Youth Western Art Contest Rules and Guidelines

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1 Youth Western Art Contest Rules and Guidelines "Western art is representing the heritage and lifestyle of the west, historical as well as present day. The Brazos Valley Fair & Expo s intention is to encourage the education and appreciation of our western heritage through the Youth Western Art Contest. The above definition will therefore be the guideline as to what is considered western art for this contest. ELIGIBILITY This contest is open to Texas students currently enrolled in an accredited public or private school or a home school environment in the counties listed below. Any student participating in the contest must be a citizen of the United States. a) Brazos b) Burleson c) Grimes d) Leon CONTEST GUIDELINES e) Madison f) Milam g) Robertson h) Washington A. Artwork must be completed under the supervision of a school art teacher. If an art teacher is not available in the school district, the parent/guardian may supervise the artwork. Any legal issue arising from the infringement of the copyright law is the sole responsibility of the student and their parent(s)/ legal guardian(s). The Brazos Valley Fair & Expo will not be responsible for or involved in any legal issues arising from infringement. B. Students, parents, and teachers are not permitted to be present during the judging. C. Only one student may work on a single entry. No group projects. D. Categories for the Youth Western Art Contest include: Illustrations (paintings, drawing, etc.) and sculptures. E. Each student may enter (1) one piece of artwork in each category. Each piece of artwork must be titled. F. Each entry must have a completed Declaration, Release and Acknowledgement Form and Artwork Tag. The release must be signed by the teacher, student and parent/legal guardian if the student is under the age of 18 years. G. Entries awarded first, second or third, Honorable Mention, Best of Show, Grand Champion or Reserve Champion will be on display for the duration of the Brazos Valley Fair & Expo and will not be available for checkout until October 21, H. By entering artwork, the student agrees and understands that the Brazos Valley Fair & Expo reserves the right to reproduce the Grand Champion and Honorable Mention artwork for any purpose. Proceeds, if any, will benefit the Brazos Valley Fair & Expo in support of its mission. By entering their artwork, students relinquish their right to reproduce their artwork for profit. Students may reproduce their artwork for personal use. The Brazos Valley Fair & Expo reserves the right to hold the Grand Champion artwork until the Grand Champion for the next year is announced. JUDGING A. The following criteria will be used to judge the entries: (These criteria will be weighted equally) a) Composition Demonstrated use of aesthetic balance of visual weight, including object and color placement as it applies to the artwork Page 1

2 b) Craftsmanship with chosen medium Artist s use of brushwork, color mixing, blending and skilled control of materials used c) Demonstrated Artistic Skill- Artist s handling of proportion, linear and atmospheric perspective, value, contrast, accurate drawing of details of subject, correct size relationships (i.e., legs bend the right way, cows the right size for the barn, saddles and bridles don t have missing elements, etc.) d) Creative, Fresh Approach Skillful application of innovative approach to subject matter (i.e. unusual point of view, or other original approach) e) Western Theme Content Artists use of western theme in overall composition. f) Title of Artwork A great title will be thought-provoking and be an artist s way of enhancing emotion concerning the subject B. Judging will take place on Tuesday, October 14 th at the Brazos County Expo Complex. C. Judges will select winners for each category as follows: 1) First, second and third place from each grade level (K-12) 2) One Best of Show and two Honorable Mention pieces from each age division(pw, JR, INT, SR) 3) Using each Best of Show piece from each age division, the judge will select the Grand Champion and Reserve Champion in each Category. ENTRIES A. Entries will be classified by the following divisions according the student s grade level: a) Pee Wee: Grades K-2 b) Junior: Grades 3-5 c) Intermediate: Grades 6-8 d) Senior: Grades 9-12 B. Originality of artwork a) Student must indicate the source of inspiration on the Declaration, Release and Acknowledgement Form to avoid disqualification due to copying. Acceptable examples are: 1) In class model or display 2) Student s own or old family photograph 3) Teacher s Photograph 4) Student s imagination. b) All artwork must be the student s original composition. No copies, by hand, electronic or mechanical device, of any previously published piece of art, previously published photograph, or other copyright protected material will be allowed. c) The student s teacher or parent must certify the originality of the artwork on the Declaration, Release and Acknowledgement Form. C. Only the student submitting the artwork can perform work on the entry. D. Artwork should be titled. (See judging criteria) E. The art must be western art. The following are considered acceptable subject matter: a) Farm or ranch life (past or present) b) Cowboy or Rodeo events c) Texas agriculture landscape or an imaginative country and western scene d) Still life depicting cowboys, Native American or pioneer life e) Wildlife, native to the Continental USA and must be in a western setting f) Historical people or events (The Battle of The Alamo, the California Gold Rush, the Buffalo, etc.) g) Fair theme (such as the ferris wheel or livestock shows) Page 2

3 F. Certain subjects are categorized as NOT acceptable for the Youth Western Art Contest. The following will not be accepted and subject to disqualification: a) Satanic or violent art b) Nudes and inappropriate clothing, or lack thereof c) Items with profanity or of a lewd nature d) Gang symbols or themes e) Any wildlife not naturally found within the continental USA, such as tigers, zebra, elephants, etc. G. Certain types, styles and methods of artwork are NOT permitted in the Youth Western Art Contest. The following will not be accepted and subject to disqualification: a) Jewelry/ Belt buckles b) Photographic work (any photographs should be entered in the BVFE Photography Contest) c) Framed illustrations d) Wet paintings e) Charcoal or pastels that are not sprayed f) Entries made from mechanical or electronic devices such as (but not limited to): 1) Assistance of opaque or overhead projectors 2) Photocopied or otherwise professionally or mechanically reproduced images 3) Computer generated or computer enhanced art to include use of scanners 4) Sewing machine 5) No molds (only hand tools may be used) H. Certain materials may NOT be used in artwork submitted to the Youth Western Art Contest. Artwork using any of these materials will not be accepted and subject to disqualification: a) Glitter b) Plastic Figures c) Pre-packaged, pre-cut craft or art kits d) Commercial, newsprint lettering, stencils, or rub-on letters in their original form e) Sand (must be glued, not loose) f) Wax g) Any fragile material that easily breaks or may be damaged by routine handling during setting up or on display (i.e. Soft clay, glass, etc.) h) Living things i) Unfired clay j) Noodle art ILLUSTRATION GUIDELINES A. The following MEDIA are some examples of acceptable mediums: a) Pastels b) Watercolor c) Oil Paint d) Acrylic Paint e) Ink f) Charcoal g) Pencil h) Mixed Media i) Chalk j) Scratchboard B. Size of illustrations- Dimensions may be vertical or horizontal, but they must not exceed specified sizes. Incorrect sizes are subject to disqualification. a) Minimum- 11 X 14 (including up to 3 ½ mat) b) Maximum- 18 X 24 (including up to 3 ½ mat) C. Mounting and matting of illustrations: Page 3

4 a) Illustrations must be matted. Professional mats are acceptable, but they are not required. At a minimum, sturdy material such as poster board or heavy construction paper should be used that prevents sagging of artwork when hung. Mat boards are recommended. b) Mat size must not exceed 3 ½ on any side. Double matting is acceptable, but total width of the double matting must not exceed the 3 ½ maximum. c) Mat color is limited to white or black. d) Paintings on canvas with wooden stretcher frames, or on wood, must have a hook or wire on back for hanging, but need not be matted. e) Paintings on hardboard canvas may be matted or mounted with sturdy poster board instead of using hooks or wires. A minimum mat edge of 1 will enable the artwork to be displayed with clips without damage to the canvas board. f) Charcoals and pastels must be sprayed. g) Wet Paintings will not be accepted. D. Illustrations should have an envelope taped to the back, forming a pocket. Slip all the required forms into that pocket, but leave the envelope unsealed so that forms can be removed and replaced as needed. SCULPTURE GUIDELINES A. The following MEDIA are some examples of acceptable mediums : a) Clay (air, dried, or fired) b) Wire, chicken wire, etc. c) Wood d) Metal e) Plaster f) Paper Mache g) Any other material that meets the boundaries of our rules and regulations B. Sculptures should be well made and able to stand alone. Any sculpture made of any fragile material must have a base to support it. Our exhibit will be open to the public including small children, and although we do our best to protect all artwork, it is impossible for us to control the activity of every person viewing our exhibit. FRAGILE SCULPTURES SUBJECT TO DAMAGE BY ROUTINE HANDLING SHOULD NOT BE ENTERED. Soft clay will not be accepted. We will not be responsible for damage! C. Maximum size- Sculptures are not to exceed 20 in height or width, including the base. D. Weight- Sculptures should not weigh more than 35 pounds. E. Sculpture must be submitted in a secure container, padding is optional but strongly encouraged. Tape an envelope to the side of the box, forming a pocket. Slip all the required forms into that pocket, but leave the envelope unsealed so that forms can be removed and replaced as needed. ENTERING/ CHECKING OUT ARTWORK A. Entry Deadline: There will be two deadlines for students to submit their artwork. Please note that artwork will also be accepted during the two deadline times but all entries must be submitted by October 7, No entries will be accepted after the final entry deadline. First entry deadline: June 20, 2014 (artwork must be delivered by 4pm) a. Student s artwork submitted by this deadline will be on display throughout the Brazos Valley from July through September as part of the Artwork Tour Around Town. b. Student s artwork submitted by this deadline that receives an award will be on display throughout the duration of the Brazos Valley Fair & Expo, October 17-19, Page 4

5 c. Entry fees: Each piece of artwork entered into the contest will be charged an entry fee of 5.00, due at the time entries are submitted. Final entry deadline: October 7, 2014 (artwork must be delivered by 4pm) a) Student s artwork submitted by this deadline that receives an award will be on display throughout the duration of the Brazos Valley Fair & Expo, October 17-19, b) Entry fees: Each piece of artwork entered into the contest will be charged an entry fee of 10.00, due at the time entries are submitted. B. In order for an entry to be complete the following must be submitted: a) Completed Declaration, Release and Acknowledgement Form b) 2 Completed Artwork Tags - One for the Brazos Valley Fair & Expo and one for the student to use in claiming their artwork c) Entry fees C. Students and/or teachers are encouraged to deliver artwork projects to the Brazos Valley Fair & Expo at the Brazos County Expo Center. Entries may also be mailed in. The Brazos Valley Fair & Expo is not responsible for any damage done to any artwork in the shipping process. Entries will not be delivered or mailed after the show. Artwork is to be picked up beginning October 21, 2014 at 10am. You must have your Artwork Tag Receipt to claim your artwork. AWARDS Mailing Address: Brazos Valley Fair & Expo Attention: Youth Western Art P.O. Box 594 Bryan, TX Awards will be distributed as follows: ILLUSTRATION CATEGORY First, Second and Third Place (Per Grade) Honorable Mention (per Division) Best of Show (per Division) Grand Champion Reserve Champion Physical Address: Brazos County Expo Center 5827 Leonard Road Bryan, TX Ribbon Rosette Rosette 50 Gift Certificate & Banner 25 Gift Certificate & Banner SCULPTURE CATEGORY Grand Champion Reserve Champion 50 Gift Certificate & Banner 25 Gift Certificate & Banner Page 5

6 October 17-19, Youth Western Art Contest First Entry Deadline: June 20, 2014 Final Entry Deadline: October 7, 2014 ONE ENTRY FORM PER EXHIBITOR Name: Date of Birth: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: School: Category (Sculpture or Illustration) Title Total of Entry Fees Included DECLARATION OF ORIGINALITY Grade: Age Division (CIRCLE ONE): Pee Wee(K-2), Junior(3-5), Intermediate(6-8), Senior(9-12) Entry Fee (5.00 per entry) Tag # (Office Use) I (we) hereby certify that this is my work. It has not been copied or reproduced from other artwork or photograph by means of tracing, duplicating, or any other means. Further, I (we) certify that I have not used mechanical devices such as opaque projectors, photocopiers, or used computer-enhanced pictures. I (we) agree that the Brazos Valley Fair & Exposition (B.V.F.E.) will not be responsible for any copyright infringements, and I (we) will release and indemnify them from any and all claims. I (we) have read the Youth Western Art Rules and Guidelines, as well as the Artwork Release and agree to the terms. I (we) understand that any award I may receive may be forfeited if it is determined that my artwork was copied or if I fail to comply with any of the Rules and Guidelines. I (we) agree to abide by the rules of this competition as provided to me by the Western Art Committee and B.V.F.E. I (we) agree that the Western Art Committee and B.V.F.E. are not responsible for NEGLIGENCE, LOSS, THEFT, ACTS OF ANY OTHER PERSON, OR DAMAGE. I (we) grant my permission to be photographed or interviewed in connection with B.V.F.E. I (we) waive any rights I (we) may have in the artwork, and release, discharge and agree to save B.V.F.E. from any liability by virtue of the use of the artwork. I (WE) UNDERSTAND THAT IF MY ARTWORK IS JUDGED TO BE A WINNNING ENTRY, B.V.F.E. RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REPRODUCE THE ARTWORK FOR ANY PURPOSE. PROCEEDS, IF ANY WILL BENEFIT THE B.V.F.E. IN SUPPORT OF ITS MISSION. I (WE) RELINQUISH THE RIGHT TO REPRODUCE MY ARTWORK FOR PROFIT. I (we) understand that any artwork not picked up by me or my representatives as instructed may not be returned. Artwork that is exhibited during the Brazos Valley Fair, which is not retained by B.V.F.E, must be picked up no later than two weeks after Sunday, October 19, 2014 at the Brazos County Expo Complex. I (we) understand that I (we) must have the Artwork Tag Receipt to pick up artwork. By signing the form below you are agreeing that the work done is completely original. Originality, for the purpose of this contest includes compostion. Please do not allow your students to copy ANY published artwork, including, but not limited to textbooks, magazines, encyclopedias, etc.

7 ARTWORK RELEASE I (we) hereby acknowledge that I (we) give permission to the Brazos Valley Fair & Exposition (B.V.F.E.) and whomever it may authorize the absolute right and permission to copyright, publish, and/or use photographic portraits, motion pictures, and/or video reproductions of me or my artwork and/or my participation in the art program in which I (we) or my artwork may be included in whole or in part, or composite, or distorted in character for form, in conjunction with my own or a fictitious name or reproduction thereof, in color or otherwise, made through any media at a studio, on the grounds, or any location of B.V.F.E. or elsewhere, for advertising, editorial, educational, trade, or any other lawful purpose whatsoever as deemed necessary by B.V.F.E. I (we) hereby further acknowledge that I (we) give permission for this use without receipt of any financial consideration or compensation now or in the future, and that I (we) waive any right that I (we) may have to inspect and/or approve the finished product that may be used in connection therewith, or the use to which it may be applied. I (we) further acknowledge that my (our) voluntary consent to waiving of any rights and/or privileges which I (we) might have in this matter is prerequisite to my entering and to my competing in any contest whatsoever held in connection with and sanctioned by B.V.F.E. and that a properly executed copy of this release is a part of my valid application to be a contestant in any such event. I (we) understand that if I (we) do not sign and return this agreement, my artwork will not be judged or displayed at the exhibit at the Brazos Valley Fair or any other event sponsored by B.V.F.E. I (we) hereby release, discharge and agree to save B.V.F.E. from any liability by virtue of any blurring, distortion, alteration, optical illusion or use in composite from whether intentional or otherwise, that might occur or be produced in the taking of pictures, or in any processing tending toward the completion of the finished product. I (we) hereby further waive all claims and rights, monetary or otherwise, that may arise because of any additional or future use of my artwork or other above described material at this or any other future time; and I (we) acknowledge that B.V.F.E shall retain sole right for designating the use of this material by either B.V.F.E. or by persons and concerns it my duly authorize. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We have read this document in its entriety and we understand that it is a release of all claims. We appreciate and assume all risks inherent in this event. Signature of Student: Signature of Parent: Date: Date: Signature of Teacher: Date: ARTWORK RECEIPT INFORMATION Artwork Receipts should be completed by the student and submitted with the artwork. Please make a copy of the receipt for yourself and/or your students. We will keep the original with the artwork, and you will need the copy to claim your piece(s) after the show. DO NOT FILL IN ID #. We will assign the numbers as we receive the artwork. But please have one completed form for each piece of artwork when you drop off your artwork for judging. Entry fees will not be refunded or transferred, but categories may be changed when entry is delivered. Entry form must be completed in its entirety and payment included. Mail entry form to: Brazos Valley Fair & Expo Attn. Creative Arts P. O. Box 594 Bryan, TX 77806

8 ARTIST SCHOOL GRADE TEACHER Please complete 1 tag for each piece of artwork. Keep a photocopy of the completed tag for your records. You must present this tag to have your artwork returned. The all winning pieces will be exhibited before/during the Fair. (Initial) ARTIST SCHOOL GRADE TEACHER Please complete 1 tag for each piece of artwork. Keep a photocopy of the completed tag for your records. You must present this tag to have your artwork returned. The all winning pieces will be exhibited before/during the Fair. (Initial) ARTIST SCHOOL GRADE TEACHER Please complete 1 tag for each piece of artwork. Keep a photocopy of the completed tag for your records. You must present this tag to have your artwork returned. The all winning pieces will be exhibited before/during the Fair. (Initial) Those pieces displayed during or before the Fair may be picked up after the last day of the Fair, Sunday, October 20 th. Alternate Contact Information (other than student or teacher) Name Telephone Number _ TITLE MEDIUM SOURCE ID# (ID# for Office Use Only) Those pieces displayed during or before the Fair may be picked up after the last day of the Fair, Sunday, October 20 th. Alternate Contact Information (other than student or teacher) Name Telephone Number _ TITLE MEDIUM SOURCE ID# (ID# for Office Use Only) Those pieces displayed during or before the Fair may be picked up after the last day of the Fair, Sunday, October 20 th. Alternate Contact Information (other than student or teacher) Name Telephone Number _ TITLE MEDIUM SOURCE ID# (ID# for Office Use Only)