Scoring Scale
Each image category and title will be announced. The level of the entry will not be announced. Adjudicators award each image from 5 to 10 points, utilizing half points. This system provides a wide scope for honest and accurate evaluation.
| 5 – 5.5 |
Extremely poor, with serious faults |
| 6 – 6.5 |
Average, possibly with minor faults |
| 7 – 7.5 |
Average, with no or minor faults |
| 8 – 8.5 |
Above average to very good |
| 9 – 9.5 |
Excellent, with exceptional factors |
| 10 |
Exceptionally good with a WOW factor |
All images are eligible for adjudicator commentary.
Assigned Images
7 / 3 Point System
Assigned images are scored on two components:
- Up to 7 points for technical merit
- Up to 3 points for creative and effective interpretation of the Assigned Subject
Critique
The Learning Experience
The critique is a vital element of growth. Seeing your image from another's perspective, and hearing different opinions on strengths and areas for improvement, benefits the maker as well as the general audience.
Adjudicators
Adjudicators are provided club exhibition rules and guidelines prior to commencement of the meeting. The adjudicator's comments and scores are final for the purposes of the competition.