MARCH - AT NAVY PIER 2016 Tablescapes C HICAGOFLOWER COM
What Chicago Brings to the Table The Chicago Flower & Garden Show will be blooming once again at Navy Pier, March 12-20. To complete our spring awakening, we re looking for one-of-a-kind Chicago florists and designers to join us as we create another memorable event. In 2016, we are introducing our official Tablescapes competition! A panel of judges will evaluate each participant s display on-site using several criteria and choose a winner that will be recognized for the duration of the Show! Read on to learn more about this unique opportunity. If you re interested in participating, be sure to submit your entry application before it s too late. The deadline for submission is October 16, 2015. We look forward to having you join us for the 2016 Chicago Flower & Garden Show! Sincerely, Tony Abruscato Show Director
Fleur & Decor To celebrate the beauty and variety in Chicago, our 2016 show theme is Chicago Is. Therefore, we are looking for designs that highlight the diversity inherent in Chicago s art, culture, neighborhoods and lifestyles. We want to see what Chicago means to you through the designs that you present. Design Details: This year s tablescape theme is: What Chicago Brings to the Table Spaces consist of two back walls measuring 8 ft tall x 8 ft wide that will be set in a 90-degree corner and painted a neutral color. Tablescape floor footprints cannot exceed 10 ft x 10 ft. (Upon arrival on March 10th you will have the option to paint or cover your walls.) All tables must be set up on Thursday, March 10 in Navy Pier s Festival Hall between 1 and 4 pm and/or Friday, March 11 between 8 am and 2 pm. Tablescapes must stay within their assigned footprint. All tables need to be maintained to stay fresh for the entire run of the show. (Maintenance can happen between 8:30 and 9:30 am as well as between 8:00 and 9:00 pm.) All displays must be collected Sunday, March 20 between 6:30 and 9:30 pm. How to Reserve a Table: With only 12 spaces available, don t miss your opportunity to show Chicago your talent! Complete and submit attached application. Submit a rendering of your proposed tablescape design. Submit a written description of your tablescape and purpose. On-site Evaluation: On-site evaluation will be handled by a panel of judges using the following criteria: Tangible standards Elements and principles Aesthetic standards For a full breakdown of the judges scoring criteria see attached sheet. Judging will take place on Friday, March 11, starting at 2:30 pm. The winner will be notified and their design will be recognized on-site for the duration of the Show.
2016 Tablescapes Application Submission Deadline: October 16, 2015 Contact Name Organization Phone Address City State Zip Daytime Phone Email PR Contact Daytime Phone Email Will you need electricity for your tablescape? YES NO Will you be painting or covering your background? YES NO Will you be hanging anything from the ceiling? YES NO (Advance Approval Required) If yes, what *Required: written tablescape description & tablescape design rendering. Deadline: Friday, October 16, 2015 Show Hours: Setup Date: Pickup Date: Monday-Wednesday, 10 am to 6 pm Thursday-Saturday, 10 am to 8 pm Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm Thursday, March 10, 1 pm to 4 pm Friday, March 11, 8 am to 2 pm Sunday, March 20, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm All exhibits must be completed by 2:00 pm on Friday, March 11. Judging will commence promptly at 2:30 pm on Friday, March 11. *Please remember you are responsible for the upkeep of your tablescape. Displays may be watered 1 hour before or up to 1 hour after the show closes. Please send this application, along with your written tablescape description and design rendering by October 16, 2015, to: email: or mail: Valerie Abruscato, Marketing Assistant valerie@chicagoflower.com Chicago Flower & Garden Show Attn. Tablescapes 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Suite 302 Chicago, IL 60642 You will be notified of acceptance by December 1, 2015. Questions or concerns? Email valerie@chicagoflower.com or call 312.241.1275.
2016 Tablescapes Judging Criteria Tangible Standards Mechanics Professional Application/Finish (10) Construction Stability/Balance/Proportion (10) Condition of Material/Water Source if needed/lasting Quality (5) Total for Tangible Standards...25 Elements & Principles Line Movement/Rhythm (10) Use of Space Dimensionality/Size (10) Color Balance/Proportion (10) Texture Contrast/Visual & Tactile (10) Unity Emphasis/Harmony (10) Total for Elements & Principles...50 Aesthetic Standards Incorporation of Theme (10) Interpretation/Emotion/Tension (5) Creativity/Expression/Economy of Means (5) Suitability/Originality (5) Total for Aesthetic Standards...25 Total Possible Score...100 Tablescape participation is free to eligible applicants: professional florists, event planners, event companies, interior design firms, commercial retail and commercial properties groups, clubs and colleges. Questions or concerns? Email valerie@chicagoflower.com or call 312.241.1275.