[REVIEW] CHALLENGE OF JANUARY (2)

2026-02-12. AM 02:08
[Review] Challenge of January (2)
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A ‘Room’, a space defined by human activity and purpose, was the theme of January’s second challenge.

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 2nd challenge of January


Through this challenge, we were able to appreciate artworks that captured rooms.

We could see rooms with various purposes, such as living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.

From artworks that reflected personal tastes to imagined rooms, it was an enjoyable time to discover new inspiration.

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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night room / @Maksim

Beneath the moon emerging through the clouds, countless buildings color the surroundings with their own lights.

The window capturing the city nightscape seems to become a beautiful lamp for a bedroom where night has settled in.

Thank you, @Maksim, for this quiet scene.



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The Old Dream Weaver / @nuni

An old woman sitting on a chair weaves shining threads to create a bright full moon.

Seeing the night that has arrived at the window where a black cat sits, she seems to be weaving dreams.

Thank you, @nuni, for this dreamlike piece.



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(Untitled) / @vlad

Bright light pours into the room through slightly opened curtains.

Looking at the bottle and glass on the table, it seems they are preparing to enjoy tea in a sunlit room.

Thank you, @vlad, for this minimal work.



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colorful room / @Catsoul

From blue walls to pink and yellow objects, the room is decorated with a variety of colors.

Seeing the pets scattered around, the cat’s eyes on the wall seem to reflect a desire to always watch over them.

Thank you, @Catsoul, for this playful scene.



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Troll's Supper / @HTH

In a room lit by candles, a troll tastes the soup hanging over a campfire.

Looking at the darkness outside the window and the scene inside the room, it feels like a troll preparing dinner after a long day.

Thank you, @HTH, for this warm piece.



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Study room / @malex

The study room features bookshelves filled with books and a comfortable chair.

The autumn scenery outside the window seems to create a view that helps one focus on reading.

Thank you, @malex, for this cozy work.



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ROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOMM / @Vorobushek

In the room lit by a lamp, books and notebooks are scattered around.

Seeing the woman sitting at the desk with a troubled expression, it seems there is still an unsolved assignment.

Thank you, @Vorobushek, for this thoughtful scene.



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Sala / @Nasia

Rattan furniture and green plants fill the room with a lively, nature-inspired atmosphere.

Colorful patterned objects and sunlight streaming through the lattice window seem to complete an exotic yet comfortable space.

Thank you, @Nasia, for this inviting piece.



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My dream bedroom / @zimidraws

Inside the room, two people sit side by side at a table, sharing a warm conversation.

As darkness settles in, it feels like they are wrapping up the day while sharing small moments from their daily lives.

Thank you, @zimidraws, for this gentle work.



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A Warm Welcome / @TheSheepwalker

In a room filled with the warm glow of light bulbs, a girl plays the guitar while cats sing along.

The green plants placed around the room seem to become the audience watching their performance.

Thank you, @TheSheepwalker, for this lively scene.





These are the 10 winners.

Congratulations!


@Maksim
@nuni
@vlad
@Catsoul
@HTH
@malex
@Vorobushek
@Nasia
@zimidraws
@TheSheepwalker

Thank you to everyone who participated in this challenge.

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

The 1st challenge of February, ‘Let’s draw Quokka' is on going.

We hope for your participation.

Thank you.









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