FAQ

[galerian_ash]

Is this for fanworks only, or can I create something original?

Both are equally welcome!

What types of works are allowed?

Basically, if you created it in some way, then it's okay. You can write, draw, sculpt, compose, whatever!

Must my work be about plants or summer?

Definitely not! You can use the wildflower name you're given as inspiration in any way you choose.

What are the minimum/maximum requirements?

There are none. Doesn't matter if it's a rough sketch or a polished painting, a drabble or an epic, etc.

I'd like to sign up, but I don't have a DW account. Can I still take part?

Absolutely! You can either comment anonymously on the sign-up post, or with OpenID. The latter enables you to use some other social-media account you may have, such as Twitter. You can also email me if you'd prefer, and I'll send you the name of your wildflower.

I'd like to post my finished work to the AO3 collection, but I don't have an account.

Let me know and I'll do my best to get you an invite.

I have another question...

Please comment right here or drop me an email at galerian.ash@gmail.com, and I'll get back to you as soon as I can!

Sign-ups

[galerian_ash]

Hi there, and welcome to Seven Wildflowers!

This is a low-pressure challenge that works in the following way: When you sign up you'll receive the name of a wildflower. You then have to take inspiration from it in some way — the name itself, the look and color of the plant, its history or uses, etc. — and create a work of any type. (And, if you'd like, mention which flower you got in the notes when you post your work.)

If the wildflower you receive doesn't do anything for you, just ask for another! You can also ask for multiple names if you'd like to create more than one work.

The deadline to submit your works to the AO3 collection is at 23.59 GMT on the 22nd of June. It will go live at 00.01 GMT on the 24th of June, Midsummer, where tradition dictates the picking of seven different kinds of wildflowers to then be placed under your pillow, in order to dream about your future true love.

Please see the FAQ for more information, and don't hesitate to ask if anything is unclear!