Aquaterra A&S Championship Competition 2025

[Sabina Di Zorzi]

Greetings!

The 2025 Aquaterra Arts and Sciences Championship will officially be happening at our Good Yule event on December 6th!

Given that art takes time, I'm putting this year's A&S Championship details out now (below) so folk have time to get their entries together. Please message me directly if you have any questions or if you're willing to be a judge for this competition. These details will also be able to be found on the Kingdom Calendar soon.

In service,

HL Sabina di Zorzi

Aquaterra A&S Champion 2024

***Aquaterra Arts and Sciences Championship Competition 2025***

"Anachronism within our anachronism”

*Overview*

In this competition, artisans are invited to showcase their skills by creating an item using a technique from one time and place inspired by artwork or objects from a different time and place. Think of it as two SCA personas working together on one piece of art. This challenge is meant to encourage creativity, experimentation, and historical exploration, combining the beauty of one time and place with the techniques of another.  

*Competition Guidelines*

*Creation*

Choose any period technique from a specific time and place. Select a piece of artwork, an object, or a style from a different time period and/or place than the technique you have chosen for inspiration. For example, you might create an embroidered pocket using 16th Century Venetian stitching techniques, but with a design inspired by early Scandinavian wood carvings.

*Documentation*

Provide a brief written explanation (1-2 paragraphs) detailing the historical period of the inspiration piece, the period technique used, and how they were combined in your final creation. Include references to primary sources or academic research where possible.

*Judging Criteria*

 - Historical Accuracy: How well does the item align with the chosen period technique? Is it made using authentic materials and methods?

 - Creativity & Interpretation: How effectively does the artwork inspire and influence the finished piece? Did you take creative liberties that enhance or explore the historical context?

 - Craftsmanship: The overall execution of the technique, attention to detail, and the quality of the final item.

*Submissions*

Items must be presented in person to the judges and other interested witnesses who may ask questions as well.

Championship will be awarded based on the above judging criteria and our Coronets approval. All participants will receive feedback on their work to encourage growth and exploration.

Requirements for Champions can currently be found in our Customary on the baronial website, but that's up for review, so check in with the Coronets if you have questions regarding that.