Re: [AISdiscuss] Handbook Revision

[CEMahan@aol.com]

In a message dated 10/10/2006 10:44:17 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,  
ZEBRAIRIS1@aol.com writes:

Judging  is inherently subject, but is hopefully guided by knowledge, 
experience,  consistency, and not the least, compassion for the exhibitor.  
An iris  
show is a major PR event for the benefit of local iris growers, the local  
affiliate and ultimately the AIS.  This is not a venue for a  technical, 
quantitative analysis, but rather a qualitative evaluation i.e.  Flowers 
fresh and 
undamaged? Speciman upright and well-proportioned?  Stalks and foliage 
heathy? Also, 
how can my judging encourage a novice  exhibitor to want to become a more 
successful exhibitor? AS to how these  qualities stratify into blue, red, 
white or 
honorable mention awards,  first observe the overall quality of all the 
exhibits and then consider  adjusting your statisfication standards 
accordingly. (A 
red at one show  just might be a blue at another.)  Arrogant, perfectionistic 
judging  (save it for the garden) is likely to detract from our most visible 
PR  
opportunity and harm the local affiliate so should not be encouraged  within 
our 
handbook.



The above was written by Brad K. and I want to associate my name with his  
wise words. Hurray for Brad! Clarence

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