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22nd Annual

Artistry in Wood Juried Show and Sale

Sponsored by the Tri-Cities Wood Carvers Association

Tri-Tech Skills Center

5929 West Metaline Ave

Kennewick, WA 99336

Exhibit and Sale

Saturday March 19, 2016 - 9 AM to 5 PM

Sunday March 20, 2016 - 9 AM to 4 PM

Registration

Friday, March 18, 2016 - 4 PM to 8 PM

(Judging 8 PM until completed)

Area map located inside of the back cover

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MISSION STATEMENT

Our goal, as the Tri-Cities Wood Carvers Association, is primarily to promote and advance

the Art of Wood Carving while encouraging Wood Burning, Intarsia, Woodturning,

Marquetry, and Scrollwork, as well as carving in other media.

To reach this goal, the Association will promote advancement of all carving techniques

through carving classes of a formal and informal nature, providing a positive environment

for those wishing to learn this form of art. By sponsoring an annual juried competition,

carvers are encouraged to enter their carved works for an assessment of skill, critiques of

workmanship and an opportunity to display their art to the public. Every effort will be

made to provide knowledgeable, qualified and impartial judges so that through these

critiques wood carvers can grow and diversify their skills in creating a personalized Artistry

in Wood.

A MESSAGE FROM THE SHOW COMMITTEE

Welcome to our Twenty Second Annual Juried Exhibit and Sale. Thanks to you, our

exhibitors, we continue to improve and expand our show and awards. In addition to

providing a forum for carvers to compete, this show is the primary support for our annual

Wood Carvers’ Rendezvous, a non-competitive, non-commercial gathering of wood

carvers. Join us at the 19th Annual Wood Carver’s Rendezvous June 10-12, 2016 (see

enclosed flyer for more information on the Rendezvous).

Again, we extend our thanks for your participation in our show. Enjoy your time with us.

Show Committee

Chairman………………. Jerry Dilley…………….. 509-619-0811

Pre-registration ………... Lucky Kelly……………. 509-351-7935

Mail-Ins ………………. Betty Pitzer ……………. 509-582-4516

Vendors ……………….. Ron Lunde …………….. 509-582-8694

Raffle ………………….. Bob Gough………....... 509-460-1647

Showroom……………… Bob Gough……………... 509-460-1647

Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase Saturday and

Sunday. Prepared by the Tri-Tech Culinary Arts Students

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Restrictions for use of Tri-Tech Skills Center (Kennewick School District

property):

The use of tobacco, alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs is strictly prohibited in all

District facilities and upon all District properties. Firearms and weapons of any sort

are also prohibited. All Washington State and local laws are in effect for use of

District facilities.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Direct any questions, problems, disputes or special matters, other than those of the

specific categories with contacts listed below, to any member of the Show Committee.

1. CARVING REGISTRATION. Registration will be Friday 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

at $3.00 per entry. (See enclosed carving registration form.) No entries will be

accepted after 8:00 PM Friday. Competitors may use their registration receipt for

free admission. Judging will be conducted after 8:00 pm Friday.

2. PRE-REGISTRATION. We encourage everyone to pre-register to reduce the

amount of time required to process your entries when you bring them in. To pre-

register, just fill out the carving registration form, (available on Tri-

citieswoodcarvingclub.blogspot.com) enclose your check and mail the

registration form to:

Lucky Kelly

5411 Mays Lane

Pasco, WA 99301 509-851-7935

3. MAIL-IN ENTRIES. Mail-in entries will be accepted until two days prior to

the show date. Each mail-in package must contain the $3.00 per carving entry

fee, registration form, return mailing address label and return postage. Every

effort will be made to safely package the entry for its return. (See Rule 5 below

concerning liability) For further information contact:

Betty Pitzer

709 W. 17th Ave

Kennewick, WA 99337 509-582-4516

4. VENDORS. Setup begins Friday at 4:00pm. A fee of $30.00 will be charged for

the first six-foot table and $15.00 for each additional six-foot table or equivalent

space. Vendors are not charged admission. Contact:

Ron Lunde

2008 S. Fruitland

Kennewick, WA 99337 509-582-8694

5. NON-COMMERCIAL. No sales. A wood carver’s or club table is available at

a fee of $15.00 per table. However, it is required that a representative occupy

this table throughout the show. Contact Ron Lunde. 509-582-8694

6. SHOW HOURS / COST. Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Sunday 9:00 AM to

4:00 PM. Admission $3.00. Children, 12 and under, and exhibitors free.

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7. CARVING PICKUP. All carvings must remain on exhibit until released by the

show committee at 4:00 pm Sunday, the final day of the show. No carving will

be released without a correct receipt.

8. RAFFLE. Raffle tickets will be sold for $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. You don’t

have to be present to win. Winners who are not present will be contacted and

arrangements will be made for prize pickup. Items donated for the raffle will

be greatly appreciated.

9. COURTESY CARVING AREA. All carvers are encouraged to bring their

tools. A designated carving area will be available for a limited number of

carvers. It is intended to help you pass the weekend more enjoyably. No power

carving in this area.

10. CHAINSAW CARVER. Butch Elrod will be in attendance to demonstrate

chainsaw carving. Items will be for sale.

11. SPECIAL AWARDS.

Best of Novice

Best of Intermediate

Best of Advanced

Best of Expert

Best of Show

Carvers Choice

People’s Choice

Most Amusing

Best Wood Burning

Happy Holidays (People’s Choice)

Group awards may include;

Caricature Carvers of America

Allied Arts Association of Richland

Tri-Tech Skills Center

Wood Turning (People’s Choice)

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RULES AND REGULATIONS

The carving clubs in the Northwest and British Columbia, Canada have joined in an effort

to standardize terms and meaning of rules and regulations in order to offer each of you a

less confusing and more equitable arena in which to enter your carvings, no matter which

show you are entering. Noncompliance with the following will cause a carving not to be

judged.

ELIGIBILITY – This is an open show and everyone is eligible to enter under the

following guidelines.

ENTRY FEES – $3.00 per entry except when classified as Section VII (page 13).

ENTRY LIMITS – A limit of two entries in the same numbered category by the same

competitor. There is no limit on the total number of carvings a carver can enter in the

show.

REPEAT ENTRIES – No work submitted should be more than two years old. A

competitor may repeat an entry from previous shows or previous year to see if a better

award can be won, unless the carving won a “Best of Division” in which case, the

carving needs to be moved up one skill level the following calendar year. Carvings

more than two years old may be brought for display only and sale. (Section VII,

category 700). Bring and display as many of your past show carvings as possible.

Fellow carvers and the paying public would enjoy seeing your work.

NAME(S) – All carvings must be registered in the name of the Competitor. If the

carving is the work of two or more people then all names must be on the registration

entry and on any place cards during the show. All group carvings will be entered at

the skill level of the most advanced carver.

ENTRY SKILL LEVELS – Each individual carver is expected to read the show

rules and determine their skill level. The carver will move up when sufficient awards

have been won and show rules direct. Should a novice or intermediate carver enter a

piece above their competition level and it places third or better, the carver must move

to the higher skill level the next show year (January 1), with the exception of the

advanced level (See Advanced). Once established at a skill level a carver cannot step

down to a lower skill level.

ENTRY CATEGORY CHANGES – The show committee may change an entry to a

more appropriate Section, Division, or Category if deemed necessary, for equality of

the competition. If there is only one entry in a category, the carving may be moved,

by the show committee, to another or mixed category. Seasoned carvers or carvers

competing for the first time are encouraged to enter competition no higher than the

intermediate level.

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1. RECOGNIZED SKILL LEVELS (CLASSES) – The show committee will

recognize the following levels of competition; JUNIOR, NOVICE,

INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED (previously OPEN), and EXPERT.

TWO JUNIOR ENTRY LEVELS – No entry fees for juniors age 9 and under;

and 10 to 16. If two first place awards have been received at this level the carver

is encouraged but not required to enter at the novice level.

NOVICE: A NOVICE carver has grasped the basics of carving and uses a

limited variety of tools. The novice learns to create form in his or her work and

the need for effective presentation of the carving. A certain degree of eye appeal

is necessary to earn awards at this level. The NOVICE level is the appropriate

entry for beginning carvers who are developing their skills. The carver remains

at this level until winning three (3) Best of Division awards on three different

carvings or a Best of Class.

INTERMEDIATE: An INTERMEDIATE carver is one who is moving to more

complicated work and displays considerable skill in his or her work. The

INTERMEDIATE carver understands basic carving techniques, uses tools with

confidence, coordinates a habitat and includes more detail in carvings than at the

NOVICE level. In addition, painting and finishing of the carving takes on more

importance and contributes to the overall artistry of the piece. INTERMEDIATE

is an appropriate entry point for seasoned carvers who are entering competition

for the first time and whose work reflects skills consistent with this skill level.

The individual who is entering competition at this level should believe that his or

her work is of a quality to compete at this level. After winning four (4) Best of

Division awards at the INTERMEDIATE level on four (4) different carvings, the

carver moves to the ADVANCED level.

ADVANCED: The ADVANCED level carver produces work that reflects

creativity, difficulty, craftsmanship and accuracy. Awards are more difficult to

achieve, as the expectations are higher. An ADVANCED level carving also

reflects excellence in carving, finishing technique, originality and the

presentation of the piece as an art form. A seasoned carver may enter the

ADVANCED category by approval of the show committee, but upon winning a

first place or Best of Division award, CANNOT step down in skill level. Upon

winning five (5) Best of Division awards at the ADVANCE level on three (3)

different carvings, in three (3) different shows, the carver moves to the EXPERT

level.

EXPERT: The EXPERT level reflects excellence in the art of carving.

Technical and artistic attention and care are reflected in all areas of the piece. At

the EXPERT level, the artist more readily captures its essence and has advanced

the art of carving with new and innovative creations. The EXPERT carver could

display expertise in one section or a variety of sections. An individual will

achieve a designation of EXPERT for a specific section by winning a blue ribbon

within that section while competing at the EXPERT level. After achieving the

status of EXPERT in one section, the carver may continue to compete at the

ADVANCED level in sections where EXPERT status has not been achieved.

This means that a carver may simultaneously enter pieces at the EXPERT and

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ADVANCED levels but in different sections of the competition. When the

EXPERT has obtained at least four (4) blue ribbons at the EXPERT level, one

each out of the six (6) possible sections, the MASTER Carver designation will be

bestowed.

MASTER CARVER - Achieving MASTER CARVER status is the pinnacle of

carving expertise. MASTER CARVER is not a level of competition but rather an

honor bestowed on an individual reflecting his or her achievements. The

MASTER is able to produce EXPERT carvings in several styles and sections of

competition. To achieve MASTER CARVER status, a carver must earn the

EXPERT designation in at least four (4) of the six (6) sections of competition

plus a minimum of one blue ribbon in each of the same sections while at the

EXPERT level.

2. SEMINAR CARVINGS - Carvings done in a class project or seminar by Novice

or Intermediate carvers will be entered in the appropriate Category. However,

Carvings done in a class project or seminar by Advanced or Expert carvers will

be entered only in Category 710. These are carvings (Category 710) that will not

be judged but will be displayed so that a carver can obtain a critique from one of

the expert judges and improve their understanding of the process.

3. JUDGES AND JUDGING - A judge’s determination shall be final and not

subject to review. The judges will be available to provide an oral critique of

entries at the carver’s request. Judges should be available all day Saturday and

until noon on Sunday. A clerk, recorder or assistant is not to make reference to

any piece or attempt to influence the judges or the judging. A comment sheet

will be completed for each carving

JUDGES ARE INSTRUCTED AS FOLLOWS - Judging at the Novice level

will be for encouragement and growth, carvings will be judged against each other

and judges are to be generous with first, second, third and honorable mention

ribbons. Carvings in the Intermediate level will have higher expectations but

awards may reflect encouragement. Carvings in the Advanced and Expert level

will be judged at the highest standards with carvings receiving ribbons only when

judges feel they have been earned. More than one Blue/Red/White ribbon may

be awarded in each category if warranted. Judges are encouraged to award

second and third place ribbons at this very difficult level rather than disregard a

carving entirely. In the Expert class, more than one blue ribbon per category may

be awarded.

THE JUDGING PROCESS-The process of judging is a consideration of the

following criteria: originality, craftsmanship, design and artistry.

ORIGINALITY - Creative or unusual interpretation of a subject.

CRAFTSMANSHIP - Cleanliness of cuts, execution of detail, surface treatment,

application of color and finish and use of wood grain.

DESIGN – Correctness of anatomy (size, proportions and color). Positioning of

components making up the composition.

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ARTISTRY – Overall effect to create artistic appeal.

4. HANGERS - All hanging pieces must have sturdy wires or hanging devices

securely fastened or have a table stand provided by the carver.

5. LIABILITY - The Tri-Cities Wood Carvers Association, any officer or member,

the hosting facility or an employee cannot be held responsible for any loss or

damage due to any cause before, during or after the show. The club, officers, or

members cannot be held responsible for any checks issued for sales of carvings or

supplies during the show.

6. SPECIAL DISPLAY - Arrangements must be made in advance of the show

dates for special handling or other attention required especially for large, unusual,

or chain sawed pieces.

7. ACCEPTABILITY - Everyone is reminded this is a family show so the carver is

asked to use good judgment in regard to any entry. Generally nudes are not

considered to be in good taste.

8. LASER ART/SAND BLAST/COMPUTER GENERATED ART - Will be

accepted for display only.

9. A carving with 25%+ painted is considered painted. A natural finished carved

piece must allow all of the grain to show through any finish.

10. Allowable parts of a carving in addition to wood:

Novice – Anything is permissible-but remember that only the wood carving is

being judged.

Intermediate/Advanced/Expert – Materials other than wood are permissible in a

minimal quantity. As a carver moves from class to class, less and less non-wood

items should be used.

11. If different type carvings are on one piece, the highest percentage of carving type

will dictate where the piece will be placed.

12. Any problem, disagreement, complaint or comment may be filed in writing with

the show committee for review.

13. Happy Holiday carving. After judging is completed, the show committee will

move all holiday themed carvings to a special table for public judging.

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ENTRY CLASSIFICATIONS

SECTION I WATERFOWL AND BIRDS

Division A Waterfowl

Category 110 Natural Finish – All Waterfowl

111 Woodburn Texture – All Waterfowl

112 Stylized – Any Finish – All Waterfowl

113 Smoothies, Including Painted – All Waterfowl, Shorebirds

114 Seabirds - Albatross, Auklet, Booby, Frigate bird, Fulmar,

Guillemot, Jaeger, Kittiwake, Petrel, Shearwater & Puffin

115 Decoys – Hunting Style, Service Class

116 Realistic Ducks

117 Geese, Loons, Swans

118 Waterfowl – Half Size or Less

119 Bird Decoys on Sticks

Division B Birds

Category 140 Songbirds

141 Game Birds - Chucker, Dove, Grouse, Partridge,

Pheasant, Pigeon, Prairie Chicken, Ptarmigan, Quail,

Snipe, Turkey & Woodcock

142 Raptors - Buzzard, Condor, Eagle, Falcon, Hawk-Owl,

Hawk, Kestrel, Kite, Merlin, Osprey, Owl, & Vulture

143 Shorebirds

144 Birds – Half Size or Less

145 Miscellaneous

Division C Birds

Category 150 Stylized / Sculptured – Art Form

151 Natural Finish

152 Woodburn Texture – Very Little Paint

153 Bird Decoys on Sticks

154 Feathers – Any Feather

Division D Birds – Head Only


161 All Waterfowl

162 All Game Birds

163 All Raptors

164 All Birds – Except Categories 161, 162 and 163

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SECTION II MAMMALS AND FISH

Division E Animals


211 Wild Species

212 Game Species

213 Horses

214 Horses with Human

215 Domesticated – Except Categories 213 and 214

216 More Than One, Scene, Etc.

217 Natural Finish (See rule 9)

Division F In-The-Round, Head Only

Category 220 All Animals

221 Skulls, Skeletons Only

Division G In-The-Round Fish, Whales, Reptiles


231 Fish – Freshwater Species

232 Fish – Tropical, Exotic – Except Category 233

233 Fish – Salt Water Species

234 Fish – Natural Finish – All

235 Whales, Walrus, Seals, Porpoises

236 Reptiles, Lizards, Turtles, Dinosaurs

237 Aquatic – Frogs and Crustaceans

SECTION III HUMAN AND CARICATURE

Division H Human


311 Human, Full Figure – Painted

312 Human, Full Figure – Natural

313 Human, Head or Bust – Any Finish

314 Cowboy – Any Finish

315 Comical / Whimsical

316 Two or More, or with Animal

317 Clown, All Styles- Any Finish

318 Flat Plain (European Style)

319 Santa’s

Division I Caricatures


331 Full Figure – Painted or Natural

332 Head or Bust – Painted or Natural

333 With Animal

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334 Fantasy, Comical or Cartoon

335 All Animals – Except Mythical

336 All Birds – Except Mythical

337 Cowboys

338 Clowns, All Styles – Any Finish

339 Santa's, All Styles – Any Finish

Division J Mythical

Category 340 Dragons, Unicorns

341 Wizards, Fairies

342 Gnomes, Trolls, Leprechauns

343 Greek or Roman Mythical (Pegasus, etc.)

344 Beasts, Griffons, Gargoyles

345 Scene – Two or More Figures

SECTION IV SPECIAL TYPES

Division K Special Types

Category 410 Carousel Figures

411 Religious Theme – Except Relief

412 Functional Items – All Uses

413 Household Items – All Uses

414 Small Boxes – Jewelry Type

415 Boots, Shoes, Leather Goods

416 Floral, Botanical

417 Canes, Staffs, Tools – Except Native Heritage

418 Chains, Interlocking Loops

419 Spoons – Except Chip Carved

420 Miscellaneous

Division L Special Types

Category 430 Chip Carved – Plates, Plaques

431 Chip Carved – Clocks, Boxes

432 Chip Carved – In-The-Round

433 Chip Carved – Household, Functional

434 Chip Carved – Miscellaneous

Division M Special Types

Category 440 Jewelry – Includes Mixed Media

441 Designs, Games, Pipes

442 Mixed Media

443 Stone, Hard Media

444 Items 2 Inches High or Less

445 Bone, Ivory, Plastic, Horn or Antler

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ENTRY CLASSIFICAITONS

446 Eggs

Division N Special Types

Category 452 Intarsia

453 Scroll Work

454 Marquetry

455 Chain Saw

Division O Wood Burning – Pyrography

Category 460 Human

461 Birds, Reptiles, Waterfowl, Fish

462 Animals, All

463 Scenes

464 Western Heritage

465 Gourds


467 Miscellaneous

SECTION V RELIEF

Division P Relief

Category 510 Human, Full Figure – Any Finish

511 Human, Head or Bust – Any Finish

512 Human – Caricature or Clown

513 Religious Subject – Any Finish

514 Designs, Patterns, Objects

515 Signs, Plaques

516 Deep Relief, Pierced

517 Gourds

518 Gunstocks

Division Q Relief

Category 520 Landscapes

521 Buildings

522 Seascapes, Boats, Water

523 Transportation


525 Domestic Scene or Objects

Division R Relief

Category 530 Animals, Full Figure

531 Animals, Head or Bust

532 Animals and Human Together

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533 Animal – Cutout, Half Figure

534 Waterfowl and All Birds

535 Fish, Reptiles, Whales

536 Miscellaneous

SECTION VI NATIVE AMERICAN STYLE

Division S Northwest Coast Style

Category 610 Helmets, Hats, Bonnets

611 Masks – Full Headed or Face Only

612 Rattles, Clappers and Shaman Items

613 Bentwood and Other Boxes

614 Bowls and Spoons

615 Paddles, Sticks and Canes

616 Pipes and Flutes

Division T Northwest Coast Style

Category 620 Relief Items – Painted

621 Relief Items – Natural

622 Hanging, Half-Round Items

623 Totem Poles

624 Miscellaneous

Division U Other Native American Styles

Category 630 Bowls, Spoons, Plates

631 Rattles, Pipes, Canes

632 Paddles, Spears, Clubs, Sticks

633 Boxes, Baskets

634 Kachina Type Figures

635 In-The-Round Pieces

SECTION VII SPECIAL CARVINGS

Division V Special Categories

Category 700 Courtesy Display Only - $1.00 entry fee

705 Woodturning thru 12 inches (No carving-not judged)

entry $1.00

706 Woodturning over 12 inches (No carving-not judged)

entry $1.00

710 Seminar/Class Projects (Advanced & Expert only) –

(Critiqued by Judges $1.00 entry fee)

711 Junior Level – Ages 9 and Under – No entry fee

712 Junior Level – Ages 10 to 16 – No entry fee

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SOME LOCAL ACCOMODATIONS

Best Western 509-586-1332

1-800-528-1234

www.bestwestern.com

Highway 395 & 27th Ave.

Kennewick

Guest House International 509-735-2242

1-800-424-1145

www.guesthouse.net

5616 W. Clearwater Ave. Kennewick

Super 8 509-736-6888

www.super8.com

626 Columbia Center Blvd. Kennewick

Fairfield Inn 509-783-2164

www.marriott.com/kwefi

7809 W. Quinault Ave. Kennewick

Red Lion Hotel Columbia

Center

509-783-0611

1-800-325-4000

www.redlion.com

1101 Columbia Center Blvd Kennewick

Quality Inn 509-735-6100

www.choicehotels.com


Comfort Inn

509-783-8396

1-800-228-5150

www.ComfortInn.com


Cedars Inn and Suites 509-396-9979

www.cedarsinnkennewick.com

602 North Young Kennewick

Hilton Garden Inn 509-735-4600

www.tricitieskennewick.stayhgi

701 North Young Kennewick

Go to www.VisitTri-Cities.com for information on other hotels and area

attractions.

http://www.visittri-cities.com/

TRI-CITIES WOOD CARVERS’ SHOW IS

LOCATED AT 5929 WEST METALINE AVE, KENNEWICK

WA 99336 (see the arrow in the center of the map below)

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