ARTIST CREATIONS CONTEST CATEGORY

This category is for artists who create reborn and silicone-based artistic creations using vinyl kits or silicone kits. Entries are focused on fantasy, imaginative, and creatively interpreted designs, including fantasy characters, magical beings, hybrids, and artistic animal creations.

This category is NOT for realistic reborn or silicone baby dolls. Realistic reborn and silicone baby dolls must be entered in their designated category.

This category is centered on creativity, imagination, craftsmanship, and overall artistic presentation.

WHAT CAN BE ENTERED

• Entries must be created using vinyl kits or silicone kits
• Entries may be reborn dolls, silicone dolls, reborn animals, silicone animals, or artistic fantasy creations based on these kits
• Artists may modify kits to achieve their artistic vision
• Sculpted additions, fantasy features, and creative enhancements are permitted
• Fantasy and artistic animal interpretations are encouraged
• Clothing, costumes, accessories, and props are allowed
• Entries and props must fit within the assigned display space provided by KDS
• Each artist may enter only one piece in this category

WHAT IS NOT ALLOWED

• Realistic reborn or silicone baby dolls (must be entered in the appropriate category)
• No gory, graphic, or horror-themed entries

HOW ENTRIES SHOULD BE PRESENTED

• Contestants must provide their own display materials
• Entries must be safely and neatly displayed in their assigned space
• Props should enhance the concept without overpowering the entry
• Hair, fur, feathers, scales, and other details should be neatly finished and appropriate to the design
• The focus should always be on creativity, imagination, and artistic presentation

HOW ENTRIES ARE JUDGED

Judges will look at:

• Creativity and imagination
• Artistic interpretation and originality of the concept
• Quality of painting, finishing, and detailing
• Skill in modifying and enhancing kits
• Use of fantasy and artistic elements
• Overall craftsmanship and attention to detail
• Overall presentation and visual impact
• How well all elements work together as a complete artistic creation

Judging is based on creativity, imagination, artistic skill, and presentation.

Awards

1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place

Artistic Creations Contest Category

$45.00

Please provide your full name exactly as you would like it listed on the Contest Registration Form.

0/500

Please provide your nursery or business name exactly as it should appear on the registration form.

0/500

Quantity

Only 5 left in stock

Be sure to reserve your spot early before all contest slots are filled! Contestants must attend the Kansas Doll Show on both Saturday and Sunday. Winners will be announced during the Awards Banquet on Saturday. You DO NOT have to attend the Awards Banquet to receive your trophy if you win, but you must be at the show on Sunday to pick up your trophy.
All contest entries must remain completely anonymous. Entries will be identified by contestant number only. No names, studio names, or identifying information may be displayed.

Please have your entry fully covered before entering the contest staging area. Entries must be kept out of public view at all times before judging.

Dolls submitted for judging may not be photographed, shared, or published on social media or any public platform BEFORE submission.

Once your entry is displayed for judging, you are not allowed to touch your contest entry until judging is complete.

Contestants are not permitted to identify or imply which entry is theirs at any time while voting or judging is taking place.

You may be disqualified if you fail to follow the rules as mentioned.
All contest entries will be judged by a panel of qualified judges. Entries are identified by contestant number only to ensure fair and unbiased judging.

Judges will evaluate entries based on the criteria outlined for each specific contest category.

Judges will not know the identity of the artist associated with any entry. No doll names, artist names, studio names, or identifying information are permitted on or near the entry.

Contestants:

May not touch or adjust their contest entry once it is displayed for judging.

May not identify, discuss, or imply ownership of any entry while judging or voting is taking place.

May not photograph or publish their contest entry prior to submission and judging.

Judging comments and score sheets will not be discussed with contestants.

All judging decisions are final.

KDS does not participate in the judging.
Setting Up at the Show

Remember: All contest entries must remain anonymous at all times.
Have your entry fully covered or placed in a box when entering the contest staging area. Entries must NOT be visible to the public before judging.

You will pose and display your contest entry on Saturday morning in the contest staging area, near the showroom floor. Once your entry is placed, you may not return to or touch it until judging has been completed.

Contest Setup Time

Setup begins at 7:30 AM CST.

All entries must be fully set up by 8:30 AM CST.

Late entries may be disqualified.

Each contestant will have a form with their name and contestant number at their assigned area. Please locate your assigned area and complete the form. Leave the completed form with the KDS staff working in the contest area.

Be sure to place your contestant number sticker on your entry. This step is very important to ensure proper identification during judging.

Contest Entry Pickup

Entries must be picked up on Saturday only.

Pickup time is 1:00–1:30 PM CST.

Please do not be late; unclaimed entries may be subject to forfeiture

When picking up your contest entry, you must:

Sign a release form

Present a valid photo ID

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Artistic Creations Contest Category

Spaces are minimal

Remain Anonymous

Judging

Refund Policy

Setting Up at the Show

Liability / Responsibility Clause

Disqualification Authority

Early Removal / Emergency Policy