[Artemisia] Estrella Arts and Sciences 3

[julia.jackman-brink]

Been that kind of day, here is part 3 for the second time...

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*CROWNS AND CORONETS defined as a single device to signify rank within 
the scope of our time period of study (Pre-17th century). Any medium 
that is appropriate to the period is acceptable.

Judging areas in this category are defined as:

DOCUMENTATION_ General description. Lists and dates when types of 
materials, techniques and tools were available to be used. Have 
drawings, pictures, ,and diagrams been included. Cite examples, list 
sources. Is a bibliography included

COMPLEXITY AND/OR DIFFICULTY _Complexity of steps in creating this item. 
Was the item constructed using period tools or techniques where 
practical (like coping saws or chisels instead of mechanical saw, 
gold_plating substituted for fire_gilding, etc.) Complexity of design 
and steps involved. Was the pattern original, hand_drafted, 
reproduction, commercial, or a combination. Difficulty of execution with 
construction techniques, materials, and embellishments used

WORKMANSHIP_ Well_finished, structurally sound, complete, finely 
wrought. Materials used were period or reasonable facsimiles thereof 
(i.e., brass or gold/fill substituted for carat gold, semi_precious 
stones substituted for precious, modern glass rods or sheet used, etc.). 
If leather are the edges finished. Are any decorations and accessories 
well executed and securely attached. Is stitching secure. Are seams 
finished. Are dyes, paints and finishes, if used, evenly applied. Do 
they rub off. Are cut pieces well cut and fastened together securely. Is 
articulation, if any, smooth, flexible and sturdy. If any clasps, 
hinges, catches or handles are used, are they securely attached and 
fully functional. Is the work clean.

AESTHETIC QUALITIES_ Is the product finished properly. Is it 
attractively presented. Has artistry, if appropriate, been shown in the 
choice of materials used. Is the overall effect pleasing and/or useful. 
Design appropriate for item in period. Is the piece clean, neat, and 
well constructed. Are any attached accessories appropriate to the piece. 
Are they well chosen and executed. Are styles used appropriate to the 
period of the piece. Does the design fill its space appropriately. Are 
any attached accessories appropriate to the piece. Are they well chosen 
and executed. Is the design pleasing. Is the overall effect pleasing.

CREATIVITY AND/OR AUTHENTICITY_ An authentic reproduction requires the 
use of creativity. To what degree has the entrant used creativity in 
adapting materials, tools, and processes. Does it give the appearance 
and impression of a period work.

C&C Helps and Hints:
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* You will be given a ticket when you bring your item in for this 
category....you will need this ticket to redeem your item from the lock 
boxes at the end of the day.

* A tag with your number will need to be attached to the item

* All safety measurers are being taken to insure the safety of your 
item. They include plans for:

1. A locked showcase to house the Crowns made by M’lady Oona Ni'Sean 
U'Brian of House Blackshield in the Barony of Atenveldt

2. Private Guard for security (thank you to the House Sleeping Dragon of 
Atenveldt(AKA the Brute Squad)

3. Only the judges will be allowed to touch the Crowns. Judges will be 
wearing gloves.


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*BOOKBINDING: defined as a single object that shows the skills of 
binding a book together during the scope of our time period of study 
(Pre-17th century). Any medium that is appropriate to the period is 
acceptable.

Judging areas in this category are defined as:

DOCUMENTATION: General description. List dates when types of materials, 
techniques and tools were available to be used. Have drawings, pictures, 
and diagrams been included? Cite examples, list sources. Is a 
bibliography included?

COMPLEXITY AND/OR DIFFICULTY: Are all elements regular, well-formed 
consistent, no visible corrections. Is the work extremely complex or 
difficult, are there significant challenges executed. Are techniques in 
keeping with the style used?

WORKMANSHIP: Is the piece a balanced, well proportioned, appropriate to 
the period / style? Is binding material appropriate to period style 
chosen? Have period pigments and/or inks been used. Do the compositional 
elements reflect a period style? Were period tools (brushes, pens, 
etc.), or reasonable substitutes used. Is design appropriate to intended 
period? Are letters evenly and correctly formed? Is the page layout 
appropriate and well designed?

AESTHETIC QUALITIES: Does the work successfully recreates the style 
chosen? Does the artist demonstrated mastery? Is the item pleasing to 
the eye?

CREATIVITY AND/OR AUTHENTICITY: An authentic reproduction requires the 
use of creativity. To what degree has the entrant used creativity in 
adapting materials, tools, and processes? Does it give the appearance 
and impression of a period work?

Bookbinding Helps and Hints:
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* bring a table cloth to cover your area of the table
* Judges will be wearing gloves when judging.
* A magnifying glass is suggested for viewing.

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