One Stone DTIYS
One Stone is the brainchild of the wonderfully witty Gus Markowitz III, following two brothers Vic & Vern living their best, most chaotic lives in the Louisiana wetlands.
Now, you might think the bayou is all slow water and the occasional splash in the dark. And you'd be right. But somewhere knee-deep in murky swamp water and even murkier conversation, two brothers bicker and stumble through the backdoors and on stage of the AAP as they take over this next challenge.
Vern (the oldest of the two) believes with every fibre of his being that he is the wisest, most sophisticated creature to ever wade the earth. Vic is absolutely, categorically done with his brother yet inexplicably still standing next to or perched right on top of him in virtually every episode.
That's Vic and Vern.
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VERN is a large teal blue heron of considerable height and even more considerable flippancy. Full legal name: Veronica Blue Heron. He is the oldest brother and a creature who has never once doubted a decision he's made. Vern never learns. Vern never will. This is the nature of Vern.
VIC is of the smaller, purple variety and is also in possession of arguably the bird world’s most expressive eyebrows. As the younger brother and the voice of reason, he endures, he perseveres and he has, without question the better looking hair of the two and is not afraid to tell you so himself.
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THE CHALLENGE: This is a DTIYS — Draw This In Your Style
Your mission is to take Vic and Vern and reimagine them through the lens of your artistic voice. Your lines, your palette, your world. The only rule? Those two birds and that unmistakable dynamic must shine through. We need to feel the eye-rolls, the misplaced confidence and most importantly…the swamp.
A few things to keep in mind as you wade in:
- Capture the duo, not just the design. Vic and Vern are nothing without each other. Their relationship is the punchline. Whether you go full illustration, comic panel, chibi, painterly, abstract or somewhere wonderfully weird in between, make sure both birds and their energy are present and accounted for.
- Style is everything. This is a draw in YOUR style challenge. Resist the temptation to simply copy the source material and instead translate it. What do Vic and Vern look like through your eyes? Gritty and painted? Soft and water-coloured? Geometric and graphic? Delightfully unhinged? Yes. All of that.
- Honor the humor. You don't have to write a joke, but the feeling of one should linger somewhere in the piece. A look. A posture. A raised brow. The particular energy of a bird who is three seconds away from either a terrible idea or a worse pun. One Stone's secret ingredient is that wry, deadpan warmth. Try to bottle just a drop of it and it will serve you well in this challenge.
- Size matters. One of the great unspoken visual jokes of One Stone is the sheer scale difference between the two brothers. Vern is tall. Vic is not. The height difference is a character in of itself, so don’t be afraid to lean into it.
So tuck in your tail feathers and prepare to ruffle your pea-nests, as you reimagine the world of One Stone in your own unique style.
- Include a background. Plain or white backgrounds will not suffice
- Fit the main portion of your image within the card frame (approx. 3×2 inch portrait)
- No signatures on the original artwork itself
Fill in your details below, upload your artwork and signed release form, then hit submit. We'll review entries and announce winners after the deadline.
Prefer Discord? You can still submit entries via DM to @Grimzwald on our Discord server.
Print, sign, and upload it with your first submission. One form per artist — it covers all future entries.
Character Reference
Feel free to use the image on the left as your point of reference for the character study. You can also find full One Stone episodes on Webtoons
Release Form — Key Terms
You retain full ownership. The Artist retains full copyright and ownership of all submitted artwork at all times. For DTIYS challenges, the owner retains the copyright of the original character designs.
Non-exclusive print licence. You grant AAP a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to reproduce winning artwork on printed cards, merchandise, and promotional materials.
Original work only. You confirm the artwork is your original creation and you have the necessary permissions to authorise its use.
Winners receive a free trophy card. No direct financial compensation, but each winner receives a DMC-stamped, one-of-one AAP collectible art card.
Optional blanket consent. You may opt to have these terms apply to all future winning entries, so you only need to sign once.
Submission Requirements
Please follow all rules carefully. Non-compliant entries may be disqualified.
How to Submit
Submit your entry via the form on this page, or via Discord DM to @Grimzwald. All entries must be submitted as a high-resolution scan (not a photograph). A signed release form is required with your first submission.
Release Form
Your entry must be accompanied by a signed and completed release form. Only one form per artist is needed, as it covers all future entries. If your address changes, a new form must be completed.
Copyright & Originality
Entries must not include any copyrighted brand logos, names, or characters. Submissions must be predominantly your own original work. Direct copying, minimal modification of existing images, and AI-generated content constitute plagiarism and will result in disqualification.
Medium & Format
Any medium is accepted, both digital or hand-rendered. Include a background (plain or white backgrounds will not suffice). Fit the main portion of your image within the card frame at approximately 3×2 inches portrait orientation.
Multiple Entries
Multiple entries are permitted per challenge, and multiple winning entries may also be chosen per artist.
No Signatures on Art
No signatures may be included on the submitted artwork itself. Your artist signature on the release form is the one that will be printed on the back of the art card.
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FAQ
Everything you need to know about the Draw Monthly Challenge.
Anyone. The DMC is open to all artists worldwide, regardless of skill level, age or location. You don't need to be an AAP member to enter. We welcome both emerging and established artists.
No. Entry is completely free and always will be. AAP is funded by our member community so that participation in the challenge remains accessible to everyone.
Use the submission form on this page to fill in your details, upload your artwork, signed release form and submit. You can also submit via Discord DM to @Grimzwald if you prefer. All artwork should be submitted as a high-resolution scan, not a photograph.
We accept both digital and traditional media. Submit as a high-resolution scan at 300 DPI minimum, in PNG or JPEG format. Your piece must include a background (not plain white), and the main subject should fit within the card frame dimensions of approximately 3×2 inches portrait orientation.
Yes, multiple entries are permitted per challenge and you can win with more than one piece. The more quality work you put in, the better your chances.
You do, always. Artists retain 100% copyright and ownership. By entering, you grant AAP a non-exclusive licence to reproduce winning artwork on printed cards, merchandise, and promotional materials. You're free to sell, exhibit, or use your art however you choose.
Winners are chosen via a judging panel. We endeavour to select 1 winner per 3 submissions received, up to a maximum of 10 winners per challenge. Judging criteria includes creativity, technical skill, originality and adherence to the brief.
Each winner receives a DMC-stamped, one-of-one AAP collectible art card printed with their winning entry, plus a DMC Badge for their Discord profile.
No. Entries must not include any copyrighted brand logos, names, or characters. Submissions must be predominantly your own original work. Direct copying, minimal modification of existing images and AI-generated content constitute plagiarism and will result in disqualification.
Signatures must not appear on the submitted artwork itself, for the sole reason that your artist signature from the release form is the one printed on the back of the collectible card. This keeps the front of the card clean and consistent.
The participant release form confirms your artwork is original and grants AAP a non-exclusive licence to print winning entries. You retain full ownership. You only need to sign it once and there's an option to apply it to all future entries. Download it from the submission form above. Good luck!
Ready to Submit?
The deadline is approaching. Show the world what you're capable of! Your next piece could become a future fan-favorite.