ELEMENTARY MANUAL
AREA TWO: FINE ARTS: ART
DIVISION 3: ART
CALLIGRAPHY
CRAFTS
STILL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY
PEOPLE AND ANIMAL PHOTOGRAPHY
LANDSCAPE AND ARCHITECTURE PHOTOGRAPHY
MIXED MEDIA
MONOCHROMATIC DRAWING
POLYCHROMATIC DRAWING
OIL PAINTING
ACRYLIC PAINTING
PRINTMAKING
SCULPTURE
TEXTILES
WATERCOLOR PAINTING
GENERAL RULES
1.
Each school may enter one student per art category.
2.
Each entry will be the original creation of the participant alone, but the participant may have had
advice or instruction. No group projects are permitted.
3.
Each entry must have been created since the last GACS Festival.
4.
A student may enter artwork in several different categories.
5.
Disqualification of the entry or deduction of points from the total score may result if artwork done
in a medium which might smear has not been properly prepared.
Examples:
Oil or acrylic paint that is not completely dry
Charcoal or pastels that have not been sealed with fixative
Unfired clay (greenware)
Other similar situations
SUBJECT MATTER
1.
Entries are not restricted to sacred themes, but entries that reflect sensualism, humanism, occultism,
or worldliness will be DISQUALIFIED. Any subject detrimental to spiritual edification will not be
allowed. No weapons are allowed.
2.
Students should do original drawings or paintings from imagination or actual life. Copying of any
existing artwork (painting, drawing, illustration, etc.) is prohibited.
3.
Working from a personal photograph taken by the entrant is allowed. Other photographs may be
used, but only if the student has strived to be creative in his interpretation of the photograph, rather
than trying to copy it exactly. Any photographs used must be submitted with the artwork; they
should be placed in an envelope, marked with the student’s name and school, and taped to the back
of the piece.
PRESENTATION
1.
Two-dimensional artwork must be mounted or matted in white, off-white (ivory), tan, or black
mounting or matting. The mat should be no less than 2 inches wide; 3-5 inches is preferred. Double
matting is permitted, as long as the under mat does not show more than ¼ inch width of
contrasting color inside the main neutral-colored mat. Photographs must use white matting.
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3.
4.
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Work may be protected with clear acetate, if desired. No framing is allowed, except in mixed media
and craft if the frame is an integral part of the overall composition of the work. Any other framed
piece will receive a five-point deduction off the final score.
For presentation of oil and/or acrylic paintings, see suggestions under those categories.
Three-dimensional work should include, if possible, an attached base if one is needed to display the
work. No object (i.e. flowers, plants, furniture, toys, etc.) is to be displayed other than the work
itself.
FORMS AND PAPERWORK
1.
Each entry must have attached to one of the accompanying adjudication forms a completed copy of
the Artist’s Idea Statement, including his signature, found in Appendix C, giving the source of the
student’s idea and explaining how he developed his artwork from the idea. It is extremely important
to be specific in giving details to validate originality. Photographs showing the development of the
artwork may be included if desired.
2.
Photography entries should use the photography idea statement, found in Appendix C.
3.
Each entry must have an official identification card giving the contestant’s name, school, grade,
category, medium, and title of work attached to the front or base of the piece when submitted for
competition. A copy of this card can be found in Appendix C with the artist idea statement.
4.
Points will be deducted from the total score if any of the following are missing when the artwork is
presented for judging: official art contest ID card, two prepared current adjudication forms, signed
idea statement, and any photograph used for reference.
ART RULES BY CATEGORY
CALLIGRAPHY
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Lettering should be done with a broad-nib calligraphy pen, preferably either metal or fiber
tip.
2.
No traced letters or dry-transfer lettering will be acceptable.
3.
Any style of calligraphy may be used.
4.
The entry may contain other elements, such as illustration or illumination, but the lettering
should be the dominant element.
5.
Lettering must be done by the student himself, but may be based on an example supplied by
the teacher or taken from a book.
CRAFTS
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
A craft entry can be anything that is not strictly a sculpture and that conforms to Rule #2,
below. A craft is traditionally used for utilitarian purposes and may be made in multiples.
2.
Types of projects may include the following: jewelry making; stained glass; candle making;
wearable art using appliqué, felting, paints, batik, or tie-dye items; basketry; tole painting;
wood burning; decoupage; diorama; beadwork; leather work; metal repousse; (punched
and/or tooled designs into metal); paper mosaic; and painted designs on objects (of glass,
wood, metal, etc.) made by the student.
3.
No kits or commercially-produced plans or parts of such are acceptable. Purchased findings
(pin backs or earring backs for jewelry) may be used.
4.
Entries are to be original and handmade, not copied from a pattern. Original student plans
(sketches or patterns), must be included with the work.
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PHOTOGRAPHY GENERAL RULES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
The only equipment that can be used to take the photo is a camera and an attached flash. No
scanned photos allowed.
No “photo essay” (a series of photos that tell a story) is allowed.
Absolutely no spot-editing is allowed, and the use of any type of selection tool is prohibited.
Post-shot adjustments may be made to the image in a photo-editing program as long as the
modification is applied to the whole image. This includes levels, black & white conversion,
hue/saturation, sizing/rotation, cropping, etc. However, no filters (or non-Photoshop
equivalent) may be applied to the image, with the exception of sharpen or despeckle, which
are allowed.
No commercial clip art may be used in the photograph.
If not immediately obvious, please indicate “TOP” and “BOTTOM” on the back of the
mount or mat.
The size of the print must be a minimum 8x10 inches.
The picture is to be printed on photo grade paper, not regular copy paper; the surface may
be glossy, matte, or satin finish.
Photographs must be matted with a white matte.
The print will be judged on the basis of composition, aesthetic appeal, and originality.
STILL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY
The photograph may be color or black and white of a still life, macro photography, or
design.
LANDSCHAPE AND ARCHITECTURE PHOTOGRAPHY
The photograph may be color or black and white of landscape or architecture.
PEOPLE AND ANIMAL PHOTOGRAPHY
The photograph may be color or black and white of people or animals.
MIXED MEDIA
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Mixed media includes two or three-dimensional artwork which showcases two or more
media, such as watercolor, India ink, and chalk, or oil paints and sand, or oil pastels and
tempera paint, etc.
2.
The artwork should not be able to fit appropriately into any other category.
MONOCHROMATIC DRAWING
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Monochromatic drawing is done in only one color.
2.
The student may use ink, pencil, charcoal, wash drawing (painting with diluted ink) or
another drawing medium.
3.
Charcoal drawings must be sealed with a protective spray or be covered with clear acetate.
(Caution: When using spray fixative, be sure to follow manufacturer’s instructions on the
label for safe use.)
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POLYCHROMATIC DRAWING
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Polychromatic drawing is done in more than one color.
2.
The student may use pastels, crayons, colored pencils, markers, or another drawing medium;
a combination of these media is acceptable.
3.
Work done in a medium subject to smearing must be sealed with a fixative or be covered
with clear acetate. (Caution: When using spray fixative, be sure to follow manufacturer’s
instructions on the label for safe use.)
OIL PAINTING
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Oil painting involves the use of oil-based paints and appropriate solvents.
2.
The painting should be done on a canvas textured art board.
3.
The painting must be completely dry before being submitted, or it will be DISQUALIFIED.
4.
A painting done on stretched canvas may be “finished” to cover tacks, frayed canvas, etc., in
one of the following ways:
a.
Cover the edges using coated fabric tape (such as “Mystic” brand) in a neutral color
(black, white, gray, tan, or brown) only.
b.
Tack “lattice” strips (very thin wood about 1 inch wide) along the edges. The
wooden strips may be stained or varnished, but not painted in a color.
ACRYLIC PAINTING
SPECIFIC RULES:
1. Acrylic painting involves the use of acrylic polymer paints. Additional substances may be used
for textural effects, as long as the surface of the work remains paint.
2. Paint should be applied to a ground suitable to the medium. These include, but are not limited
to, canvas, wood, and assorted art boards.
3. A painting done on stretched canvas may be “finished” to cover tacks, frayed canvas, etc., in one
of the following ways:
a. Cover the edges using coated fabric tape (such as “Mystic” brand) in a neutral color
(black, white, gray, tan, or brown) only.
b. Tack “lattice” strips (very thin wood about 1 inch wide) along the edges. The wooden
strips may be stained or varnished, but not painted in a color.
PRINTMAKING
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Printmaking involves a design or picture carved or engraved into one surface, then inked and
transferred to another surface.
2.
The following media may be used: linoleum block, woodcut, dry point, collagraph, and silk
screen.
3.
The printing block (original carved or etched surface) must be presented along with a
finished print. Monoprints and screenprints do not need to include a printing block.
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SCULPTURE
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Sculpture is the art of carving (wood, foam, or plaster), modeling (natural or artificial clay or
faux stone), or combining (wood pieces, cardboard, found objects, paper) to produce a
realistic or abstract work in three dimensions. Good subjects for sculptures are people,
animals, portrait heads, bas-relief of a scene, and abstract compositions of 3-D forms.
Traditionally a sculpture is a fine art that is one-of-a kind, and meant for aesthetics only.
2.
Acceptable materials include, but are not limited to, wood, plaster, stone, metal, wire, wax,
ceramic slip, clay (both fired and unfired), paper-maché, balsa foam, paper, and modeling
compounds.
3.
The use of a mold is permitted only if the student has helped to make the mold and has
poured the object himself. The mold must be presented with the finished artwork.
4.
No objects should be displayed other than the sculpture itself.
5.
A sculpture base is optional.
TEXTILES
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Entries may be selected from the following: macramé, weaving, needlework of any kind,
string or thread art, rug making, or batik.
2.
Commercial designs may not be printed or transferred to the fabric. Designs may be referred
to when counting stitches but must not be copied exactly; the student may incorporate
some elements of different designs into his own creation.
3.
For cross-stitch, embroidery, needlepoint, etc., a copy of the student’s original design (a
roughly penciled plan is all right), as well as any commercial designs referred to must be
submitted with the project.
4.
Painted designs on garments are not allowed, unless the contestant has designed and made
the garment himself. No purchased garments, towels, etc. are permitted.
WATERCOLOR PAINTING
SPECIFIC RULES:
1.
Any water-based medium, such as watercolor paints, gouache, or tempera, may be used.
2.
Either translucent or opaque techniques are acceptable.
3.
Proper watercolor paper (with a “tooth,” or rough surface) should be used for best results.
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Photography Artist’s Idea Statement
(Please print or type)
NAME _______________________________________________
SCHOOL _______________________________________
CITY
CATEGORY ____________________________________
TITLE OF ENTRY ___________________________
Recording Medium
___Film – negative
___Film – positive (slide, transparency)
___Digital
Camera Type
___Point and Shoot
___SLR (single lens reflect
___TLR (twin lens reflect)
___View or Press Camera
___Rangefinder
Color Mode of Original
___Color
___Black & White
______________________________________
File Format of Original (digital)
___RAW
___JPG
___TIF
Processing Software (digital)
___ADOBE Lightroom
___Aperture
___Picasa
___Other_________________________
1.
Who printed the final image?
2.
How or why did you select this particular subject? Where did you get the idea?
3.
When did you take the original image?
4.
When was the final image made?
5.
What assistance did you receive from others?
a.
In planning?
b.
While working on the piece?
ISO*
___50
___100
___200
___400
___800
___1600
___3200
___Other_____________
___Unknown
Exposure *(Shutter and f/stop)
ISO/Exposure non-applicable if
does not have manual settings
STATEMENT OF ORIGINALITY
I certify that this project is my own original and authentic work and that I received no help in completing this
project other than general instruction and supervision.
_______________________________________________
Student’s signature
_________________
Date
This idea statement is to be attached to one of the two judging forms accompanying the artwork. Points will be deducted
if it is missing or incomplete. Use the back of this sheet if you need more space. Type if possible!
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