Sculpture

Description:

The art of three-dimensional forms and designs.

Overview:
Develop a three-dimensional artistic design encompassing length, width, and depth from solid or malleable material such as wood, stone, clay, plaster, resin or paper.

Acceptable Mediums:

● Sculpture (wood, clay, metal, etc.)
● Mixed Media
● Digital 3D Modeling (3D printing, CNC machining, etc.)
● Installation Art

Notes for Judges ● Each contestant will have 3 minutes to present their project and then the judging co-hort will have 5 minutes for any follow up questions and quick deliberations before the next contestant. Each contestant will only have an allocated time frame of 10 minutes. ● You should not under any circumstances engage with the students before or after the competition until the Awards Ceremony has concluded. ● You must provide honest constructive feedback for each contestant that you are judging. ● Scoring Rubric: ○ 95-100 - Qualifies as a Gold Medalist ○ 90+Up - Qualifies as a Silver Medalist ○ 85+Up - Qualifies as a Bronze Medalist ■ Please take heed that the identifying word here is “Qualifies”. There can be multiple contestants that can qualify as gold medalist and if that’s the case the highest score will receive the gold, and silver and bronze will be allocated to the next two highest scores. ■ In the event the highest score is a 90 then there is no gold medalist and there’s only a possibility for a silver and bronze medalist as long as the remaining scores land within the 85+Up region.

Requirements:

1. One Entry Per Student: Only one project can be submitted per student.

panels) or triptychs (three panels). These works share a cohesive organized as series, sets, or multi-panel formats like diptychs (two "artwork" can consist of more than one piece, commonly theme, style, or narrative, allowing for complex, layered meanings and flexible display options.

i. Series are NOT allowed

2. Display Space: The National Office will provide a display table or space for each entry.

3. Oral Presentation: Each contestant must give a 3-minute oral presentation explaining their project's concept, materials, techniques, and artistic intent.

4. No Craft Projects: Craft projects (ceramics, macrame, etc.) are not eligible.

5. Contestant Introduction: State your introduction in full, per the Contestant Introduction Script, before beginning your oral presentation.

6. Statement of Integrity: Submit a completed Statement of Integrity Form with your application.

Required Submissions
• Bio (PDF) → First_Last_Bio
• Contestant Photo (PDF) → First_Last_CP
• Statement of Integrity (PDF) → First_Last_SOI
• Reference Photo (PDF) → First_Last_RP

When uploading your documents, you must name each file exactly as shown above in order for it to be properly uploaded and integrated into our automated system.

Example: John_Doe_WP (using your own first and last name, followed by the file label shown for your category).

Note: If files are not received in these formats, they are out of compliance and ineligible until rectified. If they are not corrected before the deadline, the contestant will no longer be able to compete at this year's iteration of the National Competition

Contestants Will Be Judged By The Following Criteria:

20 Points: Concept

20 Points: Composition

20 Points: Craftsmanship

20 Points: How well the medium was applied

20 Points: Dimensional Form

100 Total Points

Point Deduction -0.25 per 15 sec
For every 15 seconds the presentation exceeds the allotted time limit (3 minutes), 0.25 point is deducted.

Tips for Sculpture Contestants

1. Originality and Concept: Develop a strong, unique concept for your artwork. A compelling idea will set your project apart.

2. Technical Skill and Craftsmanship: Focus on mastering your chosen medium. Pay attention to detail and execute your techniques with precision.

3. Effective Presentation: Practice your oral presentation to ensure clarity and confidence. Visual aids like sketches or diagrams can enhance your explanation.