Visual Arts

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AWARDS:

Purple - $2.50   Blue - $2.00

Red - $1.50   White - $1.00 

                                      

ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE ABLE TO BE EASILY MOVED BY 2 PEOPLE. 

The purpose of the Visual Arts projects is to learn design principles and develop design techniques. In addition, youth should work to communicate a personal voice, with intention, through their work. Be sure to take note of the rules section to develop a successful project. By completing supporting documentation, youth will examine their choices and demonstrate an understanding of the elements of art and principles of design.

GENERAL RULES 

Visual Arts exhibits are evaluated by these criteria: 

  1. Original Work - Items must be the original work of the 4-H member and should show creativity and originality. No copyrighted images or master studies.
  2. Display - Ready for Professional Display - All exhibits must be presented appropriately for the medium(s) used and ready to be professionally displayed. 2-dimensional pieces on paper must be framed behind glass/plexiglass. Canvas boards should be framed but glass/plexiglass is not necessary. Stretched canvases do not need frames as long as staples are not visible on the edges. All 2-dimensional pieces must be ready to hang using a sawtooth or wire hanger.
  3. Entries per Exhibitor: See general rules.
  4. ENTRY TAGS: Entry tags should include a visual description of the exhibit, including size, dominant color, and subject to aid in identification.
  5. IDENTIFICATION: In addition to the entry tag, a label with the exhibitor’s name and county should be attached to each separate piece of the exhibit. 
  6. Supporting Information: Supporting information is required for all Visual Arts exhibits. Information must include responses to at least two reflection questions and steps taken to complete the project. 
  7. Exhibits without supporting information will be dropped a ribbon placing.
  8. Exhibits may utilize any medium or combination of mediums on any surface. All exhibits must be appropriately presented and ready to be professionally displayed. Artwork should depict the artist's own interpretation of the theme. All exhibits should include an explanation of how the piece reflects the theme and what ideas or thoughts the artist was attempting to express or communicate.

 

VISUAL ART MEDIUMS

Resource: https://4hcurriculum.unl.edu/index.php/main/program_project/51

Use techniques from manual or comparable techniques. Attach information to explain steps taken. Information must also include element or principle of design used. (p. 8-9) 

CLASSES 

C260001       Original acrylic painting 

C260002       Original oil painting 

C260003       Original watercolor 

C260004       Original Pencil Drawing

C260005       Original Charcoal Drawing

C260006       Original Ink Drawing

C260007       Original Fiber Art - Could include weaved art, dyed fabric, felted wool, cotton linter, batik, etc.

C260008      Original Sculpture - Could include Styrofoam, wood, cardboard, paper, metal, wire, etc.

C260009       Original Ceramic Pottery - No purchased ceramic pottery. Must be glazed and fired. May be any hand-built technique or wheel thrown. May be functional or non-functional. Could include slab built, pinch pots, coil built, wheel thrown, etc.

C260010       Original Painting on Purchased Ceramic Surface - No hand-built or wheel thrown pottery. May be functional or non-functional. Could include figurines, cups, bowls, etc.

C260011       Original Single Media Not Listed - Could include digital art, leathercrafting, printmaking, stained glass, pastels, scratchboard, sand painting, encaustic painting, chalk, etc.

C260012       Original Mixed Media - Could include any combination of two or more other mediums or materials.

VISUAL ART THEMES

Exhibits may utilize any medium or combination of mediums on any surface. All exhibits must be appropriately presented and ready to be professionally displayed. Artwork should depict the artist's own interpretation of the theme. All exhibits should include an explanation of how the piece reflects the theme and what ideas or thoughts the artist was attempting to express or communicate

CLASSES 

C261001 - Original Art Inspired by Plants or Animals - Could involve but is not limited to domestic animals, pets, agriculture, wild animals, wildlife conservation, house plants, fruit, vegetables, flowers, native plants, trees, etc.

C261002 - Original Art Inspired by Landscapes - Could involve but is not limited to rural landscapes, natural environments, man-made environments, urban landscapes, extraterrestrial landscapes, oceanic scenes, buildings, fantasy landscapes, agricultural landscapes, etc.

C261003 - Original Art Inspired by People- Could involve but is not limited to cultural art, modern society, portraits, daily life, careers, families, emotions, etc.

C261004 - Original Art Inspired by Artist's Choice - Could involve but is not limited to food, cars, fantasy worlds, imaginary characters, science-fiction, history, etc.