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DigitalPicasso Contest 8 Winners[edit]

DigitalPicasso Contest 7 Winners[edit]

DigitalPicasso Contest 8[edit]

Overview[edit]

123Greetings.com is glad to announce the launch of “DigitalPicasso ecard Design Contest 8“to search for greeting card designs that helps people express themselves in the best manner possible. Card categories for the contest Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over –

Pets (Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)

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http://www.123greetings.com/pets/love/valpet37.html
http://www.123greetings.com/pets/loss_of_pet/lpet42.html

Cute (Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)

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http://www.123greetings.com/cute_cards/hugs/sweetheart95.html
http://www.123greetings.com/cute_cards/smile/smile19.html

Flowers(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)

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http://www.123greetings.com/flowers/roses/flwrose61.html
http://www.123greetings.com/flowers/floral_wishes/flwish84.html

Holiday(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)
Hanukkah (27th November – 5th December)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/hanukkah/hanukkah_friends/friends27.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/hanukkah/happy/hanukkah2.html

St. Andrew’s Day( 30th November)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/st_andrews_day/standrews2.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/st_andrews_day/standrews7.html

Feast of the Immaculate Conception (8th December)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/feast_of_immaculate_conception/feastofimmaculate1.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/feast_of_immaculate_conception/feastofimmaculate8.html

A Christmas Carol Day (19th December)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/carol_day/carol32.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events//carol_day/carol22.html

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Winter (21st December – 19th March)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/winter/wishes/winter5.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/winter/romance/romance4.html

Kwanzaa (26th December – 1st January)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/kwanzaa/kwanzaa29.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/kwanzaa/kwanzaa8.html

Card type for the contest[edit]

Contest is open for following card types–

Postcard
Animated card
Flash card

Why should you participate?[edit]

US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K sends in Pets category.
US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K sends in Cute category.
US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K sends in Flowers category.
US$ 200 cash reward, for max. no. of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K sends in Holiday category.
Up to US$500 to be won.
Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base.
Unleash your talent and get recognition for your talent.
Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio.

Can I submit cards in more than one category?[edit]

Artists can submit card under whichever category they wish to
They can submit cards under multiple categories and win cash award for multiple categories
During the contest timeline, any new card upload under the specified contest categories , needs to be informed to Ashton Martin (ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com)

What is required?[edit]

All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com
All uploads needs to be passed by the QC team, to be part of the contest
Card specifications available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements
Limitations available here -http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines
Other details available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Eligibility criteria[edit]

•All artists (both new and existing), excluding Studio artists who have won a reward earlier

Artist should be above 18 years of age.
Artist MUST be the owner of the card and all relevant rights therein which includes all content, music and images.
The card must be suitable for the general mainstream audience i.e. no adult, erotic, violent and spiteful content will be allowed,
Artists can promote their creations through social media shares.
Artists have to publish maximum 10 cards under a sub-category. For Holidays with sub-categories, artists can publish maximum of 10 cards under a sub-category. For holidays with no sub-category, artists have to upload maximum 10 cards. In case, artists upload more than 10 cards under a sub-category then only the first 10 uploads will be considered.
Cards must be relevant, legible and must bear a relevant card message (on the cards submitted) for the category the card is submitted in and the category of the card should not be changed after uploading.
Unique images and texts to be used for each card category in the Contest.
Each card must have a customised thumb, icon and background.
Each card should have music in the ecard, relevant tags and an original title and description.
An e-card should have a sender-recipient message/ me-to-you message.
Card sends for considered till 2nd January.
Artists have been given the above examples to take inspiration from them. For reference, links to the cards have been provided below the image.
Violation of any copyright policy & submission of copyrighted content will be treated strictly. 123Greetings reserves the right to disqualify artists or forfeit their reward if they are found guilty of such an infringement.
All cards part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan or any other plan, at the time and after the contest

Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation

The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio.

How will the contest be judged?[edit]

Winner would be selected based on maximum # of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K sends under one of the above mentioned categories.
For each category there would be 1 winner.
Decision by 123Greetings would be final and binding on all artists. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.
Artists not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly cash reward at Studio, amongst other goodies.

Timelines[edit]

Categories	Contest Start Date	Submission End Date	Result Announcement
Pets	4th November 2013	2nd December , 2013	9th January,2014
Cute	4th November 2013	8th December , 2013	9th January,2014
Flowers	4th November 2013	15th December , 2013	9th January,2014

Category : HOLIDAYS

Categories	Contest Start Date	Submission End Date	Result Announcement
Hanukkah	4th November 2013	19th November 2013	9th January,2014
St. Andrew’s Day	4th November 2013	22nd November 2013	9th January,2014
Feast of the Immaculate Conception	4th November 2013	30th November 2013	9th January,2014
A Christmas Carol Day	4th November 2013	11th December 2013	9th January,2014
Winter	4th November 2013	14th December 2013	9th January,2014
Kwanzaa	4th November 2013	17th December 2013	9th January,2014

Some thoughts to help you before you get started:
http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started

To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:
Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio

Contest Contacts:[edit]

Ashton Martin
123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager
ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com
http://studio.123greetings.com

FAQ:[edit]

1. Can I promote my own cards?
Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed.

2. Is the cash award transferable?
Unfortunately, no! The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.

3. How will I receive my award?
We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount to you.

DigitalPicasso Contest 6 Bonus Winners[edit]

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DigitalPicasso Contest 6 Winners[edit]

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DigitalPicasso Contest 7[edit]

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Overview[edit]

123Greetings.com is glad to announce the launch of “DigitalPicasso ecard Design Contest 7“to search for greeting card designs that helps people express themselves in the best manner possible. Card categories for the contest Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over –

Wedding (Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)

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http://www.123greetings.com/wedding/wed/congrats/wedcong66.html
http://www.123greetings.com/invitations/wedding/wed33.html

Family (Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)

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http://www.123greetings.com/family/sisters/sis56.html
http://www.123greetings.com/family/love_you_dad/dad48.html

Holidays(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)
- Durga Puja (11th – 14th October)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/durga_puja/happy/happy20.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/durga_puja/shubho_bijoya/bijoya3.html

- Dussehra (14th October)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/dussehra/family/family8.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/dussehra/happy/happy34.html

- Canadian Thanksgiving( 14th October)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/canadian_thanksgiving/wishes/thanks40.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/canadian_thanksgiving/turkey_fun/turkey12.html

- Sweetest Day (19th October)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/sweetest_day/romance/romance19.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/sweetest_day/cards/sweet50.html

- Full Moon Day (19th October)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/full_moon_day/fullmoonday2.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/full_moon_day/fullmoonday4.html

- Say ‘Hey’ Day (25th October)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/say_hey_day/hey16.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/say_hey_day/hey8.html

- Candy Corn Day (30th October)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/candy_corn_day/corn9.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/candy_corn_day/eoct_candycornday_pcard4.html

- All Saints’ Day (1st November)

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http://www.123greetings.com/events/all_saints_day/saint8.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/all_saints_day/saint7.html

Card type for the contest[edit]

Contest is open for following card types–

Postcard
Animated card
Flash card

Why should you participate?[edit]

US$ 40 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Postcards /Animated types, in Wedding category.
US$ 80 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Flash cards, in Wedding category.
US$ 40 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Postcards /Animated types, in Family category.
US$ 80 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Flash cards, in Family category.
US$ 80 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Postcards /Animated types, in Holidays category
US$ 160 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Flash cards, in Holidays category.
Bonus of $20 to be won for the most sent card from U.S & Canada across all categories.
Up to US$500 to be won.
Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base.
Unleash your talent and get recognition for your talent.
Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio.

Can I submit cards in more than one category?[edit]

Artists can submit card under whichever category they wish to
They can submit cards under multiple categories and win cash award for multiple categories
During the contest timeline, any new card upload under the specified contest categories , needs to be informed to Ashton Martin (ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com)

What is required?[edit]

All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com
All uploads needs to be passed by the QC team, to be part of the contest
Card specifications available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements
Limitations available here -http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines
Other details available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Eligibility criteria[edit]

•All artists (both new and existing), excluding Studio artists who have won a reward earlier

Artist should be above 18 years of age.
Artist MUST be the owner of the card and all relevant rights therein which includes all content, music and images.
The card must be suitable for the general mainstream audience i.e. no adult, erotic, violent and spiteful content will be allowed,
Artists can promote their creations through social media shares.
Artists have to publish 12 cards under Wedding (1 under each sub-category excluding Thank you) & 11 cards under Family (1 under each sub-category excluding Thank you). For Holidays with sub-categories, artists have to publish 28 cards (1 under each sub-category). For holidays with no sub-category, artists have to upload 4 cards. (1 under each event with no sub-categories.)

Holidays	Number of Subcategories
Durga Puja	6
Dussehra	5
Canadian Thanksgiving	8
Sweetest Day	9
Full Moon Day	0
Say ‘Hey’ Day	0
Candy Corn Day	0
All Saints' Day	0

Cards must be relevant, legible and must bear a relevant card message (on the cards submitted) for the category the card is submitted in and the category of the card should not be changed after uploading.
Unique images and texts to be used for each card category in the Contest.
Each card must have a customised thumb, icon and background.
Each card should have music in the ecard, relevant tags and an original title and description.
An e-card should have a sender-recipient message/ me-to-you message.
Cards for events under the Holidays section have to be uploaded 10 days before the event. Cards uploaded post that will not be made live on the system. (For example –Durga Puja cards to be uploaded maximum by 30th September.)
Card sends for considered till 2nd November.
Artists have been given the above examples to take inspiration from them. For reference, links to the cards have been provided below the image.
Violation of any copyright policy & submission of copyrighted content will be treated strictly. 123Greetings reserves the right to disqualify artists or forfeit their reward if they are found guilty of such an infringement.
All cards part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan or any other plan, at the time and after the contest

Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation

The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio.

How will the contest be judged?[edit]

Winner would be selected based on maximum # of Global sends under one of the above mentioned categories.
For each category there would be 2 winners, one for Postcards/Animated cards and other for Flash cards/Interactive cards.
Decision by 123Greetings would be final and binding on all artists. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.
Artists not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly cash reward at Studio, amongst other goodies.

Timelines[edit]

Categories	Contest Start Date	Submission End Date	Result Announcement
Wedding	20th September 2013	18th October , 2013	11th November,2013
Family	20th September 2013	25th October , 2013	11th November,2013

Category : HOLIDAYS

Categories	Contest Start Date	Submission End Date	Result Announcement
Durga Puja	20th September 2013	30th September, 2013	11th November,2013
Dussehra	20th September 2013	30th September, 2013	11th November,2013
Canadian Thanksgiving	20th September 2013	30th September, 2013	11th November,2013
Sweetest Day	20th September 2013	5th October, 2013	11th November,2013
Full Moon Day	20th September 2013	5th October, 2013	11th November,2013
Say ‘Hey’ Day	20th September 2013	7th October, 2013	11th November,2013
Candy Corn Day	20th September 2013	17th October, 2013	11th November,2013
All Saints' Day	20th September 2013	17th October, 2013	11th November,2013

Some thoughts to help you before you get started:
http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started

To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:
Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio

Contest Contacts:[edit]

Ashton Martin
123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager
ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com
http://studio.123greetings.com

FAQ:[edit]

1. Can I promote my own cards?
Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed.

2. Is the cash award transferable?
Unfortunately, no! The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.

3. How will I receive my award?
We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount to you.

DigitalPicasso Contest 6 Winners For World Language Section[edit]

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DigitalPicasso Contest 6 Winners For Holiday Section[edit]

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DigitalPicasso Contest 6[edit]

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Overview[edit]

123Greetings.com is glad to announce the launch of “DigitalPicasso ecard Design Contest 6“to search for greeting card designs that helps people express themselves in the best manner possible. Card categories for the contest Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over –

Holidays–
- Labor Day– 2nd September
- Rosh Hashanah– 4th September
- Teacher’s Day – 5th September
- Teddy Bear Day – 9th September
- Chocolate Day – 23 rd September
- Kiss Day – 24th September
- Autumn – 22nd September – 20th December
Thank you
Love
World Languages -
- Spanish – Birthday , Love

Card type for the contest[edit]

Contest is open for following card types–

Postcard
Animated card
Flash card
Interactive card

Why should you participate?[edit]

US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Postcards /Animated types, in Holidays category
US$200 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Flash cards /Interactive cards, in Holidays category.
US$ 50 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Postcards /Animated types, in World Languages category
US$100 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Flash cards /Interactive cards, in World Languages category.
US$ 50 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Postcards /Animated types, in Thank you category
US$100 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Flash cards /Interactive cards, in Thank you category.
US$ 50 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Postcards /Animated types, in Love category
US$100 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Flash cards /Interactive cards, in Love category.
Bonus - $250 for an artist portfolio with maximum U.S + Canada sends during the whole tenure of the Contest till 25th September.
$50 for Top sent card from U.S + Canada in each category of the Contest
Up to US$1200 to be won.
Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base
Unleash your talent and get recognition for your talent.
Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio

Can I submit cards in more than one category?[edit]

Artists can submit card under whichever category they wish to
They can submit cards under multiple categories and win cash award for multiple categories
During the contest timeline, any new card upload under the specified contest categories , needs to be informed to Ashton Martin (ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com)

What is required?[edit]

All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com
All uploads needs to be passed by the QC team, to be part of the contest
Card specifications available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements
Limitations available here -http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines
Other details available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Eligibility criteria[edit]

• All artists (both new and existing), excluding Studio artists who have won a reward earlier

Artist should be above 18 years of age.
Artist MUST be the owner of the card and all relevant rights therein which includes all content, music and images.
The card must be suitable for the general mainstream audience i.e. no adult, erotic, violent and spiteful content will be allowed,
Artists can promote their creations through social media shares.
Artist must publish minimum 4 cards in each category, which include categories like Love, Thank you & World Languages and a maximum of 10 cards within each sub-category of the event to be eligible to be part of the contest.
Eligibility criteria for Holidays – Artist has to upload cards for minimum one event within Holidays & must publish minimum one card for each sub-category within the event (Example – Rosh Hashanah has 8 sub-categories so a minimum of 8 cards for that event need to be uploaded) to be eligible for the Contest and maximum 10 within each sub-category of the event. For holidays with no sub-category, artist has to upload a minimum of 8 cards (example – Chocolate day has no sub-categories so a minimum of 8 cards need to be uploaded).
Cards must be relevant, legible and must bear a relevant card message (on the cards submitted) for the category the card is submitted in and the category of the card should not be changed after uploading.
Unique images and texts to be used for each card category in the Contest.
An e-card should have a sender-recipient message/ me-to-you message.
All cards part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan or any other plan, at the time and after the contest

Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation

The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio.

How will the contest be judged?[edit]

Winner would be selected based on maximum # of cards published (made live) under one of the above mentioned categories.

For each category there would be 2 winners, one for Postcards/Animated cards and other for Flash cards/Interactive cards.
To qualify for the World Languages, Love & Thank you category, artist would need to submit at least 4 cards in each of the mentioned categories and a maximum of 10 cards within each sub-category.
To qualify for the Holidays category, Artist has to upload cards for minimum one event within Holidays & must publish minimum one card for each sub-category within the event (Example – Rosh Hashanah has 8 sub-categories so a minimum of 8 cards for that event need to be uploaded) to be eligible for the Contest and maximum 10 within each sub-category of the event. For holidays with no sub-category, artist has to upload a minimum of 8 cards (example – Chocolate day has no sub-categories so a minimum of 8 cards need to be uploaded).
Artist needs to get maximum sends from U.S + Canada for all their uploaded cards to win the $250 bonus.
Artist needs to get maximum sends from U.S + Canada for all their cards within a category to win the $50 bonus.
In case of a tie, # of global sends would be applicable for the winner’s choice
Decision by 123Greetings would be final and binding on all artists. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.
Artists not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly cash reward at Studio, amongst other goodies.

Timelines[edit]

Categories	Contest Start Date	Submission End Date	Result Announcement
Holidays	August 14, 2013	28th August 2013, 23:59hrs PST	6th September,2013 06:00hrs PST
World Languages	August 14, 2013	10th September , 23: 59hrs PST	19th September, 2013 06:00hrs PST
Thank You	August 14, 2013	18th September,2013, 23:59hrs PST	30th September,2013 06:00hrs PST
Love	August 14, 2013	25th September,2013 23:59hrs PST	30th September,2013 06:00hrs PST

Some thoughts to help you before you get started:
http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started

Examples:

Holidays:
- Labor Day -http://www.123greetings.com/events/labor_day/happy/happy77.html
- Rosh Hashanah -http://www.123greetings.com/events/rosh_hashanah/happy/rosh66.html
- Teachers Day - http://www.123greetings.com/events/teachers_day_india/teacher36.html
- Teddy Bear Day- http://www.123greetings.com/events/teddy_bear_day/teddy14.html
- Chocolate Day- http://www.123greetings.com/events/chocolate_day/can_i_tempt_you.html
- Kiss Day- http://www.123greetings.com/events/longest_kiss_day/kiss44.html
- Autumn- http://www.123greetings.com/events/fall/happy/happy60.html
World Languages:
- Birthday- www.123greetings.com/world_languages/russian/birthday/index.html
- Love- http://www.123greetings.com/world_languages/spanish/love/index.html
Love-http://www.123greetings.com/love/i_love_you/general/cuddliest_way_to_say_i_love_you.html
Thank You- http://www.123greetings.com/thank_you/birthday/you_touched_my_heart.html

To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:
Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio

Contest Contacts:[edit]

Ashton Martin
123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager
ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com
http://studio.123greetings.com

FAQ:[edit]

1. Can I promote my own cards?
Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed.

2. Is the cash award transferable?
Unfortunately, no! The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.

3. How will I receive my award?
We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount to you.

DigitalPicasso Contest 5 Winners[edit]

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DigitalPicasso Contest 4 Winners[edit]

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DigitalPicasso Contest 5[edit]

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Overview[edit]

123Greetings.com is glad to announce the launch of “DigitalPicasso ecard Design Contest 5“to search for greeting card designs that helps people express themselves in the best manner possible. Card categories for the contest Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over –

Everyday
Birthday
Friendship Day -4th August
Indian Festivals –
- Eid ul-Fitr – 8th August
- Indian Independence Day – 15th August
- Raksha Bandhan – 21st August
- Janmashtami – 28th August

Card type for the contest[edit]

Contest is open for following card types–

Postcard
Animated card
Flash card
Interactive card

Why should you participate?[edit]

US$ 50 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Postcards /Animated types, in any one of the mentioned categories
US$100 cash reward, for max. no. of cards published in Flash cards/Interactive cards, in any one of the mentioned categories.
Up to US$600 to be won.
Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base
Unleash your talent and get recognition for your talent.
Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio

Can I submit cards in more than one category?[edit]

Artists can submit card under whichever category they wish to
They can submit cards under multiple categories and win cash award for multiple categories
During the contest timeline, any new card upload under the specified contest categories , needs to be informed to Ashton Martin (ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com)

What is required?[edit]

All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com
All uploads needs to be passed by the QC team, to be part of the contest
Card specifications available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements
Limitations available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines
Other details available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Eligibility criteria[edit]

All artists (both new and existing), excluding Studio artists who have won a reward earlier
Artist should be above 18 years of age.
Artist MUST be the owner of the card and all relevant rights therein which includes all content, music and images.
The card must be suitable for the general mainstream audience i.e. no adult, erotic, violent and spiteful content will be allowed.
Artists can promote their creations through social media shares.
Artist must publish at least 4 cards within the particular category to be eligible to be part of the contest.
Cards must be relevant, legible and must bear a relevant card message (on the cards submitted) for the category the card is submitted in.
Unique images and texts to be used for each card category in the Contest.
An e-card should have a sender-recipient message/ me-to-you message.
All cards part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan or any other plan, at the time and after the contest
Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation
The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio.

How will the contest be judged?[edit]

Winner would be selected based on maximum # of cards published (made live) under one of the above mentioned categories.
For each category there would be 2 winners, one for Postcards/Animated cards and other for Flash cards/Interactive cards.
To qualify artist would need to submit at least 4 cards in the mentioned category

In case of a tie, # of global sends would be applicable for the winner’s choice

Decision by 123Greetings would be final and binding on all artists. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.
Artists not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly cash reward at Studio, amongst other goodies.

Timelines[edit]

Categories	Contest Start Date	Submission End Date	Result Announcement
Friendship Day	July 9, 2013	31st July 2013, 23:59hrs PST	5th August,2013 06:00hrs PST
Indian Festivals	July 9, 2013	31st July 2013, 23:59hrs PST	5th August,2013 06:00hrs PST
Everyday	July 9, 2013	31st July 2013, 23:59hrs PST	5th August,2013 06:00hrs PST
Birthday	July 9, 2013	31st July 2013, 23:59hrs PST	5th August,2013 06:00hrs PST

Some thoughts to help you before you get started:
http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started

Examples:

Friendship Day: http://www.123greetings.com/events/friendship_day/happy/friend70.html
Indian Festivals:
- Eid ul-Fitr: http://www.123greetings.com/events/eid_ul_fitr/family/family17.html
- Indian Independence Day: http://www.123greetings.com/events/indian_independence_day/india7.html
- Raksha Bandhan: http://www.123greetings.com/events/rakshabandhan/happy/happy36.html
- Janmashtami: http://www.123greetings.com/events/janmashtami/janam25.html
Everyday: http://www.123greetings.com/general/bon_voyage/bon20.html
Birthday: http://www.123greetings.com/birthday/happy_birthday/baggins_birthday_blues.html

To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:
Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio

Contest Contacts:[edit]

Ashton Martin
123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager
ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com
http://studio.123greetings.com

FAQ[edit]

1. Can I promote my own cards?
Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed.

2. Is the cash award transferable?
Unfortunately, no! The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.

3. How will I receive my award?
We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount to you.

DigitalPicasso Contest 3 Winners[edit]

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DigitalPicasso Contest 4[edit]

Overview[edit]

123Greetings.com is glad to announce the launch of “DigitalPicasso Design Contest 4” to search for greeting card designs that helps people express themselves in the best manner possible.

Contest theme[edit]

Celebrations

Card categories for the contest[edit]

Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over –

Fourth of July
Birthday
Wedding
Congrats

Card type for the contest[edit]

Contest is open for following card types–

Flash card
Video card

Why should you participate?[edit]

US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of card sends from US and Canada, in any one of the mentioned categories. Upto $400 to be won.
Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base
Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio

Can I submit cards in other categories?[edit]

Artists can submit card under whichever category they wish to
They can submit cards under multiple categories and win cash award for multiple categories
During the contest timeline, any new card upload under the specified contest categories , needs to be informed to Ashton Martin (ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com)

What is required?[edit]

All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com
All uploads needs to be passed by the QC team, to be part of the contest
Card specifications available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements
Limitations available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines
Other details available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Eligibility criteria[edit]

All artists (both new and existing), excluding Studio artists who have won a reward earlier or are in the Payment Plan
Artist should be above 18 years of age
Artist MUST be the owner of the card and all relevant rights therein which includes all content, music and images
The card must be suitable for the general mainstream audience i.e. no adult, erotic, violent and spiteful content will be allowed
Artists can promote their creatives through social media shares
To be eligible to win the contest the participant’s submitted cards need to achieve at least 500 card sends from US and Canada. Card sends till July 5, 2013, to be considered.
Cards must be relevant, legible and must bear a relevant card message (on the cards submitted) for the category the card is submitted in, and must be in-keeping with the theme of the contest.
All cards that are part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan or any other plan, at the time and after the contest. Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation
The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio

How will the contest be judged?[edit]

Winner would be selected based on maximum # of cards sent from US and Canada, under each of the above mentioned categories. The cumulative sends of all submitted contest cards under a category will be considered.
For each category there would be 1 winner.
To qualify, the artist’s submitted cards need to achieve at least 500 card sends from US and Canada. The cumulative sends of all submitted contest cards under a category will be considered.
Decision by 123Greetings would be final and binding on all artists. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.
Artists not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly cash reward at Studio, amongst other goodies.

Timelines[edit]

Categories	Contest Start Date	Submission End Date	Result Announcement
Fourth of July	June 7, 2013	June 27, 2013	July 10, 2013
Birthday	June 7, 2013	June 27, 2013	July 10, 2013
Wedding	June 7, 2013	June 27, 2013	July 10, 2013
Congrats	June 7, 2013	June 27, 2013	July 10, 2013

Some thoughts to help you before you get started:
http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started
Examples:
http://www.123greetings.com/events/fourth_of_july/wishes/happy76.html
http://www.123greetings.com/birthday/happy_birthday/birthday191.html
http://www.123greetings.com/congratulations/for_everyone/everyone28.html

To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:
Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio

Contest Contacts:[edit]

Ashton Martin
123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager
ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com
http://studio.123greetings.com

FAQ:[edit]

1. Can I promote my own cards?
Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed.

2. Is the cash award transferable?
Unfortunately, no! The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.

3. How will I receive my award?
We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount to you.

DigitalPicasso Contest 3[edit]

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Overview[edit]

123Greetings.com is glad to announce the launch of “DigitalPicasso ecard Design Contest 3“ to search for greeting card designs that helps people express themselves in the best manner possible.

Contest theme[edit]

Naughty / Witty cards
Does not include any sexual or racial contents

Card categories for the contest[edit]

Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over:

Father’s Day
Anniversary
Birthday > Fun
Cute Cards > Kiss
Everyday > Miss You
Everyday > Thinking of You
Friendship > Fun
Love > Dating & Flirting
Love > Kiss
At Work > Humor

Card type for the contest[edit]

Contest is open for following card types–

Flash card
Video card

Why should you participate?[edit]

US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of card sends from US and Canada, in any one of the mentioned categories. Upto $1000 to be won.
Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base
Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio

Can I submit cards in other categories?[edit]

Artists can submit card under whichever category they wish to
They can submit cards under multiple categories and win cash award for multiple categories
During the contest timeline, any new card upload under the specified contest categories, needs to be informed to Ashton Martin (ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com)

What is required?[edit]

All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com
All uploads needs to be passed by the QC team, to be part of the contest
Card specifications available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements
Limitations available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines
Other details available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Eligibility criteria[edit]

All artists (both new and existing), excluding Studio artists who have won a reward earlier
Artist should be above 18 years of age
Artist MUST be the owner of the card and all relevant rights therein which includes all content, music and images
The card must be suitable for the general mainstream audience i.e. no adult, erotic, violent and spiteful content will be allowed
Artists can promote their creatives through social media shares
To be eligible to win the contest the participant’s submitted cards need to achieve at least 500 card sends from US and Canada. Card sends till June 21, 2013, to be considered
Cards must be relevant, legible and must bear a relevant card message (on the cards submitted) for the category the card is submitted in
All cards that are part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan or any other plan, at the time and after the contest
- Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation
The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio

How will the contest be judged?[edit]

Winner would be selected based on maximum # of cards sent from US and Canada, under each of the above mentioned categories. The cumulative sends of all submitted contest cards under a category will be considered.
For each category there would be 1 winner.
To qualify, the artist’s submitted cards need to achieve at least 500 card sends from US and Canada. The cumulative sends of all submitted contest cards under a category will be considered.
Decision by 123Greetings would be final and binding on all artists. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.
Artists not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly cash reward at Studio, amongst other goodies.

Timelines[edit]

Categories	Contest Start Date	Submission End Date	Result Announcement
Father’s Day	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
Anniversary	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
Birthday > Fun	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
Cute Cards > Kiss	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
Everyday > Miss You	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
Everyday > Thinking of You	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
Friendship > Fun	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
Love > Dating & Flirting	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
Love > Kiss	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013
At Work > Humor	May 17, 2013	June 7, 2013	June 24, 2013

Some thoughts to help you before you get started:
http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started
Examples:
http://www.123greetings.com/birthday/birthday_fun/friends.html
http://www.123greetings.com/anniversary/wedding_anniversary/couple/anniversary_magic.html
http://www.123greetings.com/birthday/birthday_fun/funny258.html
http://www.123greetings.com/birthday/birthday_fun/funny198.html

To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:
Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio

Contest Contacts:[edit]

Ashton Martin
123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager
ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com
http://studio.123greetings.com

FAQ:[edit]

1. Can I promote my own cards?
Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed.

2. Is the cash award transferable?
Unfortunately, no! The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.

3. How will I receive my award?
We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount.

4. How will I know which of my ecards have qualified for the contest?
You will receive a mail from us, intimating you about the ecards that have qualified for the contest. In order to be eligible, your ecards must be in-keeping with the “Naughty/ Witty” theme. Cards that are not in-keeping with the theme will also be made live, if the other parameters are met. But they WILL NOT be considered as part of the contest.

DigitalPicasso Contest 2 Winners - Mother's Day / Love / Birthday[edit]

DigitalPicasso Contest 2 - Administrative Professionals Day® Winner[edit]

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DigitalPicasso Contest 2[edit]

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Overview

123Greetings.com is glad to announce the launch of "DigitalPicasso ecard Design Contest 2" to search for greeting card designs that helps people express themselves in the best manner possible.

Card categories for the contest

Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over:

Administrative Professionals Day®
Mother’s Day
Love
Birthday

Card type for the contest

Contest is open for following card types–

Postcard
Animated card
Flash card
Interactive card
Video card

Why should you participate?

US$50 cash reward, for maximum number of cards published in Postcards /Animated cards, in any one of the mentioned categories.
US$100 cash reward, for maximum number of cards published in Flash cards/Interactive cards/Video cards, in any one of the mentioned categories.
Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base.
Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio.

Can I submit cards in other categories?

Artists can submit card under whichever category they wish to.
They can submit cards under multiple categories and win cash award for multiple categories.
During the contest timeline, any new card upload under the specified contest categories, needs to be informed to Ashton Martin (ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com).

What is required?

All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com
All uploads needs to be passed by the QC team, to be part of the contest. Note that for Administrative Professionals Day®, please include the registration mark.
Card specifications available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements
Limitations available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines
Other details available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Eligibility criteria

All artists (both new and existing), excluding Studio artists who have won a reward earlier.
Artist should be above 18 years of age.
Artist MUST be the owner of the card and all relevant rights therein which includes all content, music and images.
The card must be suitable for the general mainstream audience i.e. no adult, erotic, violent and spiteful content will be allowed.
Artists can promote their creatives through social media shares.
Artist must publish at least 3 cards within the particular category to be eligible to be part of the contest.
Cards must be relevant, legible and must bear a relevant card message (on the cards submitted) for the category the card is submitted in.
All cards part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan or any other plan, at the time and after the contest.
Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation
The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio.

How will the contest be judged?

Winner would be selected based on maximum # of cards published (made live), under one of the above mentioned categories.
For each category there would be 2 winners, one for Postcards/Animated cards and other for Flash cards/Interactive cards/Video cards.
To qualify artist would need to submit at least 3 cards in the mentioned category.
In case of a tie, # of global sends would be applicable for the winner’s choice.
Decision by 123Greetings.com would be final and binding on all artists. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.
Artists not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly cash reward at Studio, amongst other goodies.

Timelines

Categories	Contest Start Date	Contest End Date	Result Announcement
Administrative Professionals Day®	April 11, 2013	April 20, 2013, 23:59hrs PST	April 27, 2013, 06:00hrs PST
Mother’s Day	April 11, 2013	May 05, 2013, 23:59hrs PST	May 14, 2013, 06:00hrs PST
Love	April 11, 2013	May 05, 2013, 23:59hrs PST	May 14, 2013, 06:00hrs PST
Happy Birthday	April 11, 2013	May 05, 2013, 23:59hrs PST	May 14, 2013, 06:00hrs PST

Some thoughts to help you before you get started:
http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started

Examples:
http://www.123greetings.com/events/administrative_professionals_day/wishes/wish37.html
http://www.123greetings.com/events/mothers_day/happy_mother/close_in_thought_1.html
http://www.123greetings.com/love/i_love_you/general/if_i_had_one_wish.html
http://www.123greetings.com/birthday/happy_birthday/baggins_birthday_blues.html

To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:

Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio

Contest Contacts:

Ashton Martin
123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager
ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com
http://studio.123greetings.com

FAQ:
1. Can I promote my own cards?
Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed.

2. Is the cash award transferable?
Unfortunately, no! The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.

3. How will I receive my award?
We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount to you.

Easter Design Contest Winner[edit]

St. Patrick’s Day Design Contest Winner[edit]

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123Greetings Studio Digital Picasso Design Contest[edit]

Overview

123Greetings.com is launching a design contest to search for greeting card designs that help humans express themselves in the best manner possible.

Why should you participate?

1. US $ 250 cash reward to the winner of each category

2. Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual user base

3. Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio

What is required

1. A greeting card design in the following categories that people would love to send the world over –

• St. Patrick’s Day

• Easter

2. All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com and approved to be eligible.

3. All file names need to be in the following format to be eligible:

       Digitalpicasso_<studio username>_<categoryname>_<design #>

4. You can submit multiple entries for each category

5. Specifications available here -

http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements

6. Limitations available here -

http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines

7. Other details available here -

http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page

Who can participate?

All designers, including existing Studio artists who have not yet won a reward.

All designs part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan.

Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation

The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio.

How will the contest be judged?

We believe in letting the people decide. All competing designs would be made live on http://www.123greetings.com. Designs with the most number of unique card sends globally would be the winner. You can track your progress on a real time basis via your profile at http://studio.123greetings.com. All sends up to the contest deadline would be eligible.

Decision by 123greetings would be final and binding on all designers. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.

Designers not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly rewards at Studio, amongst other goodies.

Timelines

Activity	Timeline
Contest Opens	February 18th 2013
Designs Uploaded & Approved for St. Patrick’s Day	March 1st 2013 23:59hrs PST
All approved designs published together for St. Patrick’s Day	March 2nd 2013 0100hrs PST
Designs Uploaded & Approved for Easter	March 15th 2013 23:59hrs PST
All approved designs published together for Easter	March 16th 2013 0100hrs PST
Unique sends for St. Patrick’s Day considered up to	March 18th 2013 23:59hrs PST
Results declared for St. Patrick’s Day on competition website	March 19th 06:00hrs PST
Unique sends for Easter considered up to	April 1st 2013 23:59hrs PST
Results declared for Easter on competition website	April 2nd 2013 06:00hrs PST

We will try to get approved or send revisions/ feedback within 24hours. Please plan your workflow accordingly. In case of any delays/ issues please email ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com for urgent attention.

Some thoughts to help you before you get started:

http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started

Examples:

http://www.123greetings.com/events/saint_patricks_day/

http://www.123greetings.com/events/saint_patricks_day_parade_new_york/

http://www.123greetings.com/events/easter/

To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:

Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio

Contest Contacts:

Ashton Martin

123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager

ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com

http://studio.123greetings.com

FAQ:

1. Can I promote my own cards?

Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect

spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed, however.

2. Do I own the copyrights to my work?

Absolutely, you own all rights to your work. You can remove your cards from the system anytime you want, should you so wish.

3. Is the cash award transferable?

Unfortunately, no. The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.

4. How will I receive my award?

We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount to you.

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+==DigitalPicasso Contest 8 Winners ==
+[[Image:DigitalPicassoDesignContest_08_winner.jpg|center|700px]]
+==DigitalPicasso Contest 7 Winners ==
+[[Image:DigitalPicasso_Design_Contest_07.jpg|center|700px]]
+==DigitalPicasso Contest 8==
+[[Image:Digital_Picasso_Design_Contest_08.jpg|center|700px]]
+===Overview===
+Greetings.com is glad to announce the launch of “DigitalPicasso ecard Design Contest 8“to search for greeting card designs that helps people express themselves in the best manner possible.
+Card categories for the contest
+Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over –
+*'''Pets''' ''(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)''
+<p>[[Image:Pets.jpg|800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/pets/love/valpet37.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/pets/loss_of_pet/lpet42.html </p>
+<br>
+*'''Cute''' ''(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)''
+<p>[[Image:Cute.jpg|800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/cute_cards/hugs/sweetheart95.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/cute_cards/smile/smile19.html</p>
+<br>
+*'''Flowers'''''(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)''
+<p>[[Image:Flowers.jpg |800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/flowers/roses/flwrose61.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/flowers/floral_wishes/flwish84.html	</p>
+<br>
+*'''Holiday'''''(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)''
+*'''Hanukkah''' ''(27th November – 5th December)''
+<p>[[Image:Hanukkah.jpg|800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/hanukkah/hanukkah_friends/friends27.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/hanukkah/happy/hanukkah2.html</p>
+<br>
+*'''St. Andrew’s Day'''''( 30th November)''
+<p>[[Image:Standrewsday.jpg|800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/st_andrews_day/standrews2.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/st_andrews_day/standrews7.html</p>
+<br>
+*'''Feast of the Immaculate Conception''' ''(8th December)''
+<p>[[Image:Feastoftheconception.jpg |800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/feast_of_immaculate_conception/feastofimmaculate1.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/feast_of_immaculate_conception/feastofimmaculate8.html</p>
+<br>
+*'''A Christmas Carol Day''' (19th December)
+<p>[[Image:Christmascarolday.jpg |800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/carol_day/carol32.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events//carol_day/carol22.html</p>
+br>
+*'''Winter ''' (''21st December – 19th March)''
+<p>[[Image:Winter.jpg|800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/winter/wishes/winter5.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/winter/romance/romance4.html</p>
+<br>
+*'''Kwanzaa''' ''(26th December – 1st January)''
+<p>[[Image:Kwanzaa.jpg|800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/kwanzaa/kwanzaa29.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/kwanzaa/kwanzaa8.html</p>
+===Card type for the contest===
+Contest is open for following card types–
+*Postcard
+*Animated card
+*Flash card
+===Why should you participate?===
+*US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K  sends in Pets category.
+*US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K  sends in Cute category.
+*US$ 100 cash reward, for max. no. of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K  sends in Flowers category.
+*US$ 200 cash reward, for max. no. of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K  sends in Holiday  category.
+*Up to US$500 to be won.
+*Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base.
+*Unleash your talent and get recognition for your talent.
+*Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio.
+===Can I submit cards in more than one category?===
+*Artists can submit card under whichever category they wish to
+*They can submit cards under multiple categories and win cash award for multiple categories
+*During the contest timeline, any new card upload under the specified contest categories , needs to be informed to Ashton Martin (ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com)
+===What is required?===
+*All designs need to be uploaded at http://studio.123greetings.com
+*All uploads needs to be passed by the QC team, to be part of the contest
+*Card specifications available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page#Card_Elements
+*Limitations available here -http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Etiquette_Guidelines
+*Other details available here - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Main_Page
+===Eligibility criteria===
+•All artists (both new and existing), excluding Studio artists who have won a reward earlier
+*Artist should be above 18 years of age.
+*Artist MUST be the owner of the card and all relevant rights therein which includes all content, music and images.
+*The card must be suitable for the general mainstream audience i.e. no adult, erotic, violent and spiteful content will be allowed,
+*Artists can promote their creations through social media shares.
+*Artists have to publish maximum 10 cards under a sub-category. For Holidays with sub-categories, artists can publish  maximum of 10 cards under a sub-category. For holidays with no sub-category, artists have to upload maximum 10 cards. In case, artists upload more than 10 cards under a sub-category then only the first 10 uploads will be considered.
+*Cards must be relevant, legible and must bear a relevant card message (on the cards submitted) for the category the card is submitted in and the category of the card should not be changed after uploading.
+*Unique images and texts to be used for each card category in the Contest.
+*Each card must have a customised thumb, icon and background.
+*Each card should have music in the ecard, relevant tags and an original title and description.
+*An e-card should have a sender-recipient message/ me-to-you message.
+*Card sends for considered till 2nd January.
+*Artists have been given the above examples to take inspiration from them. For reference, links to the cards have been provided below the image.
+*Violation of any copyright policy & submission of copyrighted content will be treated strictly. 123Greetings reserves the right to disqualify artists or forfeit their reward if they are found guilty of such an infringement.
+*All cards part of this contest will not be eligible for Studio Reward plan or any other plan, at the time and after the contest
+Reward Plan - http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Eligibility_Criteria_for_Participation
+*The designs might be eligible for any other future plan, which would be communicated by 123Greetings Studio.
+===How will the contest be judged?===
+* Winner would be selected based on maximum # of U.S, Canada, Australia & U.K sends under one of the above mentioned categories.
+*For each category there would be 1 winner.
+*Decision by 123Greetings would be final and binding on all artists. In case you would like to bring anything to our attention, please email us at ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com.
+*Artists not winning the contest need not get disappointed – their future designs stand a chance to win our monthly cash reward at Studio, amongst other goodies.
+===Timelines===
+{| class="wikitable" style="width:100%; border: 1px solid #000000; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; padding: 4px;" border="1" align="centre"
+|-
+! class="wikitablehd" |Categories
+! class="wikitablehd" |Contest Start Date
+! class="wikitablehd" |Submission End Date
+! class="wikitablehd" |Result Announcement
+|-
+| Pets
+| 4th November 2013
+| 2nd December , 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|-
+| Cute
+| 4th November 2013
+| 8th December , 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|-
+| Flowers
+| 4th November 2013
+| 15th December , 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|}
+Category : '''HOLIDAYS'''
+{| class="wikitable" style="width:100%; border: 1px solid #000000; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: left; padding: 4px;" border="1" align="centre"
+|-
+! class="wikitablehd" |Categories
+! class="wikitablehd" |Contest Start Date
+! class="wikitablehd" |Submission End Date
+! class="wikitablehd" |Result Announcement
+|-
+| Hanukkah
+| 4th November 2013
+| 19th November 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|-
+| St. Andrew’s Day
+| 4th November 2013
+| 22nd November 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|-
+| Feast of the Immaculate Conception
+| 4th November 2013
+| 30th November 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|-
+|-
+| A Christmas Carol Day
+| 4th November 2013
+| 11th December 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|-
+|-
+| Winter
+| 4th November 2013
+| 14th December 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|-
+|-
+| Kwanzaa
+| 4th November 2013
+| 17th December 2013
+| 9th January,2014
+|}
+'''Some thoughts to help you before you get started:'''
+<br>http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started
+'''To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:'''
+<br>Like and follow us on Studio Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/123GreetingsStudio
+===Contest Contacts:===
+'''Ashton Martin'''
+<br>123Greetings Studio Artist Community Manager
+<br>ashton.martin@123greetings-inc.com
+<br>http://studio.123greetings.com
+===FAQ:===
+'''1. Can I promote my own cards?'''
+<br>Yes, absolutely! You’re encouraged to promote your own creations amongst your networks. We have systems in place to detect spiders/ bots or other unscrupulous activities, which are not allowed.
+'''2. Is the cash award transferable?'''
+<br>Unfortunately, no! The awards are not transferable and would be issued on your name.
+'''3. How will I receive my award?'''
+<br>We will contact the winners to gather their identification and bank account details, and will dispatch a check with the award amount to you.
+==DigitalPicasso Contest 6 Bonus Winners ==
+[[Image:DigitalPicasso-Design-Contest-6-bonus-winner.jpg|center|700px]]
+==DigitalPicasso Contest 6 Winners ==
+[[Image:DigitalPicasso-Design-Conte.jpg|center|700px]]
 ==DigitalPicasso Contest 7==
 [[Image:Contest_07.jpg|center|700px]]
@@ Line 6: / Line 213: @@
 Card categories for the contest
 Greeting card designs in the following categories that people would love to send the world over –
-*Wedding (Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)
+*'''Wedding''' ''(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)''
-<br>
+<p>[[Image:Wedding_congrats.jpg|800px]]</p>
-<p>[[Image:Wedding_congrats.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/wedding/wed/congrats/wedcong66.html<br>
-<p>[[Image:Wedding_invitations.JPG|400px]]</p>
+http://www.123greetings.com/invitations/wedding/wed33.html </p>
-<p><br>http://www.123greetings.com/wedding/wed/congrats/wedcong66.html </p>
-<p><br>http://www.123greetings.com/invitations/wedding/wed33.html </p>
 <br>
-*Family (Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)
+*'''Family''' ''(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)''
+<p>[[Image:Family_foryourdad.jpg|800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/family/sisters/sis56.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/family/love_you_dad/dad48.html</p>
 <br>
-<p>
+*'''Holidays'''''(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)''
-[[Image:family_foryourdad.JPG|400px]]</p>
+**'''Durga Puja''' ''(11th – 14th October)''
-<p>[[Image:family_sister.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>[[Image:Durgapuja_happydurgapuja.jpg |800px]]</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/family/sisters/sis56.html</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/durga_puja/happy/happy20.html<br>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/family/love_you_dad/dad48.html</p>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/durga_puja/shubho_bijoya/bijoya3.html</p>
 <br>
-*Holidays(Sample Cards for Reference/ Inspiration)–
+**'''Dussehra''' ''(14th October)''
+<p>[[Image:Dussehra.jpg|800px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/dussehra/family/family8.html<br>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/dussehra/happy/happy34.html</p>
 <br>
-**Durga Puja (11th – 14th October)
+**'''Canadian Thanksgiving'''''( 14th October)''
-<p>[[Image:durgapuja_happydurgapuja.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>[[Image:Canadianthanksgiving_happythanksgiving.jpg|800px]]</p>
-<p>[[Image:durgapuja_shubhobijoya.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/canadian_thanksgiving/wishes/thanks40.html<br>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/durga_puja/happy/happy20.html</p>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/canadian_thanksgiving/turkey_fun/turkey12.html</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/durga_puja/shubho_bijoya/bijoya3.html</p>
 <br>
-**Dussehra (14th October)
+**'''Sweetest Day''' ''(19th October)''
-<p>[[Image:dussehra_1.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>[[Image:Sweetestday_copy.jpg |800px]]</p>
-<p>[[Image:dussehra_2.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/sweetest_day/romance/romance19.html<br>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/dussehra/family/family8.html</p>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/sweetest_day/cards/sweet50.html</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/dussehra/happy/happy34.html</p>
 <br>
-**Canadian Thanksgiving( 14th October)
+**'''Full Moon Day''' (19th October)
-<p>[[Image:canadianthanksgiving_happythanksgiving.JPG|400px]]</p> <p>[[Image:canadianthanksgiving_turkey.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>[[Image:Fullmoonday.jpg |800px]]</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/canadian_thanksgiving/wishes/thanks40.html</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/full_moon_day/fullmoonday2.html<br>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/canadian_thanksgiving/turkey_fun/turkey12.html</p>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/full_moon_day/fullmoonday4.html</p>
 <br>
-**Sweetest Day (19th October)
+**'''Say ‘Hey’ Day''' (''25th October)''
-<p>[[Image:sweetestday1.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>[[Image:Sayheyday.jpg|800px]]</p>
-<p>[[Image:sweetestday_2.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/say_hey_day/hey16.html<br>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/sweetest_day/romance/romance19.html</p>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/say_hey_day/hey8.html</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/sweetest_day/cards/sweet50.html</p>
 <br>
-**Full Moon Day (19th October)
+**'''Candy Corn Day''' ''(30th October)''
-<p>[[Image:fullmoonday_1.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>[[Image:Candycornday.jpg|800px]]</p>
-<p>[[Image:fullmoonday_2.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/candy_corn_day/corn9.html<br>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/full_moon_day/fullmoonday2.html</p>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/candy_corn_day/eoct_candycornday_pcard4.html</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/full_moon_day/fullmoonday4.html</p>
 <br>
-**Say ‘Hey’ Day (25th October)
+**'''All Saints’ Day''' ''(1st November)''
-<p>[[Image:sayheyday_1.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>[[Image:Allsaintsday.jpg|800px]]</p>
-<p>[[Image:sayheyday_2.JPG|400px]]</p>
+<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/all_saints_day/saint8.html<br>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/say_hey_day/hey16.html</p>
+http://www.123greetings.com/events/all_saints_day/saint7.html</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/say_hey_day/hey8.html</p>
-<br>
-**Candy Corn Day (30th October)
-<p>[[Image:candycornday_2.JPG|400px]]</p>
-<p>[[Image:candycornday_!.JPG|400px]]</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/candy_corn_day/corn9.html</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/candy_corn_day/eoct_candycornday_pcard4.html</p>
-<br.
-**All Saints’ Day (1st November)
-<p>[[Image:allsaintsday_1.JPG|400px]]</p>
-<p>[[Image:allsaintsday_2.JPG|400px]]</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/all_saints_day/saint8.html</p>
-<p>http://www.123greetings.com/events/all_saints_day/saint7.html</p>
 ===Card type for the contest===
@@ Line 77: / Line 271: @@
 ===Why should you participate?===
-*US$ 40 cash reward, f*r max. n*. *f Gl*bal sends in P*stcards /Animated types, in Wedding categ*ry.
+*US$ 40 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Postcards /Animated types, in Wedding category.
-*US$ 80 cash reward, f*r max. n*. *f Gl*bal sends in Flash cards, in Wedding categ*ry.
+*US$ 80 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Flash cards, in Wedding category.
-*US$ 40 cash reward, f*r max. n*. *f Gl*bal sends in P*stcards /Animated types, in Family categ*ry.
+*US$ 40 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Postcards /Animated types, in Family category.
-*US$ 80 cash reward, f*r max. n*. *f Gl*bal sends in Flash cards, in Family  categ*ry.
+*US$ 80 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Flash cards, in Family  category.
-*US$ 80 cash reward, f*r max. n*. *f Gl*bal sends in P*stcards /Animated types, in H*lidays categ*ry
+*US$ 80 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Postcards /Animated types, in Holidays category
-*US$ 160 cash reward, f*r max. n*. *f Gl*bal sends in Flash cards, in H*lidays categ*ry.
+*US$ 160 cash reward, for max. no. of Global sends in Flash cards, in Holidays category.
-*B*nus *f $20 t* be w*n f*r the m*st sent card fr*m U.S & Canada acr*ss all categ*ries.
+*Bonus of $20 to be won for the most sent card from U.S & Canada across all categories.
-*Up t* US$500 t* be w*n.
+*Up to US$500 to be won.
-*Exp*sure t* 123Greetings.c*m’s 95 milli*n annual visit*r base.
+*Exposure to 123Greetings.com’s 95 million annual visitor base.
-*Unleash y*ur talent and get rec*gniti*n f*r y*ur talent.
+*Unleash your talent and get recognition for your talent.
-*Eligible t* be part *f any future plans, as ann*unced by 123Greetings Studi*.
+*Eligible to be part of any future plans, as announced by 123Greetings Studio.
 ===Can I submit cards in more than one category?===
@@ Line 237: / Line 431: @@
 '''Some thoughts to help you before you get started:'''
 <br>http://studio.123greetings.com/wiki/index.php/Before_You_Get_Started
-<br>'''Examples:'''
-*'''Holidays:'''
-**'''Labor Day -'''http://www.123greetings.com/events/labor_day/happy/happy77.html
-**'''Rosh Hashanah -'''http://www.123greetings.com/events/rosh_hashanah/happy/rosh66.html
-**'''Teachers Day -''' http://www.123greetings.com/events/teachers_day_india/teacher36.html
-**'''Teddy Bear Day-''' http://www.123greetings.com/events/teddy_bear_day/teddy14.html
-**'''Chocolate Day-''' http://www.123greetings.com/events/chocolate_day/can_i_tempt_you.html
-**'''Kiss Day-''' http://www.123greetings.com/events/longest_kiss_day/kiss44.html
-**'''Autumn-''' http://www.123greetings.com/events/fall/happy/happy60.html
-*'''World Languages:'''
-**'''Birthday-''' www.123greetings.com/world_languages/russian/birthday/index.html
-**'''Love-''' http://www.123greetings.com/world_languages/spanish/love/index.html
-*'''Love-'''http://www.123greetings.com/love/i_love_you/general/cuddliest_way_to_say_i_love_you.html
-*'''Thank You-''' http://www.123greetings.com/thank_you/birthday/you_touched_my_heart.html
 '''To help you stay in touch with what’s going on:'''