AFAA Convention 2021
November 8 - November 11
NSW Floral Art Association Committee and members look forward to welcoming you to Mittagong in the picturesque Southern Highlands for the AFAA Convention 2021 – New Visions.
The full programme document that you can download below has the timetable, competition schedule, demonstrator information, flower suppliers, accommodation, transport and local area information.
Full Programme and Schedule AFAA Convention 2021
The registration form you can download below needs to be completed and returned with your payment for the activities in which you are interested. If you wish to register and pay online, the details are at the bottom of this page.
REGISTRATION FORM March 2021 – New Visions
The accommodation booking form you can download below is to take advantage of some choices and simple booking process being provided through Destination Southern Highlands. You may, of course, arrange your own accommodation.
Accommodation Booking Form-New Visions 2021
AUSTRALIAN FLORAL ART ASSOCIATION – NATIONAL CONVENTION HOSTED BY THE NSW FLORAL ART ASSOCIATION MONDAY 8 November 2021 to WEDNESDAY 10 November 2021 MITTAGONG RSL CLUB, Bessemer Street, Mittagong NSW
MONDAY 8TH NOVEMBER
| 8am to 5pm | Registration |
| 9.30am to 2.00pm | Staging of Classes 1-9 |
| 12 noon to 2.00pm | Staging of Imposed Classes 10,11 |
| 2.30pm | Judging of all Classes |
| 6.30pm | Convention Dinner and Demonstrations from NSWFAA demonstrators |
TUESDAY 9TH NOVEMBER
| 8.30am to 9.00am | Registration and Morning Tea |
| 9.00am to 9.30am | President's Welcome and Official Opening of AFAA Convention |
| 9.30am to 11.00am | Demonstration by Francine Thomas from New Zealand |
| 11.00am to 12 noon | Two Demonstrations by AFAA members |
| 12 noon to 1.30pm | Lunch and Photographs |
| 1.30pm to 2.00pm | Judges available to speak to exhibitors |
| 2.00pm to 3.00pm | Two Demonstrations by AFAA members |
| 3.00pm to 5.00pm | Workshop (A) with Francine Thomas from New Zealand |
WEDNESDAY 10th NOVEMBER
| 8.30am to 9.00am | Registration and Morning Tea |
| 9.00am to 11.30am | Demonstration /Workshop on Jute with Preeti Sarda from India |
| 11.30am to 12.30pm | Two demonstrations by AFAA members |
| 12.30pm to 1.30pm | Lunch |
| 1.30pm to 3.00pm | Demonstration/Workshop on Paper with Parul Swarup from India |
| 3.00pm to 5.00pm | Workshop (B) with Francine Thomas from New Zealand |
| 5.00pm | Dismantling of exhibits |
THURSDAY 11th NOVEMBER
9am-12noon AFAA General Meeting (followed by lunch for meeting delegates)
PLEASE NOTE : If our featured demonstrators are unable to travel from overseas, their presentations will be streamed live directly to the Convention on a large stage screen. All workshop materials will be provided to participants.
COMPETITION SCHEDULE
CLASS 1 – NEW VISIONS: THE AUSTRALIAN FLORAL ART ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP Prize Money 1st $200 2nd $150 3rd $100
Staged on a supplied 1m x 1m square board, painted black. Wall background painted cream. Carpet floor colouring is dark grey with white circles Exhibit to be viewed and judged from front and sides. Height unlimited.
CLASS 2 – BEYOND the BOUNDARY/S: A CONTEMPORARY EXHIBIT Prize Money 1st $150 2nd $100 3rd $50
Space 70cm wide x 65cm depth, height unlimited. Staged on a table with black material covering To be viewed and judged from front and sides.
CLASS 3 – BOTANICAL SYMPHONY/S: WH PERPETUAL TROPHY – A TRADITIONAL EXHIBIT Prize Money 1st $150 2nd $100 3rd $50
Space 70cm wide x 65cm depth – height unlimited. Staged on a table with black material covering To be viewed and judged from front and sides.
CLASS 4 – STRIKING FOLIAGE/S Prize Money 1st $150 2nd $100 3rd $50
Space 70cm wide x 65cm depth – height unlimited. Staged on a table, with black material covering To be viewed and judged from front and sides.
CLASS 5 – SOLITUDE: AN ABSTRACT DESIGN Prize Money 1st 100 2nd $75 3rd $50
Space 50cm wide x 65cm depth – height unlimited. Staged on a table, with black material covering To be viewed and judged from front and sides.
CLASS 6 – REVEALING THE LAYERS Prize Money 1st 150 2nd $100 3rd $50
Space 70cm wide x 65cm depth – height unlimited. Staged on a table, with black material covering To be viewed and judged from front and sides.
CLASS 7 – INTEGRATED: A DESIGN INCORPORATING MIXED MEDIA Prize Money: 1st $125, 2nd $75, 3rd $50
Space 70cm wide x 65cm depth, height unlimited Staged on a table, with black material covering. To be viewed and judged from front and sides.
CLASS 8 – BRONZE BEAUTIES (2 pieces) Prize Money: 1st $100, 2nd $75, 3rd $50
1. A Necklace to be staged on a supplied jeweller’s bust (painted black matt acrylic). Bust measurements 29cm high x 24cm wide x 10cm base. No attachments should damage the staging.
2. A Bracelet to compliment the Necklace – please supply own staging. Overall space allowed 40cm x 40cm. Staged on a table with black material covering. To be viewed and judged from front and sides. This class may be brought in ready for staging
CLASS 9 – MILLEFIORI: A PETITE DESIGN Prize Money: 1st $100, 2nd $75, 3rd $50
Staged on a grey painted stand space 23cm high x 23cm depth x 23cm wide. Viewed and judged from front and sides. This class may be brought in ready for staging.
CLASS 10 – PIERCING: IMPOSED CLASS Prize Money: 1st $75, 2nd $50, 3rd $25
Fee for imposed class is $50 Staging will commence promptly at 12noon and finish at 2pm Space 70cm wide x 65cm depth – height unlimited. Staged on a table with black material covering To be viewed and judged from front and sides. Exhibitors for this class are required to bring cutters only. All sundries and plant materials will be supplied. A minimum of 80% of materials supplied must be used in the design.
CLASS 11 – INSPIRED by WOOD: IMPOSED CLASS Prize Money: 1st $75, 2nd $50, 3rd $25
Fee for imposed class is $50 Staging will commence promptly at 12noon and finish at 2pm. Space 70cm wide x 65cm depth – height unlimited. Staged on a table with black material covering To be viewed and judged from front and sides. Exhibitors for this class are required to bring cutters only. All sundries and plant materials will be supplied. A minimum of 80% of materials supplied must be used in the design.
SPECIAL AWARDS
BEST IN SHOW: Sponsored by the Australian Floral Art Association $200 + Rosette
MOST CREATIVE DESIGN: Sponsored by Madhu Shah $100+ Rosette
BEST INTERPRETATION: Sponsored by Ann Crasti in Memory of Diana Aspinall $100 + Rosette
BEST USE OF COLOUR: Sponsored by Gayle Robinson $100 + Rosette
BEST USE OF FOLIAGE: Sponsored by Mary Sweeney $100 + Rosette
WH PERPETUAL TROPHY: Donated by the late Warren Hulbert for the Winner of Class 3: A Traditional Exhibit Trophy + Rosette
COMPETITOR’S CHOICE: RHS of NSW Medallion + Rosette
SHOW RULES – NEW VISIONS NOVEMBER 2021
NOTE: TO ALLOW MORE CREATIVITY, 60% OF EXHIBITS MAY BE PRE-CONSTRUCTED UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. ALL PRE-CONSTRUCTED WORK MUST BE EXHIBITORS OWN WORK.
1. An exhibit is made of plant material, with or without accessories, within a space specified in the Show Schedule
2. Plant material must predominate over all other components of the exhibit.
3. The use of artificial plant material is forbidden unless stated in the regulations.
4. Fresh plant material must be in water or in water-retaining material unless such material remains turgid throughout the event.
5. Painted and/or artificially coloured plant material may be used.
6. Pre-prepared work must not predominate in the exhibit.
7. Judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
8. Classes 8 and 9 may be brought in already completed and ready for staging.
9. Drapes, bases, accessories may be used except where prohibited in the Show schedule.
10. Exhibits must be the individual competitor’s own work.
11. All entries to be submitted on the official registration form
12. All acceptances will be acknowledged by email/post, with further details where applicable.
13. Competitors are requested to ensure that no water damages the floor and that worksheets are used on the floor at all times during staging.
14. Competitors must place own debris in plastic bags and remove the same to designated disposal areas.
15. NO AEROSOL/SPRAY painting permitted in the venue or environs.
16. A design must not be changed in any way after it is judged.
17. New South Wales Floral Art Association Inc. does not accept liability for loss or damage to competitor’s property.
18. Competitors unable to full fill their commitments must notify the Show Secretary in advance of the Show.
19. Competitors may use own bases and backing in stated staging areas, but no attachment to any part of the venue is permitted.
20. Exhibits will be marked “Not According to Schedule” if they are out of allotted space.
21. Best In Show will be chosen from Classes 1 to 7.
22. The Most Creative, Best Interpretation, Best Use of Colour, Best Use of Foliage Awards will be chosen from all classes.
23. The WH Perpetual Trophy will be awarded to the winner of Class 3.
24. The Competitor’s Choice Award will be the design with the highest number of votes from individual competitors. There will be one vote only per competitor.
25. Judging will be in accordance with the Australian Floral Art Association Judges Manual
26. Late entries may be considered at the discretion of the NSWFAA committee
27. Only one entry per person in each class.
28. Competitors should make themselves aware of locally listed Noxious Weeds, Weeds of National Significance, National Environmental Alert List Weeds and Water Weeds. Details including Noxious Weeds in the Southern Highlands can be found at www.wsc.nsw.gov.au/services/environment/environmental-information/flora-fauna/noxious-weeds
29. No photographs may be transmitted to electronic media prior to judging.
Competition Nomination
PLEASE NOTE YOUR ENTRIES WILL NOT BE CONFIRMED UNTIL REGISTRATION PAYMENT HAS BEEN RECEIVED.
ONLINE REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT
For those wishing to register and make payment online please complete the form below by clicking the appropriate button to add to your “cart”. Payment will be processed through PayPal via your selected credit or debit card.
New Visions - AFAA 2021 Convention Registration
| Registration | $90 per person | ||
| Imposed Class 10 Piercing | $50 | ||
| Imposed Class 11 Inspired by Wood | $50 | ||
| Demonstration Francine Thomas | $65 | ||
| PARTICIPANT Workshop A Francine Thomas | $70 | ||
| OBSERVER Workshop A Francine Thomas | $40 | ||
| PARTICIPANT Demo/Workshop Preeti Sarda | $50 | ||
| OBSERVER Demo/Workshop Preeti Sarda | $30 | ||
| PARTICIPANT Demo/Workshop Parul Swarup | $50 | ||
| OBSERVER Demo/Workshop Parul Swarup | $30 | ||
| PARTICIPANT Workshop B Francine Thomas | $70 | ||
| OBSERVER Workshop B Francine Thomas | $40 | ||
| AFAA Convention Dinner (there is space to indicate dietary needs when payment is made) | $65 |
