SCRAP Presents: Iron Artist 5
Date Posted: August 5, 2007 Posted By: ArtPDX
The School and Community Reuse Action Project (SCRAP) is hosting its 5th annual sculpture competition and fundraising event – IRON ARTIST – on Saturday, August 25th, 2007 in the lot on the corner of North Vancouver and Failing in Portland. The main attraction of this high-energy celebration of creative reuse is a timed three-hour “sculpt-off” where 10 teams of artists create sculptures from used materials provided by SCRAP, The ReBuilding Center, and Free Geek. Each team will receive boxes of similar materials and race against the clock to create their masterpiece! A theme for the sculptures will be announced when the competition begins, and in the end, a panel of local celebrity judges will critique the final pieces and award the coveted Cup du SCRAP, a gold trash can adorned with Mardi Gras beads.
Iron Artist has been described as one part Iron Chef and one part Junk Yard Wars. Prior to the event, teams are provided a list of approved tools and fasteners that can be used in the creation of their sculpture. On top of that, each team is allowed to bring a secret weapon which can be either an additional tool OR a bonus material to incorporate into their sculpture.
During the competition, loud-mouthed emcees entertain the crowd, while a raucous team of yellow-flag-throwing referees monitor the teams and hand out bonus points and demerits on a whim. Bribery of referees and judges is highly encouraged. A beer garden sponsored by Lompoc Brewery will have Lompoc brews, local wine and Tazo Tea for purchase. Food vendors will be on site to satisfy any hunger pangs. A fabulous raffle featuring prizes from local businesses will be take place at the awards ceremony. Price of admission is a sliding scale of $5-20. All ages are welcome (under 12 free with adult). All proceeds from this event benefit SCRAP. Performances by: The Last Regiment of Syncopated Drummers and the Sprockettes.
