Sci Fi and Fantasy Model Comp

This is the information page for the upcoming SFMC to be held:

28th October 2018
@ 3rd Melton Scout Hall, cnr Henry and Smith St, Melton
Model Entry from 10am.

Pricing :

General admission is $2.00 per adult. Children 14 years or under are FREE.

Model competition entry fee is $2.00 per model.

Categories to enter:

Gundam Models - Out of Box, all scales

Gundam Models - Modified, all scales

Mecha (Non Gundam) - Open, All scales

Sci Fi and Fantasy Vehicles and Equipment – Out of Box, all scales

Sci Fi and Fantasy Vehicles and Equipment – Modified, all scales

Sci Fi and Fantasy Figures - Open, Large

Sci Fi and Fantasy Figures - Open, Small

Sci Fi and Fantasy Busts - Open, all scales
Sci fi Droids - Open All scales (new)

Wargaming army – Open, all scales

Dioramas – Open, all scales

Some updated information.

DETAILS
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO ENTER?
Anyone who builds Science Fiction or Fantasy related, vehicles, Dioramas or figures can enter the competition. You do not need to be a member of a modelling club to enter.
WHAT MODELS CAN BE ENTERED?
Any Science fiction or Fantasy related Vehicle or figure that conforms to the competition rules, classes and categories.
WHAT IS THE ADMISSION AND MODEL ENTRY FEE?
General admission is $2.00 per adult. Children 14 years or under are FREE. Model competition entry fee is $2.00 per model.
HOW DO I ENTER?
Entries will be accepted between 10.00 am and 1.00 pm.
ARE THERE ANY TROPHIES?
Trophies will be awarded for First, Second and Third place in each category. There will also be an ‘Entrants Choice’ award.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE TO SEE?
A number of retailers will be in attendance selling a range of products, and some displays or demonstrations may be involved depending on availability
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Mic Bradshaw:    0402 596 907 MOB
or visit:       the IPMS Blog and go to the SFMC link in the side page https://ipmsaustralia.blogspot.com COMPETITION RULES 1.   The SFMC Competition is organised by IPMS Australia Inc and Gunpla Builders Group. 2.   ENTRIES:  Must be presented at the entry desk between 10.00 am and 1.00 pm. Entry forms will be available at the entry desk on the day. 3.   If a model has gained a place in a previous SFMC  competition, it is ineligible for entry in any subsequent SFMC competition. 4.   Models will be available for collection between 4:00 – 4:30 pm ONLY. 5.   ENTRY FEE:  $2.00 for first model, $2.00 each for next 5 models. Any additional models are FREE. There is no limit on the number of models that may be entered. 6.   JUNIORS:  Must be 14 years of age or under, as at the 1st March. 7.   The competition is open to models of Science Fiction or Fantasy related subjects ONLY. 8.   All models must be completely built and finished by the entrant. Each model is eligible for entry into a single category ONLY. 9.   REFERENCES:  As a minimum every entry MUST be accompanied by the instruction sheet supplied in the kit. Details of changes or modifications should be provided in writing and supported by reference material where possible. Failure to supply any of the above material may incur a loss of points. 10.     MATERIALS:  Models may be constructed from any material eg: plastic, resin, white metal, photo-etched metal etc. 11.     Models may be displayed on a base or plinth containing additional material but the judges will only consider the specific model designated on the entry form. FIGURES, DIORAMAS and VIGNETTES are exceptions. If in the opinion of the Chief Judge, the base work is deemed to be too extensive then the model may be placed in either the Diorama or Vignette category. 12.     All models within the base of a DIORAMA will be judged as a whole. 13.     AWARDS:  Will be given for First, Second and Third place in each category. The winning models will be determined by a points system, which takes into account, construction, finish, attention to detail, accuracy to reference and realism for a total of 100 points. Each model will be assessed by a minimum of two judges whose decision will be final. 14.     In the event of a dispute regarding interpretation or application of these rules, the decision of the Chief Judge, appointed by the organisers, shall be final and binding and no correspondence will be entered into. 15.     DISCLAIMER:  While the organisers undertake to provide all reasonable care and protection of models entered into the competition, such models are entered at the owners own risk and the organisers cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage that may occur. COMPETITION CLASSES OUT-OF- BOX (OOB) 1.   The model must be built using only those parts contained within a SINGLE KIT. Filler surfacing materials and scrap plastic may be used to fill gaps and defects. Kit parts may be thinned or refined as long as their basic shape is unchanged. Parts may not be sectioned, cut open or repositioned to display interiors. Exhausts and gun barrels may be drilled out. Air inlets may be opened. Panel lines may be rescribed after sanding or to correct inaccuracies. Wheels that steer may be turned at an angle and tyres may be flattened at ground contact. Aftermarket, 3D printed parts or scratchbuilt items may not be added or substituted. 2.   The following parts ONLY may be added or substituted for kit parts. Aerials and antennas, rigging wires. 3.   The model may be finished in any colour scheme and markings. The use of metal foils, metalliser paints and powders is allowed. MODIFIED (MOD) Any model that does not conform to the OOB rules. Aftermarket, 3 D printed parts and Scratch built items may be added. OPEN Contains models from OOB and MOD. FIGURES (FIG) Contains only Sci Fi or Fantasy related figures. DROIDS and Automated Humaniod Figures. DIORAMAS (DIO) A scene which tells a story, including one or more models on a base with extensive scenic effects. May also contain figures to set the scene. DEFINITIONS Gundam A Vehicle from the animated Gundam universe. Droids Robots or automated machines with human like features Mecha A manned armoured combat suit. Vehicle A machine not of human appearance. War Gaming Army. 5 or more figures or vehicles of a cohesive unit. Competition Categories and Awards. All Entrants Gundams -       Out of Box -       Modified Mecha -       Open Vehicles and Equipement -       Out of Box -       Modified FIGURES -LARGE (76mm & larger) *OPEN -SMALL (75mm & smaller) *OPEN BUSTS *Open DROIDS *Open DIORAMAS  (all scales) *OPEN War Gaming Army (all scales) *OPEN ‘Entrants Choice’ A model will be chosen as ‘Entrants Choice’ by a vote. This vote will be made by all entrants in the SFMC competition. Best Gundam - A prize will be awarded for best overall Gundam Model. Best figure- a prize to the best overall figure model will be awarded. A junior Category maybe instituted if required by the organisers.