Haunted Harvest: A Halloween Pumpkin Carving Spectacle
Embrace the Halloween spirit with Soul Stash Studio’s “Haunted Harvest: A Halloween Pumpkin Carving Spectacle!” This contest invites artists of all ages to showcase their creativity and spooky flair by carving intricate designs into pumpkins or gourds. Whether you’re inspired by classic horror icons, folklore creatures, or something uniquely eerie, we can’t wait to see your masterpiece!
Embrace the eerie enchantment of the Halloween season with Soul Stash Studio’s “Haunted Harvest: A Halloween Pumpkin Carving Spectacle!” This thrilling contest invites artists of all ages and skill levels to showcase their carving creativity on pumpkins or gourds. Whether you're inspired by classic horror legends, mystical folklore creatures, or your own unique spooky creations, we want to see your chilling designs!
Participants are encouraged to think outside the box—carve anything from intricately detailed faces to abstract and surreal designs that capture the haunting essence of Halloween. You can use traditional carving tools or even add a bit of paint or embellishments to elevate your masterpiece.
Pumpkin Showcases will be awarded for various categories such as Most Creative, Scariest Design, and Best Overall Carving. So, grab your tools, unleash your inner artist, and let the pumpkins glow with terrifyingly beautiful designs. Register now and become part of the most spine-chilling pumpkin carving event of the season!
Most Creative Carving
Participants are encouraged to carve pumpkins that go beyond the traditional—abstract designs, innovative shapes, and unique concepts are highly encouraged.
Scariest Carving
Spooky and spine-chilling designs that capture the eerie essence of Halloween will be judged in this category. Think haunted houses, monsters, or dark, eerie themes!
Best Overall Carving
The ultimate award for the pumpkin that combines creativity, execution, and Halloween spirit to impress the judges.
Final Submission Deadline:
October 31
All carved pumpkins must be submitted by this date. Participants can bring their finished pumpkins to Soul Stash Studio or submit high-resolution photos if participating virtually.
Judging Period:
November 3 – November 7
Our panel of judges, which includes local artists, community members, and Halloween enthusiasts, will review submissions and select winners for each category.
Winner Announcement
November 8
Winners will be announced on Soul Stash Studio’s LinkedIn and website.
Event Rules
Participants must use a pumpkin or gourd.
Carving tools, paints, or embellishments can be used to decorate the pumpkins.
Only one entry per ticket. You are allowed to submit multiple carvings, but each one must have its own ticket.
All entries must be appropriate for all ages—no explicit content.
All participants must submit their carvings or photos by the deadline of October 31st by midnight.
Hosted by Soul Stash Studio Inc.
This is an online art contest!