BASKETRY

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Classification 8 -   Basketry

Traditional:   The intent is to recognize those artists that work with traditional materials, forms, designs and techniques

Contemporary:  the intent is to encourage the use of innovative materials and techniques.
                         Judges will evaluate all materials and design elements

ALLOWED

Materials
1.  Materials derived from plants

• Must be within the tribal traditions of the artist
• Must be processed by the artist

   Examples:  Willow, Redbud, Fern, Yucca, Devil’s claw, Split ash, Sweet grass
2. Natural Dyes
 
ALLOWED WITH DISCLOSURE

Materials
1.  Purchased plant fiber materials must still be processed by the artist
2.  Plant materials outside of tribal traditions.
3.  Unconventional plant, animal, and commercial materials are allowed but must be identified.
     i.e.  horsehair, yarn, threads, metal, wire,
4.  Commercial dyes
5.  Decorative components made by others
 
NOT ALLOWED
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Commercially made baskets

Note:  Ribbon entries must not be sold or promised at the time of Judging.