Earlier this year it was announcedOpens in a new tab that Jim HensonOpens in a new tab‘s beloved cult classic The Dark Crystal Opens in a new tabwould be returning to our screens via a brand new Netflix series The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. This new incarnation was a gift to fans of Henson, puppetsOpens in a new tab, and practical effects as the brief behind the scenes footage teased incredible creature work reminiscent of the heyday of the world famous studio.
Well now you can be a part of the world of Jim Henson with an incredible contest from darkcrystal.comOpens in a new tab. The creators of The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance are looking for fans to design their own creature which might even end up in the brand new show!
All you need to enter is a pencil and paper–or your drawing tools of choice, digital or by hand–and an imagination! The team are looking for a completely new creation, a woodland creature who dwells in the world of The Dark Crystal. You can even submit your finished designs hereOpens in a new tab. The winning creation will receive a $500 prize, will be built by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, and may even have a cameo in the new Netflix show. Your design might even be judged by the Froud family, creators of the Dark Crystal universe themselves!
This is a once in a lifetime chance for fans of Henson, and a great opportunity for any budding illustrators and character designers out there. We’ll definitely be picking up our pencils. Will you be crafting a creature? Just can’t wait to see the world of The Dark Crystal? Let us know in the comments!
Images: Jim Henson Company
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