We've set up a system here at OGA wherein users are awarded recognition for their accomplishments and contributions to the community.  You can earn "Medals" by contributing art, posting on the forums, commenting on art, participating in contests, etc.  These medals will show up on your user page and your forum posts.  Accumulating medals may earn you small benefits, such as being able to bypass the approval process when posting art; however, access to all of the art on this site will always remain open to everyone.

You can read more about medals here.

Peace!

Bart