# First Snapmaker Model Design Contest is live - Make Something Colorful **URL:** \ **Category:** Events and Giveaways\ **Created:** [June 4, 2026, 8:01am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/first-snapmaker-model-design-contest-is-live-make-something-colorful/42137 "2026-06-04T08:01:10Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 4\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Zoe\_M](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/8491ac/32.png) [@Zoe\_M](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Zoe_M)\ **Post date:** [June 4, 2026, 8:01am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/first-snapmaker-model-design-contest-is-live-make-something-colorful/42137/1 "2026-06-04T08:01:10Z")
![20260604](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex022/uploads/snapmaker/original/3X/3/b/3b2dc1347d93c320ed08369739ab239a1bda4623.jpeg) Heads up for the model creators here: our first model design contest is running. **Link:** [Contest 1 | Snapmaker Models](https://models.snapmaker.com/contest/1) **Theme:** Make Something Colorful - any multi-color model qualifies, single-material or multi-material. **New design or one you’ve already released elsewhere, both fine.** Ends June 16, 2026 **Prizes (all gift cards):** - Model Design track: 2× $600, 4× $400, 8× $200 - Video Challenge track: 10× $100 (judged separately, separate entry) **Submission constraints:** - One .3MF file per entry - Must be sliced in Snapmaker Orca or Orca Slicer using the U1 profile **A few things to know going in:** Our model design contest platform is still in Beta. This is the first contest we’re running on it, so expect rough edges. If something’s broken, confusing, or just wrong, comment here, or email [info@snapmaker.com](mailto:info@snapmaker.com) -– Cover image: Molten Realm Mecha T-Rex by Melting Point, Mushy Blob Forest Frogs by StarMouse3D, Crocodile Man Legend by Rocket\_luo. Thanks for letting us showcase your work. ---
**Author:** ![Zoe\_M](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/8491ac/32.png) [@Zoe\_M](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Zoe_M)\ **Post date:** [June 4, 2026, 8:01am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/first-snapmaker-model-design-contest-is-live-make-something-colorful/42137/2 "2026-06-04T08:01:34Z")
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**Author:** ![Zoe\_M](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/8491ac/32.png) [@Zoe\_M](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Zoe_M)\ **Post date:** [June 15, 2026, 11:25am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/first-snapmaker-model-design-contest-is-live-make-something-colorful/42137/3 "2026-06-15T11:25:25Z")
The first Snapmaker Model Design Contest is coming to an end. Contest page: > **[Snapmaker Models - Free 3D Printing Models](https://models.snapmaker.com/contest/1)** > > Snapmaker Models - Discover, share and download quality 3D printing models. Free STL/3MF model files covering home, toys, tools, DIY and more. A one-stop 3D printing model community for makers and designers. Submission deadline: June 16, 2026, 11:59 PM UTC Judging will begin on June 17, 2026. We’ve received many creative and diverse submissions from the community. As the contest wraps up, now is a great time to explore the entries and see what others have been creating. Feel free to browse the submissions and leave a like on any models you enjoy. This helps highlight what kinds of designs the community is most interested in and appreciated. Thanks to everyone who has participated and contributed to the contest so far. ---
**Author:** ![Zoe\_M](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/z/8491ac/32.png) [@Zoe\_M](https://forum.snapmaker.com/u/Zoe_M)\ **Post date:** [July 16, 2026, 10:56am UTC](https://forum.snapmaker.com/t/first-snapmaker-model-design-contest-is-live-make-something-colorful/42137/4 "2026-07-16T10:56:54Z")