Good morning! A new week is here, and it's time to reveal last week's winners 🏆

This time, we have four winners with a low and even score! Check out who made it 👇

The winners

🥇 1st place:

• @reyghart04 - EL Pequeño amoroso ❤️/ The little loving one ❤️ (ESP/ ENG) - 4 pts - prize: 20% of the post's earnings + 300 Ecency Points

“The Little Loving One” is a charming and heartfelt drawing that radiates warmth, resilience, and playful optimism, made even more meaningful by the artist’s return after illness. The stylized character—with oversized sunglasses, textured beard, and a flower held like a symbol of peace—balances innocence and confidence, embodying the idea of love that persists despite initial rejection. The pencil work is expressive and clean, with thoughtful shading that gives personality without overcomplicating the composition, while the cartoon-like proportions make the character instantly memorable and suitable for a comic universe. Beyond its technical simplicity, the artwork succeeds emotionally: it celebrates kindness, inner strength, and joy, reminding us that art doesn’t always need darkness to be profound—sometimes a small, loving figure with a flower can heal hearts just as powerfully.

🥈 2nd places:

@blingit DAILY PAINTING BLOG - A quiet study of a garden - 1 hour study - 3 pts - prize: 10% of the post's earnings + 100 Ecency Points

This quiet, atmospheric painting captures a sense of stillness and gentle persistence, made more powerful by the context in which it was created. The tunnel of greenery and softly receding steps draw the viewer inward, creating a calm, almost meditative passage that contrasts beautifully with the artist’s described struggle during the process. The layered greens feel organic and alive, with optical blacks and palette greys adding depth without heaviness, while the muted cerulean sky peeks through just enough to let the scene breathe. Even if the painting took longer than intended, that slowness seems embedded in the work itself, giving it a reflective, unhurried mood that speaks to patience, resilience, and the quiet therapy of returning to the brush despite physical challenges.

@de-maria Painting on Fabrics (acrylic on Fabric). - 3 pts - prize: 10% of the post's earnings + 100 Ecency Points

This painting on Dansiki fabric is a striking celebration of individuality, texture, and artistic freedom, where bold color choices and expressive brushwork transform the surface into something vibrant and alive. The powerful profile, crowned with an explosion of multicolored afro textures, creates a strong visual rhythm that blends cultural identity with contemporary expression, while the warm yellow background allows the subject to stand out with confidence and grace. The artist’s decision to move beyond strict reference and introduce personal interpretation adds energy and authenticity to the work, proving that creativity thrives when rules are gently bent. Despite the challenges of time and an unfamiliar medium, the painting feels resolved and intentional, turning what could have been a technical exercise into a joyful, expressive statement.

@idyharrison Realistic Portrait Drawing Of A Smiling Face). - 3 pts - prize: 10% of the post's earnings + 100 Ecency Points

This portrait is a stunning example of realistic artistry, effectively utilizing the combination of General's charcoal and 8B graphite to create impressive depth and contrast. You have definitely succeeded in your goal of capturing the subject's likeness; the expression is warm and authentic, with the smile appearing genuinely joyful. The technical execution is flawless, particularly in the rendering of the glasses with their subtle reflections and the expert texturing of the skin and facial hair. The smooth finish on the Alabaster paper enhances the photographic quality of the piece, making it a truly professional and captivating delivery.

Congratulations to the winners! 🎉

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