In conjunction with r/Gundam and r/Gunpla we’re pleased to announce our first ever Gunpla competition, Gunpla Posers!
For our first (hopefully not last) Gunpla competition we wanted to do something a bit different than a lot of the other ones out there. Gunpla Posers is not looking for the best paint job, the best photo, or the best custom work. Instead we’re looking for the best pose.
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This contest isn’t about pushing the limits of modeling and design but having fun and getting the most out of your gunpla. The kit you submit with doesn’t have to be fully detailed, covered in custom paint, or stand upon a photo realistic representation of Jaburo. It just needs to stand in a way that stands out. Yes, I know my wording needs some work. Judging will be based on how the kit and it’s stance comes across. There are four categories you can enter, each with a bit of unique judging criteria. The intent is to make this contest fun and easy to enter for all ages and skill sets. So dust off your models and start snapping. Besure to read all the rules and entry guidelines listed below. Prizes!Besides a bit of bragging rights we will be giving out a few gifts. Winners will receive a copy of the upcoming re-release of Yoshiyuki Tomino’s Mobile Suit Gundam: Awakening, Escalation, Confrontation. These three books, mostly written after the conclusion of the original series, provide a different take on the start of the the Gundam franchise. As with all Tomino works it remains hotly debated to this day.
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Entry Categories
There are three categories into which you could submit a photo…
- Dynamic Pose – Is your kit charging fearlessly through the Gates of Hell? Is it cowering before a superior enemy? Is it gloating over a fresh kill? This is the all encompassing category that looks to answer the simple question; who can craft the best pose. Judging for this category will be based on the dynamics of a single kit in your entry.
- Comedic Pose – This category is for the goofball in all of us. Come up with something that’ll make us chuckle. What makes things a bit tricky is that the concept still needs to be expressed in a single shot. In other words, no panel comics. Judging for this category will be based on the overall hilarity of your entry.
- Accurate Pose – Perhaps the most challenging category of the three, can you duplicate a pose from the series or manga? Not only does one need to show creativity but accuracy in matching their kit to a specific scene. In addition it’s preferred that you include a snapshot of the pose you’re duplicating. Judging for this category will be based on how much your entry matches up with a scene.
- Group Pose – Gundam pile?! Judging will be based on the over all creativity regarding how your kits are posed together.
While photo quality won’t be a deciding factor in picking a winner it’s much appreciated and clarity can definitely have a favorable impact. Check out our photography tips to help get the most out of your shots.
