Attention all Artwork Contest 2023 participants! It is time to announce the winners and honorable mentions of the Figurative Composition Category sponsored by Huion.
The number of submissions for the Figurative Composition is right between the Portrait and Landscape categories. We were pleased to see such an interest, but more importantly the quality of entries. That is the reason this category has the most honorable mentions listed. Awarded artworks were created by artists from the U.S.A., the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Ukraine. Congratulations!
1st Prize: Loyal Friends by Lergert
A young fisherman with his best friend is a winning painting in our eyes. Beautiful colors, a relaxed style, and a natural hint of movement create a calm and very positive atmosphere. Congratulations and thanks to the author for this feeling!
2nd Prize: Ma Knows by Philipp Neundorf
Second place goes to this mysterious rider with a special helper. The unique range of colors, brilliant drawings, and interesting work with light caught our attention. We wish the author many creative ideas on his journey.
3rd Prize: Departure by Hunter Hewitt
A couple with a child, who comes to us from the future, is interesting by capturing the shapes, volumes, and light on the clothes of the characters. The fabric on the water surface is very convincing. We believe that their story will end happily because it is beautifully painted.
Honorable Mentions
White Hart Slumber by David Fitzgerald 
A dreamy face that snuggles up to a noble animal has a special atmosphere for us. The painting with its beautiful diagonal composition and muted colors radiates calmness. Delightful painterly style and fine details have our admiration.
Nilou by Ivan Seelnon
A gentle girl surrounded by beautiful colorful flowers is painted in a relaxed way, full of painterly freshness. The rich range of colors and the indicated movement caught our attention so much that they also deserve special recognition.
Before the Battle by Daniele Fabbri 
In this figural composition, we were interested in the original composition, the play of lights and translucencies, and the suggested story. What to take to the battle? This painting asks different questions and that is what is interesting about it.
The Great Fish Flood by Lee Ruuixe 
A scene full of fantasy and playfulness caught our attention with the unusual combination of motifs. The waves rolling from the picture and the cheerful girl create an interesting contrast. Nice artwork!
From Ashes by Stefano Pistonatto 
The fiery bird protecting a beautiful girl with its wings is painted in brilliant colors in complementary contrasts. We were impressed by their dynamic curves and the overall composition of the image. The whirling movement also spreads outside the image. We thank you!
The Little Things by Nick Harris 
The arbiter of this duel is a masterly drawn character of the story. Soft colors and an anatomical shortcut in depicting the movement of the characters are what caught our attention. Drawing skills and work with light deserves to be appreciated!
Nymph by Anna Szymborska 
A glowing, magical nymph, surrounded by a dark environment, has the effect of graceful curves and convincing drawings. The contrasting, almost graphic expression of this painting distinguishes it from others. Thanks for the experience!
Huge thanks to all who put time and effort to prepare a Figurative Composition for our contest. This category was packed with great submissions and our jury had a difficult time choosing this final list. If you like these works, make sure to like them and leave a comment of appreciation for the artists in our Community Gallery. Stay tuned for the results of one more category, the Abstract Composition.
Keep it creative,
Escape Motions Team