“DIY” Halloween Competition

WIN! WIN! WIN!

Limited Edition “Halloween” Vannen Watch by Dirty Donny

A Very Frighteningly Artistic “DIY” Halloween Competition

Can you create art to die for?! The spooookiest season has arrived so now’s your chance to put your own spin on it (no pun intended). Don your witch or wizard hats and prepare to whip up some DIY magic!

The Challenge…

Create your own interpretation of Damien Hirst’s latest series of inspiring deadly art – “spin” painted skulls as featured in our Damien Hirst for Halloween post.

The (Very Awesome) Prize…

Whoever’s tricks give us the most treat will WIN! this Limited Edition “Halloween Exclusive” Vannen Watch by Dirty Donny. Limited edition of 150 world wide. The “Halloween Exclusive” comes blind packed in a limited edition Trick or Treat bag stuffed full of goodies. You may even be lucky enough to win a much coveted “Toxic Chase” (yellow) version of the “Halloween Exclusive”. The “Toxic Chase” is super rare, limited to only 50 watches world wide and is strictly a surprise colour variant to the black “Halloween Exclusive”. If you end up with the yellow watch, we guess that means you’ve got good luck, skipped all the tricks and bagged yourself a double treat. Congratulations!

The Neon Hive will post the winning entry, right here, on our website… maybe even more, if they are killer!

The Deadline…

All entrants have EXACTLY one week to produce their paint-possessed specimens. Well, it is a DIY challenge so you gotta make it yourself, and preferably over the weekend as we all know if left too long, it’ll never get done! Don’t procrastinate, channel Jackson Pollock’s spirits, cast a spell with colors and, most importantly, keep it creative… after all, it’s what you do best. Remember, this is YOUR “interpretation” of a spin painted skull and you do not need to be a professional designer, illustrator or artist to get down and dirty with this challenge.

Those who shall decide your fates… The Judges.

David Stowe, Founder of Vannen Watches
When Hollywood-based professional designer David Stowe sought to create something both artist-friendly and supported, he had to look no further than his own wrist. Vannen Watches are unique pieces of art that are both functional and wearable, all whilst supporting a new movement in artistic achievement. David works with some of the most forward thinking artists so he’ll be able to spot talent in its rawest form.

Jessica Pizzo, Cupcaketologist and DIY Extraordinaire
When not multi-tasking the 9-5 or whipping up bespoke mini cake confections, our beautiful Philadelphia-based cupcaketologist is on a never-ending idea excursion… you have her to thank for this competition! Our inspiration-seeking Columbus, when looking for one thing, inevitably always discovers something else; a veritable pot of creative gold on the other end of the rainbow. With a penchant for anthropology, she’ll be on the look out for the super creative expressionists amongst you.

And yours truly…

Molly M, Creative Director & Founder of The Neon Hive creative agency
Nicknamed “Hawk Eye” for a very good reason… she’ll be on the look out for attention to detail and any kooky little design quirks. Molly dreams of living in La La Land but, be warned, she thinks laziness sucks. Failing that, she’s a sucker for laughter… so make her giggle and you’ll be noticed for shizzle.

Dare to enter? Follow the guidelines… or BEWARE!

TECH SPEC: Min. 550 x 550 pixels / Min. resolution 72dpi

EMAIL YOUR ENTRY TO: trickortreat@theneonhive.com

Please be sure to include your name, email address* and the name of your spooktacular masterpiece. If you would like to send any other information regarding your creation, please feel free.

CLOSING DATE: No later than midnight October 31, 2009.

WINNER: The winner will be announced on November 3, 2009.

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OTHER INFO: This is not an opportunity to solicit any x-rated wares. Spam will be trashed.

* Email address is required only so that we can contact you if you are the winner. Email addresses will not be posted on the website nor will they be given to any third parties who may try to sell you a three-legged llama with one eye.

Competition Promoter: The Neon Hive Ltd. (UK) click here for full terms of the promotion.