DRAFTING & ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Presentation Requirements
Drafting and Architectural entries must be printed/mounted on bond/foam core no larger than D size (24” x 36”) unless otherwise noted. If multiple sheets are required, edge-bind and/or staple on the top edge of the set. Provide a short narrative with scope of work on the first page of the project.
DIVISION 4102: TECHNICAL PROJECTS
Judging Criteria: General Appearance, Complexity, Layout, Scale, Line Weight/ Function, Accuracy, and Narrative.
Class 001 Technical Drafting
CAD orthographic and pictorial drawings to detail and provide all information required to produce and assemble the object. Include schematic hydraulics, piping layouts, electronic circuits, etc., as applicable. Sheet metal drawings to include flat pattern layout with pictorial model.
Class 002 Technical Illustration
CAD drawings to fully describe an object or process to an uninformed audience. Include a picture or photograph of the object illustrated.
DIVISION 4105: ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTS
Judging Criteria: Originality, Artistic Merit, Complexity, Layout, Composition, Shade/ Shadow, Color, and Narrative.
Class 001 Architectural Drawings
Construction documents for residential or commercial projects that include site plan, floor plan, elevations, and typical sections as applicable. Designs must conform to Uniform Building Code (UBC) and California Building Code (CBC).
Class 002 3-D Rendering
Hand or computer rendered image representing an architectural or industrial subject. Color or black/white/ grayscale.
Class 003 Architectural/Interior Design Storyboard
Presentation may include partial interior or exterior elevations or perspective renderings, inspiration photos, and material samples mounted on foam-core or presentation board. Maximum size 32” x 40”.
FASHION
Presentation Requirements
Deliver all garments on hangers. Please no mannequins or dress forms. Garments should be durable enough to withstand handling by exhibit workers. Illustrations, textiles, and patterns must be mounted on mat board or foam-core no larger than 16” x 20”. Entries must include a write-up that explains the overall concept of the design and target market.
DIVISION 4202: GARMENT DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Judging Criteria: Design Concept, Originality, Functionality, Craftsmanship, Appearance, Visual Impact, Color Palette, Fabrics, and Write-up.
Class 001 Fashion Design
Completed, originally designed and constructed showing innovation in silhouette, construction, and/or fabric.
Class 002 Costume Design
Completed, originally designed and constructed garments for specific character or performance (may incorporate Fair Theme).
Class 003 Creative Reuse/Unconventional Materials Design
Completed, originally designed garment constructed of at least 80% upcycled, repurposed materials, or unconventional materials.
DIVISION 4205: OTHER FASHION PROJECTS
Class 001 Fashion Illustration
Judging Criteria: Originality, Artistic Merit, Accurate Proportions, Design Elements, and Write-up.
Drawings, sketches, and/or rendering of originally designed garments or footwear innovation in shape, construction, and/or materials.
Class 002 Textile Design
Judging Criteria: Originality, Achievement of Described Objective, Repeat Accuracy, General Appearance, and Write-up.
Hand-drawn or CAD design, includes repeat dimensions, color separations, and fabric type. Sample textile may be included.
Class 003 Fashion Design Pattern Making
Judging Criteria: Complexity, Layout, Scale, Line Weight/ Function, Accuracy, and Narrative.
Hand-drawn or CAD, 2-D or 3-D patterns with all information required to cut and assemble a garment, including fabric type and orientation.
Class 004 Fashion Graphics
Judging Criteria: Originality, Achievement of Described Objective, Visual Impact, Identity, Write-up.
Graphic designs, prints, patterns, or logos applied to garments and/or fashion accessories using silk screening or embroidery methods.
FINE ART
Judging Criteria: Composition, Impact, Creativity, and Appearance.
Presentation Requirements
Artwork must be freestanding or hangable as described below and be constructed to withstand handling by exhibit workers.
Maximum size is 24” x 36” (2-D pieces) or 36” on the largest side (3-D pieces), including matting and/or stand.
Canvases will be hung using Velcro tabs that will be affixed by exhibit workers- no wire needed.
No frames, plexiglass, or glass.
Mobiles, stained glass, masks, and other 3-D hanging artwork must be equipped with secure hanging point(s). Provide a stand if required for display.
DIVISION 4302: TWO-DIMENSIONAL ART PROJECTS
Class 001 Ink (Brush, Pen, or Marker)
Class 002 Pastel (Oil or Chalk)
Class 003 Graphite Pencil or Charcoal
Class 004 Colored Pencil
Class 005 Acrylic or Tempera Paint
Class 006 Oil Paint
Class 007 Watercolor
Class 008 Collage
Class 009 Printmaking
Class 010 Mixed Media or Other Medium(s) not listed
DIVISION 4305: THREE-DIMENSIONAL ART PROJECTS
Class 001 Ceramic, Thrown
Class 002 Ceramic, Other Than Thrown
Class 003 Masks
Class 004 Sculpture
Class 005 Glass
Class 006 Mosaic Tile
Class 007 Fiber Arts
Class 008 Mixed Media or Other Medium(s) not listed
GENERAL TECHNOLOGY
Projects made from assembly kits are not eligible and component parts should be made by the student whenever reasonably possible. Purchased component parts other than hardware items must be identified. Projects constructed with a combination of materials should be entered in the division that represents the project’s emphasis.
Judging Criteria: Difficulty, Design, Construction/ Finish/ Craftsmanship, Appearance, and Function.
Presentation Requirements
Mount small parts on a panel to facilitate handling and showing.
Provide a stand if required for display.
DIVISION 4402: METAL PROJECTS
Class 001 General Metalwork
Finished metal projects from a variety of materials such as art metal, flat stock sheet metal, casting (mold must be student-made pattern), and processes such as filing, sawing, riveting, forming, soldering, and bending.
Class 002 Welding Processes/ Machine Work
Finished metal projects fabricated by a welding or cutting process. Machine work may include conventional or CNC/ CAM lathe, mill, grinding, punching, etc.
DIVISION 4405: WOOD PROJECTS
Class 001 Small Woodworking Projects
Clocks, boxes, lamps, and decorative items.
Class 002 Wood Cabinetry Projects
Furniture pieces that include drawers, doors, or folding mechanisms such as dressers, chests, curio cabinets, or cupboards.
Class 003 Wood Furniture Projects
Furniture pieces that include legs, leaves, or folding mechanisms such as tables, desks, or chairs.
Class 004 Musical Instruments
Wooden musical instruments, including guitars, banjos, flutes, and percussion instruments.
Class 005 Toys
Wood toys with moving parts.
Class 006 Green Projects
Projects made from recycled or repurposed wood materials.
Class 007 Turned Wood Projects
Wood items made using a lathe.
Class 008 Scrolled Projects
Wood projects created using a scroll saw, including letters and signage.
DIVISION 4411: MAKER LABS
Class 001 Maker Labs
Innovative projects created with 3-D printing techniques, CNC metal or plastic machining, electronics, and creative technical crafting projects.