DEPARTMENT B Communications and Expressive Arts

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1 DEPARTMENT B Communications and Expressive Arts DIVISION PUBLIC SPEAKING CONTEST Premiums: $5.00, $4.00, $3.00, $2.00 The Public Speaking Contest was prior to the Polk County Fair. * Designates County Project Only not eligible for State Fair Competition. B Junior B Intermediate B Senior B Junior PSA B Intermediate PSA B Senior PSA Premiums: $10.00, $8.00, $6.00, $ H Clubs may do a group PSA, but it is not eligible for Grand or Reserve Champion. B CLUB PSA COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION 151 PRESENTATIONS Premiums: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00, $ The 4-H Presentations Contest will be held on Thursday July 9, 2015 at the Polk County Fairgrounds Exhibit Building at 9:30 a.m. Educational resources for youth participating in the 4-H Presentations Contest can be found at 2. All 4-H Presentations topics should be related to how the 4-H youth is learning about 4-H science, agricultural literacy, career development, citizenship and leadership, or healthy living, through their 4-H experiences or 4-H projects. Enrollment in the project area in which the participant is making a presentation is not required. Refer to Incorporating Nebraska 4-H Educational Priorities into 4- H Presentations for examples. 3. The 4-H Presentations Contest has access to a refrigerator, a microwave, and temporary storage for presentation supplies. 4. A slide, video, LCD and overhead projector will be provided for the participants. A computer equipped with Microsoft Office (Power Point) 2010 will be provided. The participants can provide their own computer or a CD that is pc file formatted. 5. The time limit for the presentations in classes 110, 111, 113 is 6-10 minutes for an individual and from 15 minutes for a team. The time limit for Class 114 (Multimedia Presentation) is 6-10 minutes.

2 6. Presentations must include an introduction (the why portion of the topic), a body (the show and tell portion of the topic), and a conclusion/summary (the what portion of the topic). 7. A team can be composed of two to three individuals. Team presentations may be in any of the subject classes. Illustrated Presentation An Illustrated Presentation is a live presentation with a formal talk where youth will use visual aids (such as props, posters, computer-based visuals, handouts, video, etc.) to show and tell others how to do something. The judge views the entire presentation and engages in question and answer session with 4-H er following the presentation. The time limit is 6-8 minutes for an individual and 8-10 minutes for a team. A PC Compatible Computer (including the following software: Apple Quicktime Player, Microsoft Windows Media Player, and Microsoft PowerPoint 2010) will be provided or 4-H er may bring their own compatible equipment, if needed. An easel and work tables will also be provided. Multimedia Presentation A Multimedia Presentation is a live presentation where youth will provide a 1-2 minute oral introduction (name, background/goal of presentation, intended audience, where presentation could be shared, etc.) followed by a selfautomated, free-standing, digital presentation. The judge views the entire presentation and engages in question and answer session with 4-H er following the presentation. The time limit is 6-8 minutes for an individual and 8-10 minutes for a team, including both the oral introduction and the digital presentation. A PC Compatible Computer (including the following software: Apple Quicktime Player, Microsoft Windows Media Player, and Microsoft PowerPoint 2010) will be provided or 4-H er may bring their own compatible equipment. The presentation may include photos, clip art, animation, video, and audio/sound. No CD or.mp3 players are allowed; sound must be embedded into the presentation. Any freeware/software program may be used to create the presentation; however, the only file formats that will be accepted include:.mpeg,.wmv,.mp4,.mov,.ppt,.pptx, or.avi. Teaching Presentation A Teaching Presentation is a live, interactive presentation where youth will continuously engage an audience by showing and telling them how to do something while answering questions. Judge views presentation, asks questions, and observe audience engagement during the presentation. A PC Compatible Computer (including the following software: Apple Quicktime Player, Microsoft Windows Media Player, and Microsoft PowerPoint 2010) will be provided or 4-H er may bring their own compatible equipment. Premier Presenter Contest Polk County will nominate one 4-H er or team (the individual or both team members must be 10 years old as of January 1) to participate in the Premier Presenter Contest. This will be a special contest for the best of the best. Each participant will receive a cash award if they give their presentation at State Fair. The top four winners will receive a larger cash award. Multimedia presentations are not eligible.

3 B B B Illustrated Presentation Multimedia presentation Teaching Presentation POSTERS (COUNTY PROJECT) DIVISION POSTERS Premiums: $1.50, $1.25, $1.00, $.75 The purpose of a poster is to call attention to a subject. Every poster must be crafted to catch the viewer's attention quickly. Each must present only one specific message clearly. Posters will be judged on the following criteria: Idea - simple, clear message, appropriate for a poster; Lettering - readable from a distance, appropriate size in proportion to art; Art - one dominant, eye-catching element: art relates to written message; Arrangement - makes good use of entire poster space without being too crowded: art and lettering are well balanced; Color - use of bold colors that harmonize well: colors used are legible; Quality of Construction - neatness: appropriateness of materials used; and Effectiveness - works well as a poster. Posters must be 14" x 22" and must be of a material that can be pinned to a display board. They may be arranged either horizontally or vertically. Those generated by computer must also meet this standard. Computer art generated on an 82" x 11" sheet of paper and pasted on posterboard will be disqualified. Posters may be in any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, markers or computer graphics, etc. They may not be three-dimensional, unless otherwise stated. Entries with components thicker than paper (such as milk cartons, pencils, pop cans) will be disqualified. Posters may not use copyrighted materials, such as cartoon characters, commercial product names logos or slogans. Avoid using cliches or over-used phrases that do not command the viewer s attention. When using the official 4-H Emblem (clover with the H s on each leaf), it must follow approved guidelines, which can be viewed hheadquarters.gov/emblem/4h_name.htm. Computer "clip art" will not be scored as positively as original computer art designs. Entries which do not conform to size, content or material guidelines will be reduced one ribbon placing. Use of the 4-H Name and Emblem must follow approved guidelines. The 4-H member's name, age, full address and country must be listed on the back of the poster. Entry cards should be stapled (not paper clipped or scotch-taped) to the upper right-hand corner of the poster. Posters may be laminated to protect them. Loose plastic covering used to protect the exhibit while being transported will be removed by the superintendent for evaluation and display. * Designates County Project Only not eligible for State Fair Competition.

4 *B WHAT I LEARNED IN MY 4-H PROJECT Create a poster relating in any way to a 4-H project. *B EXPLORING CAREERS WITH 4-H Poster should illustrate how 4-Hers can explore career opportunities through 4-H projects. *B PHOTO POSTER Create a poster focusing on a 4-H theme of your choice, using one large, eye-catching photo. *B KEEPING IT GREEN...KEEPING IT HEALTHY The poster should illustrate how 4-H encourages healthy lifestyles for youth and their families. TALENT CONTEST DIVISION H TALENT CONTEST Premiums: $5.00, $4.00, $3.00, $2.00 The 4-H Talent Contest was held prior to the Polk County Fair. * Designates County Project Only not eligible for State Fair Competition. *B DRILL OR DANCE ROUTINES may be a drill, square or folk dance, tap dance or any routine done as a group or individual. 4-H=ers should be prepared to perform on a stage approximately 20 feet if necessary. *B SOLO OR SONG GROUP. *B INSTRUMENTAL SOLO, DUET, COMBO OR BAND May be any type of instrument or instruments, including piano. May include vocalists. *B OTHER TALENT Participants must provide their own accessories such as instruments (excluding piano) or boards for tap dancing purposes.

5 CLUB & CAMP PROJECTS DIVISION H CLUB PROJECTS Premiums: $1.00 Participation Ribbon * Designates County Project Only not eligible for State Fair Competition. *B H CLUB PROJECTS may be any items made during a 4-H Club Meeting that does not fit into a specific project criteria. 4-H ers may bring up to 5 items in this class. *B SECRETARY'S BOOKS *B H SCRAPBOOK *B NEWS REPORTER DIVISION POLK COUNTY CAMP AND MISCELLANOUS ITEMS Premiums: $1.00 Participation Ribbon *B FAMILY FUN FAIR ITEMS - 4-H er may exhibit items made at Family Fun Fair under this number. *B DAY CAMP ITEMS - 4-H er may exhibit items made in day camp under this number. *B WORKSHOP ITEMS - 4-H er may exhibit made in workshop under this number that do not fit in any other fairbook class. *B REGIONAL CAMP ITEMS - 4-H er may exhibit items made at Regional camp under this number. THEATRE ARTS DIVISION THEATRE ARTS Premiums: $1.50, $1.25, $1.00, $.75 * Designates County Project Only not eligible for State Fair Competition. *B COSTUME made or decorated by 4-H=er for use in a theatre parts production. Costume could be for self or others. *B PORTFOLIO a collection of photographs, sketches or other samples illustrating the theatre arts learnings such as costume design, stage makeup, written scripts, set designs or other related learnings. *B PUPPET exhibit consists of a puppet made by the 4-H=er for use in a theatre arts production. *B SCRIPT a script written by the 4-H=er for a play, musical, skit, puppet show, or other type of theatre arts production.

6 *B STAGE SET PHOTOGRAPHY DISPLAY a display of photos of a stage set that was designed and built by the 4-H=er. Photo display to be mounted on horizontal 14" x 22" black or white poster or matting board. Include description of photos. *B ACTING PORTFOLIO a collection of photographs of the 4-H=er acting in a play. Photo display to be mounted on horizontal 14" x 22" black or white poster or matting board. Include a written description of the photos. SCRAPBOOKING DIVISION SCRAPBOOKING Premiums: $3.00, $2.75, $2.50, $2.25 * Designates County Project Only not eligible for State Fair Competition. *B SCRAPBOOK 4-H er may exhibit scrapbook made using different art mediums to accentuate subject and photos. Example: colored construction paper, ink, decorative scissors, etc. State if from kit or original design. *B SCRAPBOOKING POSTER or PROJECT 4-H er may enter photo exhibit poster or project using a scrapbooking technique. Example: colored construction paper, ink, decorative scissors, etc. *B PHOTO EDITING PROJECT 4-H er may exhibit scrapbook, poster or display showing pictures that have been edited using a photo editing program, such as Photoshop, Picnik, etc. Exhibit MUST include the original photo and the edited photo and supporting information to describe what was done to the photo and why you chose to emphasize what you did on the photo. How did your editing change the focus of the photo? What emotion were you trying to show with your editing? If your project is already in a display, you may include a copy of the original photo within your supporting information. CULINARY CHALLENGE CONTEST DIVISION 157 CULINARY CHALLENGE Premiums- $5.00, $4.00, $3.00, $2.00 The Culinary Challenge Contest (formerly Company's Coming) contest will be held Thursday, July 9, 2015 at the Polk County Exhibit Building on the Polk County Fairgrounds. 4-H ers will have from 1:00 to 1:30 p.m. to set up, and judging will begin at 1:30 p.m. The contest is open to 4-H ers enrolled in any project this year. Each 4-H'er is limited to one entry.

7 The 4-H er is to furnish a specially chosen menu and recipe, card table, table linens, centerpiece, dishes and flatware. 4-H ers will also prepare at home one item from the menu and bring it to the contest. It should be a food that can be safely kept at room temperature for several hours for safe food judging. The recipe card should be for this food item. Recipe and information sheet may be printed or written neatly on appropriate sized paper or recipe cards. During the interview judging, the 4-H er will be judged on the menu, proper table setting, recipe and clarity of directions, and the participant's understanding of the meal planning and food preparation. Both written and oral comments are given. The 4-H er will also be judged according to standard food judging guidelines on the item brought to sample for the Company s Coming Contest. Please register by July 9 th. More information is available from the extension office. Youth may work individually or in pairs. You may also use the Culinary Challenge Theme at the Nebraska State Fair using a Nebraska Commodity and incorporate apples into your menu and using that as your food product. Technology may be used if you wish to support your theme but is not required for a county project. If you are interested in the event at the Nebraska State Fair, technology must be used. Please look at the event for more specific information or contact Amy Peterson for more specific questions about the county OR the state fair event, which will be held in August. Pictures of participants, samples of the place setting, and ribbons awarded will be displayed during the fair. * Designates County Project Only not eligible for State Fair Competition. *B Jr. Division (age 8 to 11, as of January 1) B Jr. Division TEAM (age 8 11 as of January 1) *B Sr. Division (age 12 and up, as of January 1) *B Sr. Division TEAM (age 12 and up, as of January 1) TABLETOPPERS CONTEST Purple 3.50 Blue 3.00 Red 2.50 White 2.00 The Tabletoppers Contest will be held Thursday July 9, 2015 at the Polk County Exhibit Building on the Polk County Fairgrounds. 4-Hers plan a meal for company. They will select their occasion, plan and write the menu, decide on table service, and present it to a judge. Food choices will be made from the Contest Food Pantry list. Service selections will be made from those provided by Extension staff. Participants will be evaluated on their food choices, menu writing, nutrition knowledge and presentation. Each 4-Her is required to do his/her planning and presentation without assistance from parents or friends. When explaining their plans to the judge, they should include name, brief description of their chosen occasion, and an explanation of menu choices. Please

8 register by July 8 TH. Judging begins at 2:00 p.m. Pantry lists and table service are available at 1:30 p.m. *B Jr. Division (age 8 to 11, as of January 1) *B Sr. Division (age 12 and up, as of January 1) PHOTOGRAPHY Purple 2.00 Blue 1.75 Red 1.50 White 1.25 A. 4-H'ers are allowed entries in only one unit of competition. B. Entry tags must be securely attached to the upper right hand corner of displays or prints. C. A photograph may only be used on one exhibit and may be taken with a film or digital camera. D. Photos must be shot during the current project year by the 4-H member. E. Securely attach photos. Photos that are unattached with be disqualified. F. Do not use photo corners, borders or place coverings over the exhibits. Do not include negatives. G. PERSONAL DATA TAGS - required on all classes. Glue the tags securely to back of exhibits or include as page one in your photo journal. Photo journals only require part A of the tag, all prints and displays will require both A and B.. For the photography portfolio in Unit III, the tag can be placed inside the plastic sleeve with the photo. PERSONAL DATA TAG: Part A Tell Us About You: Name: Age: County: Years in Photography Project: Years in Current Unit: Tell Us About Your Camera and Settings Camera Description: (make and model/digital or film/fixed/auto/slr) Film Speed/ISO Setting: (this is a number) Camera Setting: (ex., landscape, sport, etc) Flash: (flash, natural or artificial light used) Filter Used (if any): (wide-angle, telephoto, micro)

9 Class: Focus Type: (Automatic, Manual, Fixed) Aperture Type/F Stop Setting: (this is a number) Shutter Speed Setting: (this is a number) Did you adjust manually? (yes or no?) Personal Data Tag: Part B Answer the following questions: Unit II: 1) How was the photo taken and printed (describe equipment and software used)? 2) Describe any changes made to the picture using computer software. 3) What did you intend to capture and what do you like about this photo? Unit III: 1) How was the photo taken and printed (describe equipment and software used)? 2) Describe any changes made to the picture using computer software. 3) What did you intend to capture and what do you like about this photo? 4) Describe the science of taking a photo. *Participants in Unit III, CLASS 40 MANUAL SETTING EXHIBIT PRINT, In addition to the four questions above, include the following question and answer on the data tag. 5) How did you use manual settings to improve your photograph? * Designates County Project Only not eligible for State Fair Competition. DIVISION 180 UNIT I CLASSES FOCUS ON PHOTOGRAPHY UNIT I GUIDELINES *B PICTURE DISPLAY Entry will consist of 3 pictures. The 4-H member will exhibit one picture from 3 different categories. Categories to be selected from include: 1) animal, 2) building, 3) people, 4) landscape, 5) special effects, 6) still life, 7) sports. *B PHOTO JOURNAL an entry will consist of a single completed and bound section of project 1, 2, 3 or 4 in the Level 1 project manual Focus on Photography. *B LIGHTING DISPLAY entry will consist of a display of 3 pictures of 1 subject or 3 different subjects that demonstrate lighting effects. *B COMPOSITION DISPLAY entry will consist of 3 photos illustrating 3

10 different views of the same object. *B PHOTO STORY DISPLAY entry will consist of a display of 3 5 photos that tell the beginning, middle and end of a story. Do not use words. If you use more than 3 photos, you may mount on a single 14 x 22 black (preferred) or white poster or matting board. *B TRICKS AND MAGIC DISPLAY entry will consist of a display of 3 pictures of 3 different subjects that use a special effect to create interesting photos. *B FUN WITH SHADOWS DISPLAY entry will consist of 3 pictures of 3 different subjects that capture the image of the shadow. *B PHOTOGRAM EXHIBIT PRINT entry will consist of one photogram. Must include black, grey and white color exposure variance. Entry will be judged on creativity, use of shapes, texture, correct exposure and composition and use of a theme. For information on darkroom access, contact the extension office. *B BUILDING/LANDSCAPE PICTURE DISPLAY An entry will consist of 3 pictures of 3 different subjects which include buildings and landscape. One photo will be of one subject and two photos of the other. *B PEOPLE/ANIMALS PICTURE DISPLAY An entry will consist of 3 pictures of 3 different subjects which include people and animals. One photo will be of one subject and two photos of the other. *B SPECIAL EFFECTS, STILL LIFE, OR SPORTS PICTURE DISPLAY An entry will consist of 3 pictures of 3 different subjects showing special effects, still life, and/or sports in any combination. *B MY FAVORITE OTHER PICTURE Any other favorite photo. Exhibit may range in size from 3"x5" to 8"x10" mounted in appropriate size cut matting (no frames) with a sandwich backing. *B MY FAVORITE OTHER PICTURES DISPLAY Entry consists of 3 pictures of any technique a catch-all for all those that were extra that would fit into display classes. 4-H er must identify on back the type of picture display it is (ex, #1 Building, #2 Animal, #3 Landscape, #4 People, #5 Sports). *B NEBRASKA THEME EXHIBIT PRINT: The Unit I theme is My Family! Exhibit prints must portray Nebraska.

11 DIVISION 181: UNIT II CLASSES CONTROLLING THE IMAGE: UNIT II GUIDELINES A. Unit II Picture Displays: Three 4x6 photos mounted on a single horizontal 11" X 14" black (preferred) or white poster or matting board. Every photo on picture display must be pencil numbered (no. 2 lead pencil) below (for judge's reference only). Numbers should be readable but not detract from display. No titles, captions, or stick-on numbers will be allowed. Photos must be mounted vertically or horizontally. Personal Data Tags (parts A and B) are required. B. Unit II Exhibit Prints: All exhibit prints are 8" x 10" prints mounted in 11" x 14" (outside size) cut matting (no frames) with a sandwich mat-board backing; rectangular or oval inside matt opening (not foam board) Place photos horizontally or vertically as appropriate. Personal Photo Data Tags (parts A and B) are required. C. Unit II Photo Journal: Choose project 1, 2, 3 or 4 in the Level 2 project manual titled Controlling the Image. Complete the pages associated with the project of your choice (project 1, 2, 3 or 4) Place pages in an 8½ x 11 black or white 3 ring binder. Personal Data Tags are required. For your journal complete Part A only and include this as page one of your journal. B PHOTO JOURNAL: An entry will consist of a single completed and bound section of project 1, 2, 3 or 4 in the Level 2 project manual titled Controlling the Image. B LIGHTING DISPLAY OR EXHIBIT PRINT: Entry will consist of a display of 3 pictures of 3 different subjects or an exhibit print that demonstrates lighting effects. 4-H er may enter both a display and an exhibit print. B COMPOSITION DISPLAY: Entry will consist of 3 photos illustrating 3 completely different views or angles of the same object. B COMPOSITION EXHIBIT PRINT: Entry will consist of a candid print that captures an un-posed moment and illustrates the emotion of the event. B ACTION DISPLAY OR EXHIBIT PRINT: Entry will consist of a display of 3 pictures of 3 different subjects or an exhibit print that captures motion and represents the action in the photo. 4-H er may enter both a display and an exhibit print. B NEBRASKA PHOTOGRAPHY CAREER EXHIBIT PRINT: Explore a career as an editorial photographer. Editorial photographers take pictures

12 that highlight the topics being written about in books, magazines, and newspapers. Editorial photos should be creative, powerful images that tell an intriguing story. Let s tell a story about why we love our Nebraska communities. Capture editorial photos that tell a story about your Nebraska Community. *B MY FAVORITE OTHER PICTURE Any other favorite photo. Exhibit must be 8" x 10" mounted in appropriate size cut matting (no frames) with a sandwich backing. DIVISION Unit III CLASSES MASTERING PHOTOGRAPHY: UNIT III GUIDELINES A. Unit III Exhibit Prints: All exhibit prints are 8" x 10" prints mounted in 11" x 14" (outside size) cut matting (no frames) with a sandwich mat-board backing; rectangular or oval inside matt opening (not foam board) Place photos horizontally or vertically as appropriate. Personal Photo Data Tags (parts A and B) are required. Note: Manual adjustments are strongly encouraged for Unit III Exhibits. B. Unit III Photography Portfolio: Select ten photos from your 4-H career that represent the strongest collection of your work. Photos may have been taken at any time during the 4-H experience and may have been previously exhibited. Photos can only be used in a portfolio once. Place photos in plastic sleves and present them in an 8½ x 11 black or white 3 ring binder. Personal Data Tags are required. On the first page of the portfolio include a table of contents listing a title for each photo in your collection and a narrative describing the overall intent for the portfolio. For example the portfolio could include a range of your work from your earlier years in 4-H photography to the present, you could have a creative theme for your portfolio or you could include photos that illustrate your diverse photography skills. On the page prior to EACH photo include an information sheet for each photo that includes 1) Personal Data Tag Part A, 2) the photograph title and 3) a paragraph describing how the photo contributes to the overall intent of your portfolio. The information sheet and the photo should create a 2 page layout so that when the portfolio is open the information sheet is the page on the left and the photo is the page on the right. B PHOTO PORTFOLIO: An entry will consist of ten photos that represent the strongest collection of the participant s work. See notes above

13 regarding details for the class. B B B B B B ADVANCED LIGHTING EXHIBIT PRINT: Entry will consist of a print that illustrates creative lighting. PORTRAIT EXHIBIT PRINT: Entry will consist of a print that captures both physical characteristics and personality in their subjects. MANUAL SETTING EXHIBIT PRINT: Entry will consist of a print that showcases the participant s ability to master the manual settings on the camera. 1) Manual Focus, 2) Manual Aperture, 3)Manual Shutter Speed, 4) Combination of any of the listed techniques, 5)Other technique not listed. *Remember to answer the additional question for this class on Part B of the data tag. CHALLENGING EXHIBIT PRINT: Entry will consist of a print that illustrates a special effect: 1) Double Exposure, 2) Light Painting, 3) Flash Multiple Exposure, 4) Filters, 5) Night Time Exposure, 6) Zooming (to create the effects of motion in your photo), 7) Digitally altered photos, 8) Other technique not listed. NEBRASKA PHOTOGRAPHY CAREER EXHIBIT PRINT: Explore a career as a commercial photographer. Commercial photographers take pictures that are used for promotional purposes. Commercial photographs are often used in print and online communication materials (advertisements, brochures, flyers, web sites, social media banners, direct messages, etc.). Capture commercial photos that tell the story of 4- H in your Nebraska community; photos should show the Nebraska 4-H Program in action. Photos may be used to promote the UNL Extension 4- H Youth Development Program. MY FAVORITE OTHER PICTURE: Any other favorite photo. Exhibit must be 8"x10" mounted in appropriate size cut matting (no frames) with a sandwich backing.