| The Original Pinhead | Gary Tunnicliffe's Redesign |
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Winner
The winning design, displayed above, is by Ivan Matkovsky, and was chosen by Paul Kane, one of the editors of the new "Hellbound Hearts" Hellraising anthology. Kane explains his choice:
"First of all, this was not an easy thing to judge. The quality of all the entries was amazing and everyone should be proud of their efforts. It's also not easy because, as Gary J. Tunnicliffe has said himself, the original design of Pinhead is as close to perfect as you can possibly get. It's hard to imagine another design once you've seen that one... Having said that, I went for Ivan Matkovsky's because I just felt it was more in keeping with the 'traditional' idea of a Cenonite, keeping the nails in rows - albeit down the sides of the head. There's also something quite filmic about the design artwork itself; you could actually believe these were test designs for a possible Hellraiser remake. But I honestly did really like them all and each had their own strengths. Some great imaginative designs all round, so congratulations to everyone who took part."
Description
As you may, or may not, be aware the internet was taken by storm when Hellraiser FX master, Gary J. Tunnicliffe unleashed Project: Angel. These images portrayed a very different, very modern and, arguably, very controversial redesign of Hellraiser icon, Pinhead. This was not an official design but a picth done by Gary, to show his willingness to adjust to the needs of a modern audience and present a new take on the character. The remake is coming, and with it, a new Pinhead. Now it's time for the fans take on the character.
The challenge is simply. Design, draw, carve or sketch your own new version of Pinhead. 3D computer render, a clay sculpt, a mask or simply a drawing, anything is acceptable. Be as traditional or as wild as you like.
T&C: The entries will be judged by a judge appointed by Scarecrow. Judges' decision is final. The contest will run until 17 May 2009. The Hellbound Web owner reserves the right to make changes to site content at any time. Entry into this competition constitutes agreement for The Hellbound Website owner to use your winning artwork freely and in perpetuity.
Prize
You can win your choice of prizes from a whole selection available, including rare comics and autographed items. This contest is worth a respectable 3 points. What this means is that if you win, you can choose one 2 point prize and a 1 point prize, or four 1 point prizes, or one 3 point prize... it's all up to you! Prizes are listed here.
Sending Submissions
Submissions should be sent to Scarecrow@cenobite.com along with a text file detailing your name, address (for potential prizes) and your email address. Emails should contain the subject heading "THW Contest".
Deadline
Contest Closed - Winner Announced Soon.
Submissions
| Example | Steelgohst | stainless | Jim | Cathyerina | Tomasz Kordel |
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