Advanced Reborn

Eligibility: Artists in this category must have extensive and advanced knowledge of the reborning process.

Judging Criteria:

• Quality and Execution: High-quality craftsmanship with evident advanced skills.

• Skin Tones: Extremely realistic skin tones depicting multiple layers and undertones using realistic coloring.

• Mottling: Realistic mottling that is well-blended with depth from layering.

• Weighting: Realistically weighted for an authentic feel and movement.

• Nose and Nails: Nose must be shaded or drilled out and backed; nails should be realistic with natural color.

• Veining: Realistic veining showing depth and a below-the-surface appearance.

• Marks: Realistic birthmarks, scratches, or other baby marks (if present) resembling those of a real baby.

• Eyelashes: Eyelashes can be rooted or applied, but must be realistic in shape and appearance with one hair per follicle and no excess glue.

• Eyebrows: Painted or rooted eyebrows should be in a natural growth pattern and layered realistically.

• Hair: Hair must be either rooted and/or painted with natural patterns. No partially rooted or partially painted heads; no hats or bald babies. Hair should reflect the natural growth pattern and age-appropriate style.

• Overall Aesthetic: Advanced concept and design with high-level execution.

• Adherence to Rules: Ensure all contest rules are followed and completed.

PLEASE NOTE: If there are insufficient entries in this category, YDS reserves the right to eliminate the category and move entries to a more appropriate category.