I won 4th place in the 1st Akane Illustration Festival🌸!

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I am so happy to have received the wonderful 4th place award in Akane-chan's illustration contest, the "1st Akane Illustration Festival🌸"!🌸

Honestly, I still can't quite believe it...
The surprise and joy are slowly sinking in!!✨

This challenge started from a place where I thought, "I might not be very good at image generation..."

At first, I honestly never even considered using it as a thumbnail here.

But when I tried creating an RPG character, I was able to shape it better than I expected, and
it was fun to see how people reacted to it, so I found myself enjoying it with a little grin.

Following that momentum, I started thinking, "Maybe I can make a thumbnail too?" and the desire to participate was born.

Also, as I was exposed to the works of others and the atmosphere of the event, my desire to "give it a try" gradually grew.

At first, I didn't even know how to make it, and it felt like I was fumbling in the dark.
I read past articles to expand my imagination, and with Chappy's help, I gradually gave it shape.

What I felt strongly during the Akane Festival was that there is "something" that cannot be measured just by skill.

Each work had the person's individuality and feelings poured into it,
and it was clear that it was reaching people.

It wasn't just about looking at them; there were many moments where my heart was moved,
and I thought, "Ah, this kind of place is wonderful," over and over again.

In the midst of that, the fact that there were people who voted for my work, and that I received 5 points from Akane-chan,

is truly happy and grateful,
and the realization is slowly sinking in now.

Each and every one of those things remains in my heart.

These past two months have been a time where challenge and enjoyment overlapped.

Before I knew it,"trying to do it well"felt much less comfortable than
"trying to put it out there in my own way".

To everyone who supported me, and to everyone who participated with me, thank you so much✨

I have received so much love and energy, and I am truly happy from the bottom of my heart.

And Akane-chan, thank you so much for creating such a warm and fun space🌸

Through this experience, I feel like my range of expression has expanded a little more.

I hope to continue valuing my own style at a pace that feels comfortable for me🌿

And this time, I would like to share my personal impressions of the works that placed 1st through 10th, one by one.

10th Place: Furatsuki-kachan ~Today, Full Power Spinning Wheels!~

This expression, a mix of mischief and confidence, is so captivating...✨ It feels like there is a 'world of her own' within that Kuromi-esque gothic lolita vibe. It perfectly overlaps with the world of tarot, and I was drawn in the moment I saw it🔮 The atmosphere of 'a girl who knows the secrets of the night' is just wonderful...!

9th Place: Yurari🌹🫧 🫶💕

The moment I saw this girl, I was overwhelmed by a cuteness that made me think, 'I want to protect her...!'🥺✨ She is wrapped in a world of soft cherry blossoms and dewdrops, and the sense of comfort and kindness is incredible. Even with that innocent smile, she has the power to truly open up one's heart. I completely understand why she won the 'I want to hug you' award...!

8th Place: Mari🌷｜4-Child Mom Salon🌿｜Childcare, Beauty, Health🌈🫧

The moment I saw this, I was struck by an overflowing sense of love that hit me right in the heart...🥺✨ The enveloping kindness and unconditional sense of security come through perfectly. It feels like every emotion is packed into this moment of a tight embrace. Just looking at it made my own heart feel warm🌸

7th Place: Saitama no Urashigotonin

The moment I saw this, it was full of Akane-chan, and the liveliness and fun of the scene came across all at once😆✨ Amidst the festival atmosphere, everyone is moving so vividly, and the whole thing truly becomes 'one world.' It's amazing how just looking at it makes me feel like I'm actually there. I can totally see why Akane-chan would love this...🎆

6th Place: Pinnacle

The moment I saw this, it was so breathtaking that time seemed to slow down. Amidst the glamour, there is a certain stillness and dignified strength that I couldn't take my eyes off of. Wrapped in the moon and cherry blossoms, the atmosphere of 'a presence shining in the night' comes through so clearly. It wasn't just beautiful; it was a piece that quietly remained in my heart🌙✨

5th Place: KITAcore

The moment I saw this, it was a piece that brought both beauty and tension at the same time. Within the texture that seems to be delicately crumbling, there is a core of strength that is firmly present. Those red eyes seem to see right through everything, and I couldn't look away. It was a work that left a strong impression with its beauty on the verge of breaking, yet not quite breaking. Also, thank you for the poster🫶

4th Place: Me, Lou-Shana (LouShana) | Round-trip mail that turns sensations into words

Thank you so much for allowing me to receive this 4th place honor here...!!✨
Honestly, I was just happy to be included in such a wonderful world.
The fact that I was awarded this prize among them is still slowly sinking into my heart.
I am truly grateful to have received the thoughts of everyone who was involved🌸
Just being in this place was a great joy for me✨

3rd Place: Meishin-san

This bursting cuteness was truly dazzling...✨
I was drawn in by the fun and energy that filled the screen.
Every single expression and movement was sparkling, and just looking at it made me feel energized.
It wasn't just cute; the 'power to brighten up the place' really came through.
It was a piece that made even me, the viewer, smile😆✨

2nd Place: Hank Shuntana 'Vinyl Chloride Girl'
AI Creator and Producer

I peeked at the video many times😆✨
The phrase 'Space Rare Beast Yu-ru Hero~🎵' really stuck in my ears, and before I knew it, I found myself humming it...!
The flow, which felt like the ending of Sazae-san, and the part where they follow from space to Earth were so fun, and I was drawn into the world view🌍✨

I felt that the freedom of ideas and the richness of vocabulary were truly amazing.
It was a work that naturally made me smile while watching it☺️

And since Hank-san himself is aiming to be a YouTuber, he is also calling for channel subscriptions✨

Furthermore, he has also established a fan club...!
If you are interested, please check out Yuki-chan and Fura-chan✨

1st Place: Manatsu / Totsutsu Minority Retsuden-san

Even with this looseness and simplicity, for some reason, it remains in my heart and won't leave.
I feel like there is a mysterious addictiveness that you can't forget once you see it.
It's not about being skillful, but rather it feels like 'love' just spread as it was.
I think this runaway victory was the result of everyone having their own attachment to it.
It was an existence that just made me laugh while watching it🍙✨

And recently, your followers have exceeded 5,000, so congratulations on that✨

I heard that the icon has also become a form that carries the thoughts of me, Lou-Shana, and Yuki-chan, and that Yuki-chan created it based on my icon, becoming 'Diamond Manat-chan'💎✨

I look forward to your continued success as a leader of the prominent!
Thank you for your continued support~🌸

Through this Akane Festival, I met many works and touched many thoughts.

Every work was truly wonderful, and my heart was moved many times by each of their brilliance.

I am very happy to have been in such a place and to have been involved.

Thank you so much, really🌸

"I feel a bit hazy"
"I can't put it into words, but something is bothering me"

I value the time spent gently scooping up those feelings and putting them into words.

In the "Round-Trip Correspondence for Putting Feelings into Words,"
I receive the thoughts and sensations within you and return them to you as words.

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When you feel like "I'd like to talk a little,"
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