A&S
Competitions, Displays, and Artisans Village
Prepare for an epic wave of creativity as War of the Wings 300 presents its Arts and Sciences Competitions! Playing his legendary lyre, the Greek god Apollo leads the Muses, goddesses of creative inspiration, with his music and poetry. And let us not forget Athena, mighty goddess of weaving and embroidery, or Hephaestus, god of smiths, makers, and craftsmen.
Call upon the children of Zeus to inspire you as you bring their spirits to life through your artistry and scholarship. Join us to honor the innovations of antiquity – your masterpiece awaits!
An Open Display table will be available daily for artisans to display works that they do not wish to be entered into competition. Artisans: Please plan to pick up your work every evening at 4 pm.
War point Competition
The Call of the Muses – an Open War Point A&S Competition – Friday Oct. 17th, 10am – 4pm
– All artisans are welcome to showcase their arts in a participant-judged competition
– Pre-registration requested – onsite registration will be available.
– Set-up for static arts begins on Friday at 9am.
– Pre-judging meeting with all participants at 10am.
– Performing Arts judging begins at 2pm.
– Collect your entries at 4pm
– All Artisans will be asked to judge a minimum of two additional pieces outside of their artistic field.
Sponsored Competitions
All groups are invited to sponsor competitions! Households, shires, cantons or Baronies – what do you want to see from the artisans of the Known World?
The Tears of the Gods – Sponsored by the Order of the Pearls – Friday, Oct 17, 10am – 3pm
Pearls have been used as adornment for centuries, at least as far back as ancient Greece, where they believed pearls were the tears of the gods. The oldest known pearl jewelry was discovered in the sarcophagus of a Persian princess who died in 520 BC.
Because natural pearls were so rare throughout history, only the richest nobles could afford them. During the Byzantine Empire, rules dictated that only the emperor was allowed to wear these treasured gemstones. Ancient Egyptians were often buried with their prized pearls.
The Order of the Pearl is a grant level Order of the Kingdom of Atlantia, and the value of research will be included in the Rubic for selecting the winner.
The entrants will produce a worthy “Tears of the Gods” in the fashion worn in Hellentic Greece. The judging criteria will be based on the best use of the Pearl. I have two links shown from the Metropolitan Museum of Art for you to review as you begin your journey and construction. Beadwork, Bead Embroidery, Goldwork as the Needle arts are preferred.
The prize for the winner is a Site specific certificate and a $50.00 gift certificate for supplies!
The Oreiní dáfni – (Mountain Laurel Competition) Sponsored by Marion, Leoncina da Susa OL, OP – Thursday, Oct 16, 9am – 3pm
A competition to showcase the arts and documentation of recognized Laurels who have continued to grow in the Arts and Sciences after their elevation. The Laurel entrant may NOT enter using an art form they were elevated for; entry must be an art form that has been learned since the Laurel was elevated. This competition is more about showcasing quality documentation than artistic skill, so bring your best write-up of your newest art!
– Any A&S Format
– Documentation required.
– Populace Judged with bead voting: Blue = general populace = 1 point, Green = students of the arts = 2 points
The Mikrá Dóra (Little Gifts) Largess Competition – Sponsored by Baroness Theresa of Caid – Saturday, Oct 18, 10 am – 3pm
At this year’s War of the Wings there will once again be a Baker’s Dozen largess competition. It will be held on The winner will be decided by populace vote and will receive 1 item of each entry. All entrants must create 13 items based on a theme suitable for Largess, ie:
– 13 needle books – 13 pouches
– 13 hats from different or same period – 13 flavored salts
– 13 children’s toys
These are but a few examples. Anything that is suitable to be given as largess will be welcomed. You can enter as many sets of thirteen as you wish.
– All items must be tagged and ready to be given the day of competition.
– Items should not have heraldry on them as they may be given to other areas.
– If donating consumable items, (food, drink, wearable) please list contents as to avoid allergies and or sensitivities.
– This is not an A&S competition so documentation is NOT required.
– Please specify if your donation is for kingdom or barony (if for a specific barony please mark it as such).
– The winner will be chosen by the populace and will receive one item from each entry.
open display
Agora Techne – Wednesday Oct 15 thru Saturday Oct 18, 9am – 4pm
Come share your passion at the Agora Techne Wednesday through Saturday. If your display is larger than 4′ X 4′, please bring your own table.
Artisans’ village
The Laconian Artisans’ Village – Wednesday Oct 15 thru Saturday Oct 18 9am – 4pm
The War of the Wings A&S Staff welcomes you to practice your art at the Laconian Village and Makers’ space Wednesday through Saturday. Gather, tutor, collaborate and share your knowledge, or join a roundtable and share with like minds! Artisans are encouraged to bring the tools for your art, a tables, a chair, and documentation if you would like to share it.
Registration, Judging, and Volunteer Sign-Up
To register for an A&S Competition, Sign up for A&S Display Only, or to Volunteer to assist with Judging please complete the Forms: Coming Soon
Questions
If you have any specific questions or concerns, please contact the A&S Coordinator, Sir Christian von Nurnburg
Documentation Forms
Click here to use an EZ-Doc Form to document your entry.