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The competition will be held over 4 hours followed by judging, Followed by the Prize Giving Ceremony and then the Grand Auction. The Competition: each competitor will draw for logs, that will measure about 8ft x 22", probably of Sitka Spruce, and then the 4 hour clock starts, no extra time will be allowed before the judging. All competitors must wear safety gear, and must take care to protect themselves and the public at all times. Only chainsaws may be used during the competition. Help can be obtained to move the timber if required. In addition to the main event competitors will also be asked to participate in a Quick Carve event where they are given 30 minutes to prepare a small carving. All proceeds from the auction of the Quick Carve pieces will then go to benefit the local community – this year the money will go towards the repair of our village hall. Please see the Event & Rules page for details of the competition and rules. 
Peter Bowsher with his 2004 winning chain-saw sculpture.
Judging
The Judging; Five judges will mark out of 10 and the carver with the highest score out of a possible 50 points will be declared the winner, the chief judge will have the casting vote in the event of a draw. All the pieces will be judged on artistic merit. Prizes The Prize Giving: The winner will receive the magnificent Claymore Trophy and prize money of £300, 2nd place £200, 3rd place £150. The Novice winner will receive £125 and the beautiful Stags Head Trophy. The People's Choice carving will receive £125. 
Second placed Kilted scotsman with caber by Kevin Guilders.
Auction
The Grand Auction: All the finished works of art will be sold at the auction following the prize ceremony, starting with the 1st placed, and then in descending order of the placement. If a carver chooses not to sell his work, it can be withdrawn from the auction before bidding starts. All the money raised from the sale will belong to the carver other than for items from the quick carve event which will go to the Community Council.
Payment for the pieces sold must be made directly to the carvers. Transportation of the carvings must be the responsibility of the purchaser. However every effort will be made to help remove the carving from the field and store ready for collection. All the money raised from the sale will belong to the carver. Spey Valley Hire are once again offering free delivery for carvings up to a 50 mile radius. |
