Changes to the Master's Program
October 2005
1. The Master's Program has been in effect since 1987. The
amount of work that went into this program's development was fenonimal and
deeply appreciated by all who have worked with the Program. As time progresses
the Program needs to be enhanced to meet the needs of the organization. We have
received numerous concerns about how the Pysanky category of the Master's
Program does not represent the true art of Pysanky. To resolve the concerns we
contacted Helen Badulak who is highly respected in the Art of Pysanky.
The following changes have been made to this category:
Level Requirements:
Novice: Chicken eggshell must be used
Intermediate: Duck, Goose, Swan, or Rhea eggshell must be used
Master: Ostrich eggshell must be used
Though these level requirements are stricter, it will show the progressive
talent of the artist.
Standards:
General Creativity:
Originality: design of interest to the eye
Design: stand, base, or hanger (if used) must be compatible with the design and
in proportion to its style or period
A finish is not a requirement on a Batik/Pysanky egg at any level. If it is
applied it will become part of the judging.
We have asked Helen Badulak to provide us with her comments about the Program
revisions and you may view her comments by clicking on the Helen Badulak link
above.
2. Master Certification Score Sheet.
| We have also changed how the judging is conducted on each
entry into the Master's Program. Originally, three judges would judge each
entry individually, resulting in three score sheets with various scores and
comments. The average of these scores would determine the final outcome of
the entry. Often times the comments and scores created confusion for the
entrant. To resolve these concerns, we will continue using three judges for
each entrant, however, the judges will work together and determine the
points to be awarded for each standard. The scores will be placed on one
sheet and a total provided that will determine whether the entrant passes or
fails. The form will now be a standard size sheet of paper. One copy will be
made for the file and the original will be returned with the egg entry to
the entrant. The score sheet also has criteria that can be checked for
common errors. There is also a comment section for the judges to provide
suggestions. An example of the new score sheet is at the right. |
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| We did a trial judging in Ohio utilizing the new procedures
for scoring. The judges believed this process was in the best interest of
the judges and the entrants. The judges reviewed and discussed each standard
and all were in agreement with the outcome of the scores. If at any time the
three judges cannot come to an agreement on the total the steward will make
the final determination. |
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