Who:
This competition is open to all amateur and professional artists, photographers,
and crafters. There is a special category for children under age 12. Entries for "Exhibition
Only" are also welcome.
What:
Photography (black and white or color)
Videos
Charcoal, pen/pencil, pastel, computer art, acrylic, oil, watercolor
Sculpture
Handicrafts (needlepoint, jewelry, quilting, etc.)
Children's art and photography
Entries for "exhibition only" are welcome
Personal Creations:
All entries must be the sole personal work of the entrant. Beardie videos, however, may be
entered by a group of people who took part in their production. Amateur vs. Professional
Status: An entrant will be deemed a professional within a category if he/she has earned more
than $500 from work done within that category. For a video group entry, the group will be
classified as professional if any one member of that group had more than $500 in earnings from
video-related work. Note that it is possible for a person to be considered a professional
in one category, but still be an amateur in a different category.
Photos/Art Size Limitation:
Photos and flat artwork must be at least 5" x 7". The maximum size is 16" x 20" (up to 18"
x 22" matted). All photos and flat artwork must be matted or flush-mounted.
Other Disqualifiers:
Judges, recognizable people, winners' photos and signatures are not allowed. Any recognizable
people in the photos must be members of the entrant's immediate family or accompanied by a copy of
a standard photographic release form signed by each non-family member in the photo.
Videos Format:
All Beardie videos must be submitted on a standard, U.S. format VHS cassette.
More than one entry may be included on the same tape cassette. Videos may tell a short story,
or simply be some artful images that capture "Beardiness."
Length:
Videos are limited to five minutes in length. The five-minute rules will be strictly enforced.
Other Disqualifiers:
Any recognizable people in the video must be members of the entrant's immediate family, or
accompanied by a copy of a standard photographic release form signed by each non-family member in
the video.
Crafts
All other type of Beardie-related artwork or crafts not specifically mentioned above shall be
entered in this classification. Please identify each piece submitted with a name and mailing
address attached to some hidden part of the piece. No signatures or other identifies should
be visible on the pieces entered.
Where/When:
Contest submissions will be displayed in the hospitality room during the run of the show.
Awards:
Awards and prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each art, photography, and craft
category. There will be a Best in Show award. Each child will receive a ribbon for
participating. The decisions of the judges are final.
Entries and Deadlines:
Every entry must have a completed Art/Photo Entry Form
with a $5 entry fee received by the Chairperson no later than September 8, 2000. This
include all entries-those that are mailed and those that will be hand delivered. Late
Reservations forms will not be accepted. Mailed entries must have a Reservation Form
firmly affixed to the back indicating name, address, category, and professional or amateur status.
If a children's entry, please indicate age. Mailed entries must be shipped in a
reusable container with return postage enclosed. All hand delivered entries must be
delivered by October 12. Hand delivered entries must have a Reservation Form with entry
fee sent to Art-Photo Chair by September 8. Please see Art/Photo Entry Form.
Returns:
All items can be picked up in Hospitality Room until October 15. Mailed entries with a
reusable container and adequate postage will be posted no later than Friday, October 20, 2000.
Liability:
Every precaution will be taken to avoid damage to entries. The Chair, BCCA, CBCC, and the
Olympia Resort will not assume responsibility in the event of loss or damage. The BCCA
reserves the right to refuse any entry.
Questions:
Ginny Aulik
1708 Parkview Ave.
Rockford, IL 61107-1824
815.399.1902
Email: beardies@inwave.com
