Midwinter Masque Prop Contest
In celebration of The Longest Night, the major holiday in Jacqueline Carey’s novels of Terre d’Ange, we would love for you to create one of two items for the celebration to honor the Winter Queen, the Sun Prince, and the members of their court:
- A mask, as the Longest night is celebrated by the Midwinter Masque, or
- A spear, by which the Sun Prince transforms the Winter Queen at the hour of the sun’s return at the Masque.
To our immense delight, Jacqueline Carey will be joining us as a guest judge! Your prop will be judged on the following criteria:
- Originality: We’re looking for a unique item. Make it your own!
- Construction: It should be so well-made it will survive a night of revelry and a glass or three of Joie.
- Backstory: What is your costume/role for the masque ball? And how does your prop show or compliment your role?
Awards will be given in the following categories:
- Best of Show (workmanship)
- Best Use of Convention Theme — “The Longest Night”
- Judges’ Favorite
- Best Novice (to be eligible for this award, you must be a first time participant in the Prop Contest)
- People’s Choice Award
No pre registration is required. Entries can be submitted at the judging session on Saturday, April 3.
- Although not required, information can be submitted in advance using this form.
- All entrants will be given time during the judging session to present their entry and talk about it.
- Along with your entry, please provide a short description of your entry, its inspiration, and any special techniques or materials used.
