Just like everything else the Craft Show has a set of rules to be guided by. But note the entry date is a guide as I do accept late entries, its just that if you send your entry in earlier I have an idea on how many entries I will have.
RULES OF ENTRY
Entrant
Responsibilities
·
All
entries MUST be entirely the work of the entrant
·
Each
entry MUST have an entry card, containing Entry No/Section affixed to the
entry. This will be given out when
entries are delivered for judging.
·
Stands
MUST be provided as appropriate and these MUST have an entry number marked on
it.
·
Any
Marks identifying the entrant MUST be hidden for judging.
·
Entries
with loose parts MUST have those parts secured.
Please also advise the person on duty when you drop off your entry.
General Conditions
·
Limited
entries apply to School, Art & Special Needs sections only.
·
All
application forms must be submitted on the official ENTRY FORM (or photocopy)
by Friday 22nd February 2013. Any problems concerning this please contact
Show Convenor to discuss.
·
All
application forms MUST include an entry fee, $2.00 for Children & Special
Needs Sections and $3.00 for all other entries.
Faxed or emailed applications can pay on delivery of their item. Items will not be accepted until payment has
been received. Please Note: There is no
longer an EFT or Credit Card facility.
Cheques to be made out to ‘M G Graham’ or Cash only will be accepted on
28th February on delivery of entries or with entry form before that
date.
·
Artwork
entries must be delivered to the Ferntree
gully Cricket Pavilion, entry from Glenfern Road, Ferntree Gully on Thursday 28th February 2013
between the times of 1.00pm and 8.00pm only.
·
Due
to lack of storage NO ENTRIES WILL BE
RECEIVED OUTSIDE THOSE TIMES.
·
All
entries will be on display for the duration of the Knox Festival.
·
Judging
will take place on the morning of Friday 1st March 2013.
·
The
Judge/s may award ribbons as he/she deems worthy, the judges’ decision is final
and there will be no appeal on this decision.
·
All
exhibits are to be collected between 5.00pm and 6.30pm Sunday 3rd
March 2013, from the Ferntree Gully Cricket Pavilion. NO
ENTRIES WILL BE RELEASED BEFORE THIS TIME.
PLEASE NOTE: NO VEHICLE ACCESS PRIOR TO 6.00PM.
·
The
Committee of Management has the right to withhold any entry they deem to be
unsuitable.
·
Depending
on the number of entries, some sections may be split or grouped together or not
judged if not enough entries, however all entries will be put on display.
·
Where
possible items will be hung. If an item
can be hung it must have a suitable hanging device appropriate for the weight
of the item.
·
Items
can only be entered in one section only,
·
All
judges have extensive experience in their field, the exception being Special
Needs, School and Christmas & Australiana Sections.
SPONSORSHIP
We would like to extend
our thanks to our 2013 Sponsors – Rowville & District Neighbourhood House,
Knox City Council, Ferntree Gully Community Arts Centre.
SECTIONS
The 3 Sections are:
Professional means anyone who makes a profit from
the craft, including teaching and selling.
Intermediate meals anyone who has been doing the
craft over 5 years or has previously won 6 First Places at a major craft show
(this includes Agricultural Shows) or in a similar category.
Hobbyist means anyone who has been doing the
craft for under 5 years and has not previously won 6 First Places at a major
craft show (this includes Agricultural Shows) in a similar category.
Art Section is only open to Intermediate
or Hobbyist.
There is a section for Primary
and Secondary students, Special Needs Adults and Children.
These sections have limited entry numbers.
Liabilities
·
All
persons connected with or engaged in any activities associated with the Art
& Craft Expo do so entirely at their own risk. A Security Service is on 24 hour duty from
Thursday till the end of the Festival on Sunday. An Art & Craft Expo Volunteer is on duty
each day of the show.
·
ALL
ITEMS ARE ENTERED AT THE ENTRANTS OWN RISK.
·
While
all care will be taken, those involved with the Art & Craft Expo and Knox
Festival, accept no responsibility for loss or damage to any item entered or
displayed in the Knox Festival 2013 Art and Craft Expo.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Special Sections
Christmas and Australiana themes are separate sections. Items will be selected from entries in
Sections 1 thru 46 by Show Convenor at no extra cost to exhibitor.
Please note that due to the diversity of these sections a
guest judge, may adjudicate. These
Sections will not be judged against any existing rules from craft
organisations.
Special Needs
This section is open to adults and children with special
needs. Strict limit of 3 entries per
person applies.
Art Section
This section is only open to Hobbyist, Intermediate or School
entries. A strict limit of 3 entries per
person applies. All art entries must
have a suitable hanging device, which will take the weight of the entry when
hung.
School Section
This section will be judged against peers, please select your
school level. School Section entrants
may enter Classes 1-46 but must pay the $3.00 fee. If you enter for each section, please complete
a separate application form, one for school, one for craft. Items cannot be entered in more than one
section. Limit of 3 entries applies to
the School Section.
CRAFTS FOR SALE
Those who wish to sell their artwork entries may do so at the
show. Please indicate your price in the
appropriate box on the application Conditions of Sale form.
Sold items will be paid in full before the end of the show,
but cannot be collected until after 5.00pm Sunday 3rd March 2013.
Monies paid will be given to the entrant at the end of the
show with a receipt for the item in a sealed envelope.
If a prospective buyer cannot pay for an item at the show or
has expressed interest in an item not for sale, their name and contact number
will be taken (if they wish) and given to the entrant at the end of the show
for contact. Please Note: this is done as a service and Knox Festival Art &
Craft Expo will not be responsible if contact is not made.
Entrant’s personal details will not be given out under any
circumstances.
ADVERTISING
To support art and craft makers within our community, if your
student/s enter the show, you will be allowed to provide either Business Cards
or A5 brochures to advertise your services to interested parties.
The above applies to those who conduct art and craft classes
only.
No personal soliciting will be allowed.
You are not required to be affiliated with any organisation.
If you are interested, please contact the art & Craft
Expo Convenor, Maryanne Graham who will be happy to discuss by contacting her
on 0412 838 870 or knoxcraftshow@gmail.com.
HELP
If you are interested in forming a group to help in the
running of the Knox Festival Art & Craft Show, please indicate on the
application form.
ENTRY & PAYMENTS
Please note NEW Entry
and Payment details
Payments can be made:
Cash or cheque with entry up until 27 February 2013. Cash only after this date upon delivery of
your entry on 28th February 2013.
Cheque made payable to “M G Graham”, when you send in your
entry form prior to 28th February 2013.
If you email your entry form you may pay in person when you
deliver your craft for judging on 28th February 2013.
If you wish to pay via Bank Transfer, please contact me via
mobile or email to make arrangements.
Entries can be:
Mailed to – Craft show, 12 Jenhill Court, Rowville Vic
3178
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