[REVIEW] CHALLENGE OF JANUARY (1)

2026-01-29. AM 01:57
[Review] Challenge of January (1)
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‘Sun’, the force that shapes Earth’s climate and environment, was the theme of the first challenge in January.

First, we will introduce the winners of this challenge through a video.


* If you can’t see the video, please check the link below.

Go to the epilogue of the 1st challenge of January


Through this challenge, we were able to enjoy artworks that captured the sun.

We could also see the beautiful surroundings shaped by the sun as it rose and set.

From everyday moments to imagination, it was a delightful time to experience the changing moods and emotions of the sun through different perspectives.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the challenge with great artworks.

Then, shall we meet the winners of the challenge?





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Sun beam~ / @Jimpayji

The sun outside the window pours long rays of light into the room.

Seeing the empty chair and the teacup still holding warmth, it feels as though the owner has stepped out for a short walk under the gentle sunlight.

Thank you, @Jimpayji, for this warm scene.



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(Untitled) / @nur

The sun tilts toward the horizon, painting the rolling waves and the coast in golden light.

As the waves rush in, the footprints on the sand seem destined to disappear, leaving only the beautiful sunset created by the sun.

Thank you, @nur, for this glowing piece.



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We saw the same sun. / @ROSARINI

A woman gazes at an airplane flying between clouds above the sun through a glass window.

Though the beautiful sun that colors the world may be far away, it seems to remind us that we all stand beneath the same sky.

Thank you, @ROSARINI, for this thoughtful work.



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(Untitled) / @sunny_

The setting sun reveals itself between the clouds, releasing its final warmth over a field of reeds.

The gray clouds gradually gathering nearby seem to signal that white winter will soon arrive here.

Thank you, @sunny_, for this quiet scene.



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Sun Hope / @Dr.Gazi

The sun bathes scattered clouds and open fields in bright, golden light.

With arms outstretched, the woman appears to have found hope within the landscape shaped by the sun.

Thank you, @Dr.Gazi, for this hopeful piece.



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(Untitled) / @gus

Mysterious figures in spacesuits gaze at the blazing sun.

Seeing one of them scratching their head, it seems the sun may not be the place they were meant to reach.

Thank you, @gus, for this striking work.



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Before the Sun Goes to Sleep / @meravs

The sun falls asleep beyond mountains lined up like folding screens, softly coloring everything around it with gentle light.

Standing on a cliff overlooking the river, a family makes one wonder what kind of conversation they share within the scenery shaped by the sun.

Thank you, @meravs, for this tender scene.



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(Untitled) / @Marina

The sun above pours light onto the cold snow, transforming the mountain landscape.

The leopard on the ridge appears to be leisurely basking in the sunlight where the light chooses to rest.

Thank you, @Marina, for this serene piece.



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Practicing the ocean / @Nokhong

The sun hanging over the horizon beautifully colors the sea and the sky.

It almost feels as if the artist is practicing how to fill in colors along the texture of the water to create such a beautiful scene.

Thank you, @Nokhong, for this delicate scene.



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~Sun Flow~ / @Lala

Inside an hourglass, sand flows along a river crossing a forest and continues down into the desert below.

The two suns in the sky seem to tell the story of the sun’s flow, illuminating different places over time.

Thank you, @Lala, for this symbolic work.





These are the 10 winners.

Congratulations!


@Jimpayji
@nur
@ROSARINI
@sunny_
@Dr.Gazi
@gus
@meravs
@Marina
@Nokhong
@Lala

Thank you to everyone who participated in this challenge.

Please send your encouragement and congrats to these 10 people in the comments.

The 2nd challenge of January, ‘Let’s draw Room’ is on going.

We hope for your participation.

Thank you.









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