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Blackhawk Woodcarvers Show
1. Realistic animals dogs, cats, horses, bears, and elephants etc. 2. Realistic water fish, whales dolphins, frogs, turtles, sea horses, etc. 3. Realistic winged animals songbirds, birds of prey, butterflies, dragonflies, etc. 4. Realistic waterfowl and shore birds 5. Realistic human forms full figure, busts, etc. 6. Santas 7. Mythical trolls, goddesses, specific animals, etc. 8. Caricatures 9. Reliefs of any kind 10. Bark Carving 11. Chip Carving 12. Canes & walking sticks 13. Stylized one category to include any of the above 14. Miscellaneous Any wooden carving that does not fit any of the above categories. Spherical Carving Challenge 2008 An open carving category is available for anyone attending the August 16, 2008 Wood Carving Show. This event's purpose is to place extraordinary emphasis on originality, creativity, and carving skill. The intent is to provide a tough challenge for anyone to create an original design that ignores the traditional designs recognized in carving magazines and carving class patterns. The entries shall be displayed with the traditional competition entries and judged by the same judges. Awards of ribbons and cash will be given for first, second, and third places. This challenge is open to all carvers. The requirements are as follows: 1. Must be an original of any subject matter and carving style. 2. Carving must be from a four-inch wood sphere from any type of wood. 3. The final outer shape of the carving must show original
form from a four-inch 4. Sanded finish is permitted. 5. The final finish must have a natural wood appearance form any oil or poly-finishes. 6. The carving cannot be painted. 7. Must personally bring the carving to our Show in
Rockford, IL; mailing is not Awards and cash prizes will be given as follows: First Place (Blue
Ribbon) $50.00
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