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Woodcarving Illustrated's
2008 Santa Carving Contest
Deadline: September 1st,
2008
 Vote Now!Click here to cast your vote for this year's Woodcarving Illustrated santa wood carving contest! |
Contest Rules:
- Carvings will be judged on overall presentation, technical execution, and originality.
- Carvings cannot have been entered in a previous WCI sponsored contest.
- Carvers may submit more than one piece.
- Winners may be asked to ship their Santas to
East Petersburg for studio photography. If
shipment is needed, carvings will be returned.
Helpful Resources:
Article: How
to Photograph your work
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Tips from the judges:
The judges spent hours studying Santa after Santa. We took a few notes while listening in on their conversation. The following suggestions might help your Santa make it to the finals!
- Attitude—Santa should look jolly, not angry or stern.
- Finish—Paint shouldn’t make the carving look plastic.
- Pose and Movement—Change the angle of the
head or hips to eliminate the square look and add a sense of flow. - Facial Details—The face is the first thing people notice. Gather reference material and practice.
- Bases—If you add a base, make sure it ties in with the rest of the carving.
Click here to view 2007 Winners
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