A&S Competition Preparedness, by Elsa

Commonalities

Things common to all A&S displays, however formal.

Before the Event

• Lay out the display. Take a picture of it. Change something, and repeat at least three times. Bring your pics along while setting up at the event.

At the Event

• Small largess pieces for things that you find particularly impressive.
• Business cards are very helpful.

Laurel's Prize Tourney

For the Display:

• Some "terracing" to keep it from just lying flat.
• One copy of the documentation should be more than enough.

For the Artisan:

• A notepad and pen. People will say things you'll want to remember. Also, keep a record of inspiration as it hits.
• Portable snackie things and wet wipes. Depending on the site, you may not have space to move around much at all.

Kingdom Arts and Sciences

For the Display:

• Terracing is King. More verical is more better.
• Three copies of the documentation - two for your two judges, and one for the table. More detail is better, if it's well-organized.

For the Artisan:

• Something to do all day since it's Verboten to hover over your display once time is called.

Gulf Wars Open Arts and Sciences

For the Display:

• One copy of the documentation is more than enough - primarily Populace Vote. Shorter is better.
• Think in terms of "flashy" and "easily comprehensible" - A poster-board display plus tools, examples, and other props are good.

For the Artisan:

• Bring/drink water. It's hot and dusty at War.
• It's suggested that you stay around in case people have questions on your work, but you don't have to.

Local Group A&S, Judged

For the Display:

• One or two copies of the documentation - think: one for the judge to take and one to leave on the table.

For the Artisan: