Even with all the challenges of 2021 we are pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 Annual Global Coloring Contest. The book which was used was 6 Magic Cans of Happiness: Danielle the Girl From NY. Both the paperback and Kindle were eligible to be used. Both contestants used the paperback.
First Place Winner
The winning submission by Remy Feng Age 9 of Hong KongThe winning submission by Remy Feng Age 9 of Hong Kong
Second Place Winner
Second Place Winner Ky-mani Taylor age 13 years old from Bronx New York.Second Place Winner Ky-mani Taylor age 13 years old from Bronx New York.
Awards will be issued Monday. The Third Place Prize will be distributed between the two of them evenly.
We want to thank everyone who participated and let everyone know that we have started accepting applications for the next Annual contest. This time both 6 Magic Cans of Happiness and 6 Magic Cans of Happiness 2 will be the source material.
www.darajaoflove.com Demetrius Eley is the cofounder of Daraja of Love Inc. A social service organization that provides services and outreach globally with a Motto of bridging the gap! Demetrius is also the assistant state director for Blexit Nj chapter which is another Community based organization focused on improving the Quality of life for those in the inner cities! Last but not least Demetrius is a Newark City school teacher specializing in prekindergarten through 3rd grade learning! He is a graduate of Bloomfield College class of 2004 with a degree in psychology. He is a tireless advocate for the family unit and the community at large!
First off let me say it was an honor and a pleasure to be a part of the selection process. I wanted to be sure that I didn’t miss anything so I called in a ringer, my 8 year daughter who loves all things art and color. The first picture was very beautiful. We loved the way the contestant uses different colors inside the thought bubble. I also enjoyed the way the contestant used different colors to create a floral pattern on the table cloth, which was very creative. Lastly we felt the colors used on the family at the table and the backdrop are very strong.
Joy Monique
Great job artists but number 1 is the winner! The additional details of the tablecloth and scenic kitchen view were captivating. This is a step above coloring and flows into artistry. The family looks like they are cultured and possibly Latino. The artist even put thought into a wristband for dad and collar for mom’s top. This is a beautiful coloring and I hope to see more from them in the future!
Sherrel Campbell
Morning! I chose this one. Love the added details and the care took in designing the table cloth. The choice of colors are chosen with care.
The2nd Place Winner
Demetrius Eley
The 2nd picture is also very beautiful. I love the colors that were chosen, green, yellow, blue and Brown. We also love how the child decided to allow the colors to flow freely meaning yellow lamp, yellow pillow, yellow headboard, really lets me know that the child likes to match colors, something my daughter really enjoys also. Likewise, for the color blue, the bed spreads and the curtains match each other. I believe that this child has paid close attention to the detail, maybe in their own house, to recreate this masterpiece. With great consideration me and my worthy assistant have decided that picture 1 would be our winner. Both pictures were top notch and both contestants and their families should be very proud!
Joy Monique
This page seems to be a younger artist. I really like the coordination of curtains matching the cover and sheets and the yellow with the headboard, pillowcase and lamp. Nice wood floors also! Pretty 😍 I would have liked to see more items colored in so it didn’t feel incomplete but maybe that was intentional. I’m not sure. 🤔 I am hopeful that they continue working on their artistic skills and continue to grow. This is a great start though. Keep coordinating! Green is my son’s favorite color.
Sherrel Campbell
Love her choice of colors and you can tell that she took care in coloring because she stayed within the lines.
After months of letting people know about our global coloring contest the judges are rapidly wrapping up their final comments. The winners have already been contacted and asked how they would like to receive their prizes. At stake was $100 for First Place , $50 for Second Place and $25 Third Place.
The prizes this year will be distributed in the form of CashApp and Amazon Gift Cards. The winners and their artwork will be posted in a few days. We have already opened the process for accepting applications and entries for the 2022 Contest. You can enter and get more information at Daniellegfny.com/colorcontest
To reach our goal of entertaining millions of children worldwide we are giving away 100 copies of 6 Magic Cans of Happiness ebook. This is the second book in the series Danielle The Girl From New York. It takes a look at how to budget your money.
This story is a two part story. The second part should be out in July 2021. We will let you help us with the cover selection.
April 1, 2021 is the release date of 6 Magic Cans of Happiness: Danielle the Girl From New York. The second book in the series has stylistic changes which will appeal both to children and their parents. To do the illustrations, the duo of Mawii & Mali have been tapped. They were the shot list and storyboard creators for Clarence the Cabbie Confidential: Mommy Be So Mean She Takes My Money.
It was my pleasure to interview Katrina Anderson as part of our Countdown 2021 – Blastoff 2021 series. Instagram Live and Instagram TV are two huge growth markets that many writers and illustrators are capitalizing on. You can click on the picture below to order her book.
Today we launched the first collaboration between a wide range of Authors and Illustrators to highlight their talents and works.
The first was the author of Struggling to Forgive. Ann Tricia Bray Smith gave her insight into the importance of forgiveness and working together. You can read and purchase her book below.
Muhammad Fahmi Hidayat has really been pouring his efforts and talents into the black and white manga and WEBTOON version of Mommy Be So Mean She Takes My Money: Clarence the Cabbie Confidential . Here are a few of the fruits. Hope you enjoy and become a Patreon today.
It’s official!! The production of the first installment of Clarence the Cabbie Confidential. The story is titled Mommy Be So Mean She Takes My Money. Muhammad Fahim Hidayat has been chosen to illustrate the micro Manga.
Mommy Be So Mean, is a flash fiction story which retells the story of a traumatic time with her mother. The story is written by Clarence N M Coggins III.
Once the micro Manga is complete, the children’s book version will be started. The artist for that phase has yet to be determined. Also be on the look out for the WEBTOON version.
