JUNIOR WORK
Coordinator: Sheila Farrell
Committee: Kate Michalicka, Kristy Drost, Rebecca Lawrence
Information for Exhibitors:
Please see “General Rules and Regulations” in the beginning pages of the Fair book or online
Pre-registration is required
All entry forms are due at the Fair office by 4 pm on the Monday prior to the Fair
Online entries are due by noon on Tuesday the week of the Fair
ALL WORK MUST BE DONE BY THE EXHIBITOR UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED
Items to exhibit must be brought in between 6 pm & 9 pm Wednesday night September 11/24, or Thursday morning September 12/24 between 8 am & 10 am
Sunday: Exhibit Hall closes at 4 pm to prepare for pickup of exhibits
No exhibits are to be removed from the exhibit building before Sunday at 4:30 pm
Each entry must not be previously entered
No exhibitor may enter more than one object per section
Be sure to have the correct number of items (3) and give attention to size notations (maximum size 30 cm x 30 cm, 12” x 12”)
Food – All food must be displayed on a disposable plate and covered with transparent wrap. All decorations must be edible
Vegetables – when selecting vegetables consider uniformity, size, colour, trueness to shape and the correct number requested
Flowers – when selecting flowers consider uniformity, condition, no insects or disease, and correct number
Fair share exempt for all Junior Exhibits
Please read section descriptions carefully, the judges are obligated to judge accordingly. If the entered item doesn't fit the description it cannot be judged. (i.e. painting vs. drawing or teddy bear vs. any stuffed toy).
*PLEASE NOTE - PICK UP TAGS AT THE FAIR OFFICE DURING OPEN HOURS ONLY. HAVE YOUR TAGS FILLED OUT AND READY WHEN DROPPED OFF AT THE OFFICE. TO SEE OUR OFFICE HOURS, CHECK OUT OUR CONTACT PAGE.
Prizes:
For All Classes 1 to 6 and 8 to 10: 1st: $4 2nd: $3; 3rd: $2; ribbons for 1st to 6th place
For Class 7: 1st: $5; 2nd: $4; 3rd: $3 ribbons for 1st to 6th place
Additional Prizes:
Most Points in Class: Exhibitors with the most points overall in each class 1-7 wins:
Prize Money: 1st: $25; 2nd: $15; 3rd: $10
Rosettes: for most points in each of the Classes: 1 – 7.
All Prize money DOUBLED THANKS to the generosity of an Anonymous Donor.
Classes are based on the student’s grade level completed by August 1st:
Class 1: Preschool (up to age 4)
Class 2: Grades JK and SK
Class 3: Grades 1 and 2
Class 4: Grades 3 and 4
Class 5: Grades 5 and 6
Class 6: Grades 7 and 8
Class 7: Grades 9 to 12
Class 8: Grade JK - 2, Grade 3-6, Grade 7-12
Class 9: Grade JK - 2, Grade 3-6, Grade 7-12
Class 10: Grade JK - 2, Grade 3-6, Grade 7-12
CLASS 1
[PRESCHOOL UP TO AGE 4]:
Sections:
1. Painted pumpkin (1)
2. Hand-sculpted article: made with modeling clay or playdough on paper plate sealed in plastic
3. Decorated pencil
4. Nature craft
5. Drawing: any subject
6. Painting: any subject
7. Puppet made from a paper bag
8. Paper plate craft
9. Painted rock or stone
10. Ceramic article (may be store bought): hand painted by child
11. Dress a small STUFFED TOY (only costume to be judged)
CLASS 2
[GRADES JK-SK]:
Sections:
1. Painted pumpkin (1)
2. Hand-sculpted article: made with modeling clay or playdough on paper plate sealed in plastic
3. Decorated pencil
4. Nature craft
5. Handmade jewelry – mounted and sealed in plastic
6. Greeting card – entirely handmade by child
7. Drawing: any subject
8. Painting: any subject
9. Creative LEGO: mounted on cardboard no larger than 30 cm x 30 cm (12” x 12”) completely sealed in plastic bag or wrap
10. Ceramic article (may be store bought): hand painted by child
11. Painted rock or stone
12. Paper plate craft
13. Handmade Christmas Ornament
14. Dress a small STUFFED TOY (only costume to be judged)
CLASS 6
[GRADES 7 & 8]:
Sections:
1. Carve a pumpkin (1)
2. Hand-sculpted article: made with clay/modeling clay on paper plate sealed in plastic
3. Nature craft
4. Homemade jewelry: mounted on a board/cardboard
5. Greeting card – entirely handmade by exhibitor
6. Knitted or crocheted article
7. Sewing article: machine and/or hand-stitched
8. Draw or paint a single object: bird, animal, machine, etc., any media on paper or canvas
9. Draw or paint a scene/landscape: any media on paper or canvas
10. Draw or paint a portrait: any media on paper or canvas
11. Draw or paint Science fiction/Fantasy: any media on paper or canvas
12. Draw or paint Pop Culture reference: any media on paper or canvas
13. Draw Zentangle pattern: on paper or canvas
14. Create and illustrate your own comic: minimum 6 frames
15. Script/cursive/handwriting, one sentence: “Spencerville Fair is awesome because ____” (filling in the blank) quality of handwriting and completed statement to be judged
16. Smash book/Journal: (1) page, with or without photographs, maximum 30cm x 30cm (12” x 12”)
17. Interesting photo: (1) taken mounted and labeled by exhibitor
18. Make a wind chime/wind mobile
19. Article made with duct tape
20. Small scarecrow (maximum height 51cm (20”)
CLASS 5
[GRADES 5 & 6]:
Sections:
1. Carved pumpkin (1)
2. Hand-sculpted article: made with clay/modeling clay on paper plate sealed in plastic
3. Decorated pencil
4. Nature craft
5. Homemade jewelry: mounted on a board/cardboard
6. Greeting card – entirely handmade by exhibitor
7. Draw or paint a single object: bird, animal, machine, etc., any media on paper or canvas
8. Draw or paint a scene or landscape: any media on paper or canvas
9. Draw or paint a person or face: any media on paper or canvas
10. Draw or paint Science fiction/Fantasy: any media on paper or canvas
11. Create and illustrate your own comic: minimum 6 frames
12. Script/cursive/handwriting, one sentence: “Spencerville Fair is awesome because ____” (filling in the blank) quality of handwriting and completed statement to be judged
13. Creative LEGO: mounted on cardboard no larger than 30 cm x 30 cm (12” x 12”) completely sealed in plastic bag or wrap
14. Collage: “All about Me” maximum size 30 cm x 30 cm (12” x 12”)
15. Dress a small TEDDY BEAR (only costume to be judged)
16. Draw or paint Pop Culture reference: any media on paper or canvas
17. Interesting photo: taken, mounted and labeled by exhibitor
18. Make a wind chime/wind mobile
CLASS 4
[GRADES 3 & 4]:
Sections:
1. Painted pumpkin (1)
2. Hand-sculpted article: made with modeling clay or playdough on paper plate sealed in plastic
3. Decorated pencil
4. Nature craft
5. Handmade jewelry: mounted and in plastic
6. Greeting card – entirely handmade by exhibitor
7. Draw or paint a single object: bird, animal, machine, etc., any media on paper or canvas
8. Draw or paint a scene or landscape: any media on paper or canvas
9. Draw or paint a person or face: any media on paper or canvas
10. Draw or paint Science fiction/Fantasy: any media on paper or canvas
11. Create and illustrate your own comic: minimum 3 frames
12. Printing, one sentence: “Spencerville Fair is awesome because ________” (filling in the blank) and completed statement to be judged
13. Creative LEGO: mounted on cardboard no larger than 30 cm x 30 cm (12” x 12”) completely sealed in plastic bag or wrap
14. Collage: “All about Me” maximum size 30 cm x 30 cm (12” x 12”)
15. Dress a small TEDDY BEAR (only costume to be judged)
16. Make a wind chime/wind mobile
17. Musical instrument from recycled material, judged on appearance and sound
CLASS 3
[GRADES 1 & 2]:
Sections:
1. Painted pumpkin (1)
2. Hand-sculpted article: made with modeling clay or playdough on paper plate sealed in plastic
3. Decorated pencil
4. Nature craft
5. Handmade jewelry – mounted and sealed in plastic
6. Greeting card – entirely handmade by child
7. Draw or paint a single object: bird, animal, machine, etc. any media on paper or canvas
8. Draw or paint a scene or landscape any media on paper or canvas
9. Creative LEGO: mounted on cardboard no larger than 30 cm x 30 cm (12” x 12”) completely sealed in plastic bag or wrap
10. Ceramic article (may be store bought): hand painted by child
11. Printing, one sentence: “Spencerville Fair is awesome because ________” (filling in the blank) quality of printing judged
12. Collage: “All about Me” maximum size 30 cm x 30 cm (12” x 12”)
13. Harvest craft: for table, wall, door, etc.
14. Dress a small STUFFED TOY (only costume to be judged)
15. Make a wind chime/wind mobile
16. Musical instrument from recycled material, judged on appearance and sound
CLASS 7
[GRADES 9 - 12]:
Sections:
1. Carve a pumpkin (1)
2. Hand-sculpted article: made with clay/modeling clay on paper plate sealed in plastic
3. Nature craft
4. Homemade jewelry: mounted on a board/cardboard
5. Knitted or crocheted article
6. Sewing article: machine and/or hand-stitched
7. Draw or paint a single object/still life: any media on paper or canvas
8. Draw or paint a scene/landscape: any media on paper or canvas
9. Draw or paint a portrait: any media on paper or canvas
10. Draw or paint Science fiction/Fantasy: any media on paper or canvas
11. Draw or paint Pop Culture reference: any media on paper or canvas
12. Draw Zentangle pattern: on paper or canvas
13. Create and illustrate your own comic: minimum 8 frames
14. Calligraphy/Script/cursive handwriting, one sentence: “Spencerville Fair is awesome because ____” (filling in the blank) quality of handwriting and completed statement to be judged
15. Smash book/Journal: (1 or 2) page, with or without photographs, maximum 30cm x 30cm (12” x 12”) per page
16. Photo collection: minimum of (3) with theme - taken, mounted together and labeled by exhibitor
17. Article made with duct tape
18. Handmade Mask: decorated
19. Article of Woodwork
20. Fashion: design a formal outfit on 8 ½” x 11” paper, sketch with colour
CLASS 9
[FLOWERS]:
Divided by Grades JK-2, Grades 3-6, Grades 7-12
Sections:
1. Marigolds: (3) blooms
2. Zinnias: (3) blooms
3. Petunias (5) blooms
4. Pansies: (3) blooms, any colour(s)
5. Dahlia under 5”: (3) blooms, any colour(s)
6. Most unique flower
7. Floral arrangement: minimum of (3) garden varieties of flowers (buds and greenery may be used)
8. Bottoms up: an artistic floral arrangement in a mug (buds and greenery may be used)
9. Artistic arrangement: using natural materials from field and woods (buds may be used) container appropriate to the arrangement, but not necessarily a natural material
10. Fantasy Garden no more than 30cm x 30cm (12” x 12”)
CLASS 8
[VEGETABLES]
Divided by Grades JK-2, Grades 3-6, Grades 7-12
Sections:
1. Potatoes (3)
2. Carrots (3)
3. Cucumbers (2)
4. Tomatoes (3): with calyx, full size Not mini
5. Odd shaped vegetable (1)
6. Vegetable Vehicle: combination of whole or carved vegetables and/or fruit in a solid container or on tray
7. A creature made from garden produce and other natural materials in a solid container or on tray
CLASS 10
[BAKING]:
Displayed on study paper plate and encased in clear plastic
Grade JK-2 - Decorations done by exhibitor unassisted (only decorating will be judged)
Sections:
1. Decorated sugar cookies (3)
2. Decorated cupcakes (3)
Grade 3-6- Judges on appearance and taste
Sections:
3. Rice Krispies squares (1)
4. Chocolate chip cookies – (3) - no larger than 7.5cm (3”) each
5. Butter tarts (3) – no nuts or raisins
Grade 7-12 - Judged on appearance and taste
Sections:
6. Brown sugar fudge square (2) no nuts
7. Brownie squares: (3) iced (no nuts)
8. Any Apple Desert – (one serving) main ingredient must be apples, Ex. Apple pie, apple crisp, apple turnover
9. Butter tarts (3) – no nuts or raisins