Parol Ng Pinoy Competition:Follow the Star to FPAC 20!- Calling All Official Entry Contestants

FPAC 20: GUIDE ON THE PAROL NG PINOY COMPETITION

AWARDS:

1st Prize: FPAC20 Parol ng Pinoy: 2011 Best in Show

2nd Prize: FPAC20 Parol ng Pinoy : Most Original & Creative Design

3rd Prize: FPAC20 Parol ng Pinoy: Outstanding Filipino Community Impact

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING:

1. Originality and creativity 40%

(artistry and imagination, uniqueness, choice of colors and design)

2. Relevance of theme to the Filipino Community 30%

(message, inspiration, concept and idea it conveys to the audience)

3. Aesthetic Impact and Presentation 20%

(resourcefulness, use of recycled materials, team effort)

4. Craftmanship 10%

(cleanliness of the craft, precision and skill in constructing the lantern)

TOTAL: 100 %

CONTEST MECHANICS:

1.The contest is open to all Filipinos and Filams in Los Angeles area whether individual or group who are interested to join.

2.Members of the judging committee are proibited from joining the competition.

3.Participants must register and submit their Parol Competition Official Entry Application to Filam Arts not later than September 8, 2011.

4.Entries should be at the FPAC, Point Fermin grounds at 12:00 noon on September 10, 2011. Proceed to FPAC information booth for details.

5.Participants should take care of transporting entries to and from the venue.

6.Participants shall ensure the safety and security of the entries.

7.Once an entry is submitted, no alterations shall be allowed on the design. Minor repairs such as changing bulbs, retouching of paint, and re-gluing will be allowed after securing permission from the judging committee.

8.The lantern must have a minimum height and width of 12 inches but not to exceed 1 meter.

9.Recycled materials can be used with the option of proper lighting to enhance aesthetic presentation or visual effect.

10.Parols will be judged and winners will be announced on the FPAC Main Stage on September 10, 2011 at 2:00 pm.
11.All entries must be newly created and must not have been published before.