HSEAD STANDARDS MANUAL

WATERCOLOR THEOREM PAINTING - Members

Theorem Painting is a method of reproduction by means of using stencils.

REQUIREMENTS   

1.   Design – 10% of points

The pattern must be from an original antique theorem or an approved one from the HSEAD collection. If using an antique theorem source, it must be submitted for approval to the Theorem Judging and Standards Chair  three (3) months prior to exhibition.

Choose a design of refinement  which includes a sufficient number of stenciled units, hand painted lines, and hand painted accents for judging. The pattern may NOT be enlarged or decreased or have colors changed to suit one’s personal taste. The completed design size should be a minimum of  8x10, enough to show ability.

² When recording an ORIGINAL  for submission for Judging, in Oil or Watercolor, members no longer need to submit a photo of the original they wish to submit for Judging, or notify the Chairman 6 weeks prior to the meeting.  It is suggested that the original you work from is of good quality. Any question relative to your choice must meet the  standards.

2. Cutting of Stencils – 25% of points

Stencils must have sharp, clean edges with no angular cuts or overlapping units.

3. Stenciling and overall feeling – 50% of points

Skill in stenciling techniques must show in unit behind unit and in even blending from dark to light areas.  The execution of the theorem may be on white paper.  ²White velvet is now acceptable as well as paper. Tinted, dyed, or painted backgrounds are not acceptable.  Theorems should be painted with watercolor paints only, and color should look as the original would have before fading.  ²When recording an original avoid poor craftsmanship; instead improve it.

4. Mounting – 5% of points

Paper must be smoothly mounted, without bubbles or wrinkles, by the exhibitor, We suggest the exhibitor use acid free matt board or foam core.  It is also suggested the exhibitor use either Arches or Strathmore 140# hot press papers.

5. Framing – 10% of points

Watercolor antique theorem paintings were not tightly framed, but were evenly spaced on each side, with more space on the top than on the bottom of the picture.  The exhibitor is to mount and frame the painting properly. 

Frames may be new, antique, or made by the exhibitor, and must be appropriate to the period.  The small older theorems were framed in a one inch or under width; larger designs should not be more than one and a half inches wide.  Non-glare glass and matting will not be accepted. 

²If the design has a basket, compote, table or marble base it must be framed to 1/2" on the bottom and 1 1/2' on the sides and 2" on the top. For botanicals (free floaters) the design must be centered and 1 1/2" all around. Also, spacers are  now required.

 Note: Members are allowed to submit two theorems for judging. 

² When recording an ORIGINAL  for submission for Judging, in Oil or Watercolor, members no longer need to submit a photo of the original they wish to submit for Judging, or notify the Chairman 6 weeks prior to the meeting. . It is suggested that the original you work from is of good quality. Any question relative to your choice must meet the  standards.

** Be advised that with sufficient notice these standards are subject to change.

Added 6/02/2008, subject to Board approval and notice to members.
²Added 5/02/2010

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