Highlights of our Expo will be:
Exhibition-Style Display
Models are displayed by modeler, not by category--similar to an art exhibition. Each participant's work is grouped together with a name plaque and badges, emphasizing the modeler and encouraging conversation, interaction, and community building.
Juried Exhibition (Open System)
A pre-qualified team of experienced jurors evaluates models utilizing an Open/Gold-Silver-Bronze system. Models are judged on their own merit against a standard of excellence--not against other competitors. Jurors will be available after evaluations to provide respectful feedback and critiques upon request.
Seminars and Presentations (Free with Admission)
Presentations by accomplished modelers covering:
--Figure painting
--Diorama design
--Scratch-building techniques
Plus a historical presentatiuon by an author/historian on P-40 aces.
Silent Auction (Charity Benefit)
A silent auction featuring quality modeling items, wiith all proceeds benefitting the Redwood Empire Foster Parents Association.
Raffle & Grand Prizes
--Two raffle tiers with multiple prize drawings
--Separate drawing for multiple Grand Prizes
Vendors
A decicated vendor room offering kits, tools, and supplies--many at show-special pricing.
Special Awards
--People's Choice Award (voted by participants)
--Additional juror-selected special awards recognizing outstanding work
Admission
$20 entry fee -- unlimited models