Rules
- Each competitor is allowed one designated assistant for duration of the competition.
- Competitors are required to create five designs (tasks) within the given time frame.
- Competitors are required to be at their competition booth 30 minutes before the start of competition.
- No fresh product can be used during prep time
- Staples, nails, screws and permanent glue are NOT permitted on the backdrop, floor, tables, or linens provided.
- All props brought in by the competitor will be subject to inspection prior to competition.
- Competitors must provide their own tools. No electricity will be available during competition.
- Business casual attire is required.
Please note it will be very hot outdoors but the competition will be in air conditioned space which may be chilly, a sweater or light jacket is recommended.
Judging Criteria
Design Elements
Line | 1-10 points
definable path for the eye to follow
Form | 1-10 points
overall 3-d shape
Color | 1-10 points
definable color harmony present
Space | 1-5 points
area utilized in and around ingredients
Design Principles
Dominance-Emphasis | 1-10 points
focal area or areas
Visual Balance | 1-10 points
imparts a sense of optical equilibrium
Contrast/Texture | 1-10 points
contradictions in size, type and material
Proportion | 1-10pts
internal size relationships of design ingredients to each other
Unity/Harmony | 1-5 points
effortless congruence between materials
Mechanics/Execution
Physical Balance/Stability | 1-10 points
does not fall over under its own weight
Finish/Neatness/Condition of Materials | 1-5 points
neat mechanics
Creative Application
Originality/Creativity | 1-10 points
Category Interpretation/Suitability | 1-5 points