It's time for the first ever Turners Forum Itty Bitty Contest. Come one, come all!!! The rules of the contest are simple.
For Entry, you must turn a miniature piece and post it in this thread. We will ask a non-participant to judge and determine the winner. You may turn any form you like and submit as many entries as you like as long as they fit the following criteria.
1. No longer than 1 1/2" in length
2. No larger than 3/4" in diameter.
3. Must be made from wood
4. Must be finished
5. No Photo editing
6. Three pics - One for show, One against a scale for length, and one against a scale for diameter.
You will be judged on the following criteria:
1. Originality
2. Form
3. Finish
4. Size (smaller the better)
5. Complexity
6. Figure and grain
Impregnated stabilized blanks are acceptable.
The winner will be awarded a "Special" Trophy.
The contest will commence Today (12-1-05) and will accept entries until 12-8-05. Judging will take place after the entry deadline.
Any objections to these rules may be submitted to the contest committee via this thread. Good Luck!