on it the first day for like 2mins and never since:o
2008-09-19 20:28:00

Author:
dorien
Posts: 2767


LittleBigCreation seems to me like it may pick up more near or after launch date. Although it's already very easy for us to share anything here, so we'll have to wait and see what happens. (Oh and yay, one of my banners is up there )2008-09-19 20:43:00

Author:
KAPBAM
Posts: 1348


Yeah, LittleBigCreation will be VERY useful at the release. At the moment we are still in the beta stage, fixing & adding sections. 2008-09-19 21:09:00

Author:
Unknown User


My entries:

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/285/medium/1_bc1.png

http://www.lbpcentral.com/forums/littlebiggallery/images/285/medium/1_bc2.png

View full size in the Gallery.
2008-09-24 22:47:00

Author:
StrikerBack
Posts: 103


Here's one. Good luck to all. :-p2008-09-25 00:48:00

Author:
1000101
Posts: 192


Any update on whats happening with these banners yet?2008-09-29 15:13:00

Author:
Unknown User


www.littlebigcreation.com2008-09-29 15:39:00

Author:
Unknown User


Aha, thanks creative.2008-09-29 16:03:00

Author:
Unknown User


No problemo.2008-09-29 16:28:00

Author:
Unknown User


Which program do you guys use to make this kind of stuf???

I realize that it is just copying some stuf from the internet and pasting it together but I wouldn't know how to do this so precise. When I try to do this I do it in paint but the edges turn out to be real sharp instead of smooth
2008-10-26 17:22:00

Author:
MatthijsNL
Posts: 164


Which program do you guys use to make this kind of stuf???

I realize that it is just copying some stuf from the internet and pasting it together but I wouldn't know how to do this so precise. When I try to do this I do it in paint but the edges turn out to be real sharp instead of smooth

If you've got the money (or the awesome skillz), get Photoshop.

If you don't, then use GIMP.
GIMP is a free photo editing program, so getting it off of a good Google search won't be hard at all.

Try it out.
2008-10-26 18:16:00

Author:
ScytheOfGrim
Posts: 438


This thread was for LittleBigCreation, which is no more. Locked.2008-10-26 18:31:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman
Posts: 3729


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