Bababooey... I missed what you first said before you decided to *edit/delete* your opinion.

But let me say that I feel your pain/frustration bro! ha!

It seems more times then not that pure photo manipulation will win the contest.

But, on the rare occasion where someone with skills decides to paint/draw their entry, it no surprise that they get a butt load of votes. A prime example: metalic's http://photoshopcontest.com/view-entry/65879/display.html

Man, I can only wish that someday ( when I grow up ) I could be that good.

Bottom line... to quote Square..

So just sit back and let yourself be amazed sometimes.

Rock On BTVS!