Visual Art Scholastic Event Artwork 2013-2014
The following program has been developed by the Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) and is intended to be used as a training tool for teachers, sponsors, administrators, VASE/JrVASE Directors, Qualification team members and VASE staff. The content of this program is not intended to replace the VASE/JrVASE rules and policies established by TAEA and the VASE Blue Ribbon Board. While TAEA will endeavor to keep the information current and correct, it is the teacher and/or sponsor s responsibility to ensure VASE rules and policies are adhered to. Any unauthorized reprint or use of this material is prohibited. No part of this program may be reproduced or reused without the written approval of the TAEA Executive Board. Special thanks to Karri Clark (Klein ISD) and Mary Hierholzer (East Central ISD) for creating the Qualifications Training Program and providing their time and talents on this project.
1. Originality A. Original in composition and content B. Not allowed in any media- Copying or reproducing: Published image Photograph (Non student-directed) Album/CD/DVD cover How-to book or websites Magazine Image from Art History Artwork including any licensed character is strictly prohibited.
1. Originality C. Resources and References MUST be attached to back of artwork Including: Student photographs Student sketches Student-directed photographs *Secondary References o o o o Public Domain images Teacher taken photographs Professionally taken photographs Must be attached to the back of the artwork. *Secondary references continued on next page.
1. Originality C. Secondary References Page 2 May not constitute the focal point and/or main idea. i.e. main composition, arrangement Secondary references are used to assist with accurate representation of the subject matter, and not for the purpose of direct copying of the composition. Including: Magazines Textbooks Downloaded images Photo files Teacher taken photos Professionally taken photographs Public domain o o Must be manipulated Must be attached to the back of the artwork The above work is a direct copy of an internet source.
1. Originality D. Copying a photograph exactly, either a professionally created photograph or a photograph taken by an art teacher, in any media for any work entered is not acceptable. Secondary references are used to assist with accurate representation of the subject matter, and not for the purpose of direct copying of the composition. May not constitute the focal point or main idea. i.e. composition Copying a photograph taken by an art teacher is not acceptable.
1. Originality E. Prohibited Images traced by any meansmechanical or otherwise. Artwork from direct observation is encouraged.
1. Originality F. No one other than the student submitting the artwork can perform work on the entry; this includes parents, teachers/sponsors, private instructors, mentors, and other collaborators. All entries must be created solely and exclusively by the student. If a parent, teacher, family member, friend or fellow student draws, paints, sculpts, edits or otherwise produces or embellishes the artwork, it cannot be entered in a VASE event.
Qualification Criteria Image recognition software will be used to search questionable sources.
2. Art Production A. May not be entered if previously entered in another VASE or JrVASE event. B. Must be completed after previous year s regional event. C. The student artist is responsible for securing direct permission from any model who poses or whose image is utilized within their artwork. A separate release form is not necessary.
3. Offensive Works of Art* Prohibited content No profane references to a deity No obscene language No drug abuse or paraphernalia No Images of suicide or criminal violence No suggested or explicit sexuality No full frontal nudity No inappropriate subject matter for young adults No content that offends the moral standards of the community *A PRINCIPAL MUST REVIEW ALL ENTRIES BEFORE SIGNING THE Regional Entry Certification Form.
4. Specifications of 2D Artwork page 1 No larger than 24 X 36 including mat May extend up to 3 from the wall May not exceed 50 pounds Heavy entries must have hanger attached 2D artworks must be matted Black or white No liners Supportive backing required Textiles, canvas paintings and shaped canvas- Do not require a mat Require a hanger
4. Specifications of 2D Artwork page 2 Textiles, canvas paintings and shaped canvas require a hanger. School Teacher Student District Student Teacher School District School Teacher Student District
4. Specifications of 2D Artwork page 3 No frames, glass coverings, or acetate. Must be dried or fixed. Pack heavy or fragile entries in a box. See 3D Artwork Packing Box. Must have a fitted protective fold-over/flap cover.
4. Specifications of 2D Artwork page 4 Pastel and charcoal drawing must be protected (sprayed) with a fixative.
4. Specifications of 2D Artwork page 5 Assemblages or installations may- Include student constructed frames. Make use of glass, acetate, wire mesh or other hardware.
Identifying Classifications and Media Identifying proper classifications and media can be difficult. In some cases, definitions of classifications and media can be somewhat flexible and may qualify in several categories.
Classifications 2D Drawing Painting Fiber Art Digital Art & Media Graphic Design Mixed Media Photography Printmaking 3D Sculpture Jewelry Ceramics Fiber Art Digital Art & Media Photography Graphic Design
2D Classifications 1. Drawing Media Chalk Charcoal Colored Pencil Crayon Cut Paper Graphite Pencil Ink Marker Oil Pastel Oil Stick Pastel Pencil Sgraffito Any combination of the media above is classified as Drawing.
Drawing Examples: A pencil drawing can also be Drawing-Pencil or Drawing-Graphite Pencil.
Drawing Examples: This work was identified as Drawing-Pencil because it is predominately pencil with some colored pencil. This piece could have also been classified as Mixed Media-Variety.
2D Classifications 2. Digital Art & Media A. Digital Art B. Digital Graphics C. Integrated Media Generated using digital processes. Must be accompanied by a Digital Art & Media Documentation Form.
2. Digital Art & Media A. Digital Art Compositions rendered directly on the computer. Starting with a blank workspace. Photos can be used as references, but not part of the finished work.
2. Digital Art & Media B. Digital Graphics Digital or scanned photos incorporated with other digital processes such as collage, image distortion, filtering or other artistic effects that change the original photographic composition, or in combination with digital drawing/painting processes. Original drawings/illustrations started with traditional media, scanned, and completed with digital processes.
2. Digital Art & Media C. Presentation of Digital Art and Digital Graphics Printed artwork must be no larger than 24 x 36" including mat. Prints must be matted or mounted with black or white mat or presentation board, and must also include supportive board backing. Foam board mounting is allowed.
2. Digital Art & Media D. Integrated Media Entries can only be viewed with electronic hardware. 2-D animation and 3-D animation o One student entry per CD/DVD or external device o Jump/flash/thumb drive, or external hard drive if storage space demands it Interactive media o CD/DVD, jump/flash/thumb drive, or external hard drive if storage space demands it
2. Digital Art & Media E. Animation & Interactive Media Guidelines Must be submitted separately on a CD, DVD, or External Device. No longer than 5 minutes. Be cued and ready for judging at the time of the event. Accompanied by 1 to 4 still images, no larger than 8.5"x11, for reference. Images will be used for exhibition purposes where technology is not practical. Filmmaking/animation projects that include live actors are not allowed. A word-processed document with operating instructions should be included with each interactive media entry. Original sounds and music may be used in the production. Use of Copyrighted musical works and sound is limited to 10% of the original work but no more than 30 seconds.
2. Digital Art & Media F. Presentation of Integrated Media CD/DVD or portable storage device must be put in a padded 9 x 12 envelope with image attached to envelope. Inside envelope- 1. Entry media (CD/DVD or external device) 2. Student Intent and Identification Form 3. Digital Art & Media Documentation Form 4. Any and all reference photos 5. Required 1-4 still images (8 ½ X 11) 6. Operating instructions for Interactive Media entries Label envelope Student Name Entry Title VASE Entry ID # School District Teacher
2. Digital Art & Media G. Delineation between Digital Art & Media and Photography: Digital photographs that have not been enhanced using software must be entered under the classification of Photography. A digital photograph that has only been slightly altered with editing software (i.e. contrast or hue adjustments) should be classified as Photography/Digital. If the photographic image is multilayered, has obvious manipulation, is distorted, or has been changed in any of the following manners, the artwork should be classified as Digital Art & Media/Digital Graphics. composition has been altered, components added or removed filters have been added for texture, artistic effects, etc. composition (or a portion of) has been distorted layers have been added for purpose of image alteration
2. Digital Art & Media H. Scanned images and clip art Published or printed material may be used solely for research or as a secondary resource. Direct exact copying, scanning, downloading, or digital manipulation of a published image, photograph, album/cd/dvd cover, magazine, etc., is considered plagiarism just as is copying a speech word-for-word and it is prohibited. The use of Public Domain images is allowed only if the images are manipulated and do not constitute the main idea of the entry.
2D Classifications 3. Graphic Design Art with a commercial purpose, including: Posters Logos Book jackets Programs Brochures Record album/cd covers Advertising or fashion illustrations Copies of existing covers or posters will not be accepted. Designed for a specific purpose. Indicate on the Student Intent and Artwork Identification Form. Submit graphic design entries in original 2D format. Documentation All Graphic Design entries created with the use of a computer must have the required Digital Art and Media Documentation Form attached to the entry. Interactive entries must have a word-processed document with the steps for operating the entry.
2D Classifications 4. Mixed Media Entries in which two or more 2D media are combined in a single twodimensional entry: Collage may be included. Materials may extend up to three (3) inches from the wall, but entries in this category must be designed to hang on the wall.
2D Classifications 5. Painting Acrylic Airbrush Batik Casein Encaustic Gouache Latex Oil Watercolors Tempera
Painting Example: A predominately watercolor painting with some colored pencil enhancements can be categorized as Painting-Watercolor or Mixed Media-Variety.
2D Classifications 6. Photography A. For traditional (non-digital) entries, student should indicate on the Student Intent Form if prints were developed and enlarged by the student or by a professional lab. B. Prints must be matted or mounted with black mat, white mat or presentation board. Supportive backing required. C. Entries in this classification include: Black & White photographs (non-digital) Color photographs (non-digital) Experimental photographs (non-digital) Created in the darkroom. Digital photographs-digital Art & Media Documentation Form must be attached to back of entry. Integrated Media
Photography Example: Traditional photography (non-digital) created in a darkroom. Entries in this classification include: Black & White photographs Color photographs Experimental photographs
Digital Photography Example: If a student is entering any photography that was taken with a digital camera and enhanced using software, the entry should be classified as Photography-Digital. Digital photographs that have not been enhanced using software must be entered under the classification of Photography. A digital photograph that has only been slightly altered with editing software (i.e. contrast or hue adjustments) should be classified as Photography/Digital*. *A Digital Art & Media Documentation Form must be completed and attached to the back of the work.
2D Classifications 7. Printmaking Entries may be any form of creative prints including but not limited to: Block print Collagraph Intaglio Lithograph Monoprint Serigraph The type of print Classification should be indicated on the Entry Certification Form and the Student Intent and Artwork Identification Form.
2D Classifications 8. Fibers Fabric Textiles Fiber Hand-made paper Reeds Includes: Batik Weaving Stitchery Hooking Tufting Embroidery Trappunto Macramé Basketry
Documents Student Intent and Artwork Identification Form Completely filled out Teacher signature required Attach to back of 2D entry Attach as directed to 3D entry Place inside padded envelope with Animation and Interactive Media entries Duplicate copy attached to packing box- 3D Entry Mixed Media Any entry of significant weight and depth ADD NEW FORM
Documents Digital Art and Media Documentation Form Completed form required for- Digital Art Digital Graphics Integrated Media Digital Photography Graphic Designcreated with the use of a computer
Back of 2D Artwork Supportive backing Student Intent and Artwork Identification Form Digital Art and Media Documentation Form (If applicable) All references Label- District School Teacher Student School Teacher Student District
Documents Attach to Sculpture- Student Intent and Artwork Identification Form Attach form to a firm board and tie to sculpture.
Specifications of 3D Artwork No larger than 24 X 24 X 36 Including the base In either direction May not exceed 50 pounds Must be sturdy and stand alone without other means of support Base must be securely attached if used Students set up installations Must be transported to juror in a box 24 36 24
3D Classifications 1. Sculpture/Jewelry Work in round or relief (modeled, carved, cast, or assembled). All work including casting must be done by the student. No more than 24 X 24 X 36 in total dimensions. Measurements include the base. All bases must be attached. Do not submit fragile entries. All 3D pieces must come with an individual container and packing.
Jewelry Example Jewelry pieces may include, but are not limited to: Pendants Rings Pins Brooches Boxes Small metal objects Jewelry pieces are required to be displayed in a box or on a firm backing.
3D Classifications 2. Ceramics Kiln-fired clay Earthenware Porcelain Raku Stoneware Glazed or unglazed Blown glass Functional and/or decorative artworks. Greenware, oil-based clay, or unfired clay will not be accepted.
3D Classifications 3. Fibers Fabric Textiles Fiber Hand-made paper Reeds Includes: Batik Weaving Stitchery Hooking Tufting Embroidery Trappunto Macramé Basketry
3D Artwork Packing Box Attach to box- Duplicate copy of the Student Intent and Artwork Identification Form 8 ½ X 11 photo of artwork Pack in a sturdy box. Adequate packing material Label on box- District School Teacher Student Directional arrow
Protecting Artworks Boxes must be enclosed and made of corrugated cardboard or wood. Adequate packing material for shipping must be included. The box pictured here is not suitable for shipping and is, therefore, not acceptable.
Protecting Artworks 2D works with relief or protruding parts from the surface must also have an appropriate box with packing materials.
Originality and Sources Use of images from art history are not acceptable.
Originality and Sources Students may not copy a published photograph. Direct copies of professional, published and/or copyrighted photographs of celebrities are not acceptable.
Originality and Sources Use of licensed characters in a student artwork are not acceptable.
Originality and Sources Students may copy a photograph as long as it is a photograph taken by the student artist or is studentdirected.
Originality and Sources Use of a consumer product with a logo is acceptable.
Originality and Sources Use of consumer products in a still life are acceptable.
Originality and Sources Use of consumer products in 3D artworks is acceptable.
Originality and Sources Using a commercial product as surface for 2D work, drawing, painting, etc. is acceptable.
VASE Divisions Important to keep in mind- Ten percent (10%) of the actual number of artworks receiving a 4 at the Regional event in Divisions 1 through 4 may advance to State. Artwork must be juried in the same Division that qualified it for Area adjudication. The number of artworks advancing to State VASE will be affected if an entry is entered in the wrong Division. In other words, an entry may be jeopardized from advancing to state because another entry was inadvertently placed in the wrong Division. Artwork must be entered in the correct Division and Category in order to be certified in Qualifications.
VASE Divisions When determining which division to place a student s artwork- Number of credits the student has earned in High School art classes by February 1 st of that year s event. Multiple entries submitted by the same student should be entered in the same division regardless of the course. Examples: If a student has 2 entries, he or she must be listed as AP or IB for both pieces. Same would apply if a student has two entries, taking an Art 2 and Art 3 course, he or she must list both works in Division 3. Division 1-0 - 1 Credits Division 2-1.5-2 Credits Division 3-2.5-3 Credits Division 4-3.5 or more Credits Enrolled in any Studio AP course Preparing for submission of artworks or portfolios for AP IB Visual Art Program professional review Dual/Concurrent Credit Course
JrVASE Divisions When determining which division to place students artwork- Any student enrolled in a Pre-AP or Art 1 high school credit course will automatically be placed in Division 3. Division 1 6 th Grade Division 2 7 th Grade Division 3 8 th Grade Pre-AP High school credit course
Teachers should be diligent in monitoring the conception and creation of student artworks. Teachers may not enter works that violate ethical standards and copyright and fair use laws.