An interview judging schedule is included in front of the fair book. All entries NOT interview judged must be entered before 12:00 noon on Home Design and Restoration/Visual Arts judging day. (See 4-H Entry Schedule). Members may exhibit only in classes under the project enrolled in and only one exhibit per class may be entered.
Items must be the original work of the 4-H member and should show creativity and originality. No copyrighted images or master studies. All exhibits must be presented appropriately for the medium(s) used and ready to be professionally displayed. All 2-dimensional pieces on paper must be framed behind glass/plexiglass. Canvas boards should be framed but glass/plexiglass is not necessary. Wrapped canvas (if staples not visible on edge) is accepted without framing. All 2-dimensional pieces must be ready to hang using a sawtooth or wire hanger. In addition to an entry card issued by the Extension Office, be sure to securely attach a label to exhibit with name, county, class number and description in the event the entry tag becomes separated from the exhibit. Entry tags should include a visual description of the exhibit, including size, dominant color, and subject to aid in identification. All wall hangings and framed exhibits must include a means for hanging. Items not ready for display will be dropped one ribbon placing.
SUPPORTING INFORMATION - Supporting information is required for ALL Visual Arts exhibits. Exhibits with missing or incomplete supporting information will be dropped one ribbon placing. Attach information to explain steps taken. Information must also include element(s) or principle(s) of design used and steps taken to complete the project. Supporting information must be securely attached to the back of the piece. Supporting Information template can be found at http://platte.unl.edu. Class Changes: Exhibits must be entered in the appropriate class based on the medium(s) used or theme. No class changes will be made after check-in. Exhibits in inappropriate classes may be dropped a ribbon placing. Supporting information may provide evidence or justification for the piece being entered in a specific class.
Premium: Purple $4.50; Blue $4.00; Red $3.50; White $3.00
Visual Art Themes (State Fair Eligible)
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.
Class No.
C 261 1 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.
C 261 2 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.
C 261 3 ORIGINAL ART INSPIRED BY PEOPLE - Could involve but is not limited to cultural art, modern society, portraits, daily life, careers, families, emotions, etc.
C 261 4 ORIGINAL ART INSPIRED BY ARTIST’S CHOICE - Could involve but is not limited to food, cars, fantasy worlds, imaginary characters, science-fiction, history, etc.
Visual Art Mediums (State Fair Eligible)
Use techniques from manual or comparable techniques. Attach information to explain steps taken. Information must also include element or principle of design used. (Portfolio Pathways Manual p. 8-9)
Class No.
C 260 1 ORIGINAL ACRYLIC PAINTING
C 260 2 ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
C 260 3 ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR
C 260 4 ORIGINAL PENCIL DRAWING
C 260 5 ORIGINAL CHARCOAL DRAWING
C 260 6 ORIGINAL INK DRAWING
C 260 7 ORIGINAL FIBER ART - Could include weaved art, dyed fabric, felted wool, cotton linter, batik, etc.
C 260 8 ORIGINAL SCULPTURE - Could include Styrofoam, wood, cardboard, paper, metal, wire, etc.
C 260 9 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.
C 260 10 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.
C 260 11 ORIGINAL SINGLE MEDIA NOT LISTED - Could include digital art, leathercrafting, printmaking, stained glass, pastels, scratchboard, sand painting, encaustic painting, chalk, etc.
C 260 12 ORIGINAL MIXED MEDIA - Could include any combination of two or more other mediums or materials.