What.
Darth VaderHelmet Art Contest!
In the spirit of The Darth Vader Project, HalloweenCostumes.com will be selecting 25 artists to create an original art piece using an authentic replica Darth Vader helmet.
Who.
25 artists will be selected to participate.These helmets and their artists will be showcased and auctioned off to benefit local charities.
Submit Portfolio If you're ready to apply, use the form below to provide us with a copy of your portfolio. If you are one of the chosen 25, we will provide you with a Vader helmet for free as well as pay for shipping both ways.
Create There are no limits to your artistic interpretation, as painting, sculpture, and other art forms will all be accepted.
Send & Receive! Once your Darth Vader helmet is complete, send it back without the worry of return postage. Upon our receipt of the package, you will receive a $150 credit to HalloweenCostumes.com and you will be in the running to win!
Why.
Helmets will be auctioned off to benefit these local charities.
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Midwest Art CatalystThe Midwest Art Catalyst is a non-profit organization created to support the Mankato area artistic and musical communities. The MWAC has sponsored a range of activities, from children's summer art programs to showcases for local musicians. Funds from the Darth Vader Helmet Art Contest will support their goal of creating, promoting, and supporting local artistic and musical events and ideas.
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The Miracle League of North MankatoThe Miracle League presents Fallenstein Field, which is the only barrier-free handicapped and wheelchair accessible softball/baseball field in Minnesota built for children and adults with all types of disabilities. The field was built according to National Wheelchair Softball Association (NWSA) Specifications and is homebase for the Miracle League of North Mankato, a recreational wheelchair softball league. They will use the Darth Vader Helmet Art Contest donation to sponsor more children with disabilities and to purchase new equipment.
How.
Contest Closed

Submissions are now closed and the 25 participants have been chosen. Thank you to all who applied. Find out more about the participants and follow the progress of our contest on our blog.

Contest Timeline
October 1st: Submission deadline
October 6th: Artists chosen and contacted
October 8th: Helmets shipped
November 11th: Deadline for completed helmets (sent back with original box and return shipping label)
November 30th: Winners chosen
About HalloweenCostumes.com HalloweenCostumes.com is a leading online retailer of Halloween costumes and accessories. The company’s costume selection includes sci-fi classics like replica Star Wars costumes, comic book superhero accessories like Captain America shields, and even storytime favorites like Where's Waldo costumes. The company sells Halloween costumes for kids and adults. HalloweenCostumes.com takes pride in its quality costumes, its friendly team, and its creative community involvement.
This project is not sponsored or endorsed by Lucasfilm Ltd., and has no relationship with Lucasfilm. Star Wars and all related intellectual property is © or ® 2011 Lucasfilm Ltd. & (tm). All rights reserved.