AMFS show

Mark your calendar!

You won't want to miss our 35th Show!
It will be held

February 17-19, 2012 at the

Atlanta Marriott Century Center.

2000 Century Boulevard NE

Atlanta, GA 30345

404 325 0000

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/trave...century-center

Latest Show News!

12/01/2011 - Painting workshop with Mike Hall announced! Click here for more details!!!

12/26/2011 - Dan Tisoncik will give a seminar on 'Diorama Design and Vignettes concepts', WWII subjects in 54mm scale !

12/26/2011 - Alan Ball will give a seminar on 'Planning and Creating Effective Groundwork'!

12/26/2011 - PRE-Registration: New to the 2012 show: Pre-registration opens at 6:30 pm for those who have pre-registered with general registration opening at 7:00 pm. All pre-registration should be post marked by January 31, 2012. See the registrations link for more information.

01/04/2012 - Artist Preservation Group (APG) and Creative Foundations are proud sponsors of the AMFS 2012 Workshop.

01/04/2012 - AMFS is pleased to announce that Creative Foundations has donated finished bases for the workshop bust.

2012 Show Theme: The American Civil War 1861-1865

The Atlanta Military Figure Society warmly invites you to our 35th Annual Show on Friday-Saturday-Sunday, February 17-19, 2012, at the Atlanta Marriot Century Center . This year's show promises to be a fun and enjoyable weekend for all. Over the past 34 years, our show has become one of the most fun-filled, exciting exhibitions/competitions for miniature figures in North America. From novice to master, modelers from across the Nation and around the World come to meet and exchange ideas with other modelers and to forge friendships that last a lifetime.

Our Show showcases the works of modelers from the four corners of the globe and offers a shopping bonanza with a great selection of figures, supplies, and reference material for the miniature figure enthusiast. You will discover the span of figure modeling at our Show - from historical and military re-creations to the unlimited imagination of science fiction, fantasy, and anime.

HOTEL REGISTRATION

There are two easy ways to register for the 2012 show and receive convention rates.

1.) You can call the hotel at 404 325 0000 and make reservations using the convention code word of AMFS.

2.) You can register online by clicking on REGISTER NOW below. By using this link, the dates will prefill 02/16/2012 to 02/19/2012 and Group code of "amfamfs"

REGISTER NOW

GENERAL SHOW INFORMATION

Please contact Lou Coroso Contact Us (See our contact page) if you would like to purchase a vendor table. Vendor Registration Form
Vendor Registration Info

Tentative Schedule

Friday, February 17, 2012

5:00 PM Vendor set-up begins

6:45 PM Pre-Registration opens for Pre-Registered Exhibitors

7:00 PM Exhibitor room opens for registration; Vendor Hall opens to the public

9:00 PM Exhibitor registration closes for the day

9:00 PM Vendor Hall closes for the day

Saturday, February 18, 2012

7:00 AM Vendor set-up opens

9:00 AM Exhibitor registration and set-up opens; Vendor Hall opens to the public

9:00 AM Exhibit Hall opens to the public

10:00 AM AMPS Seminar- TBA

12:00 PM (noon) Exhibitor registration closes for the show

1:00 PM Seminar- Dan Tisoncik will give a seminar on 'Diorama Design and Vignettes concepts', WWII subjects in 54mm scale.

3:00 PM Seminar- Alan Ball will give a seminar on 'Planning and Creating Effective Groundwork'

5:00 pm AMPS Seminar- TBA

7:00 PM Vendor Hall closes for the night

9:00 PM Exhibit Hall closes for the night

Sunday, February 19, 2012

9:00 AM Exhibit and Vendor Halls open to the public

12:00 PM (noon) Awards presentation

The Exhibition and Competition

ADMISSION

Non-exhibitors: $5.00 per day.

Children under 12: FREE (Must be accompanied by an adult).

Exhibitors: $20.00 at the door, $15.00 pre-registration (Unlimited entries).

Juniors: $5.00 (Unlimited entries).

PRE-REGISTRATION

Pre-registration is available to allow exhibitors to move swiftly through the registration process, freeing more time to enjoy the Show. Our pre-registration lines have been revamped and improved to ensure you will spend less time waiting in line. We strongly encourage potential exhibitors to take advantage of this opportunity. All pre-registrations must be postmarked by 01/31/2012. Simply download and print the Pre-registration Form and return it with the registration fee to:

Pre-Registration Coordinator

Terry Martin

3220 Cooper Woods Drive

Loganville, GA 30052

All exhibitors must register their entries regardless of competition participation.
Exhibits must be displayed in the following Categories:

JUNIOR

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For modelers and painters aged 15 and under

BASIC

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For modelers and painters preferring not to exhibit in the Advanced divisions and who have been awarded no more than three medals in Basic and none in the Advanced divisions in past competitions

HISTORICAL - PAINTERS

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For stock figure entries with minor conversions - judging is based primarily on painting skill

HISTORICAL - OPEN

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For figure entries with major conversions, original or diorama entries - judged on painting skill as well as imagination, skill in sculpting, converting and/or scratch-building.

FANTASY - PAINTERS

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For stock fantasy entries with minor conversions - judging is based primarily on painting skill

FANTASY - OPEN

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For fantasy entries with major conversions, original or diorama entries - judged on painting skill as well as imagination, skill in sculpting, converting and/or scratch-building.

TOY SOLDIER

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There are multiple categories within this division - One Gold Award will be offered in each of the following categories.

Old Toy Soldiers

A: Small Groups (1-10 figures)
B: Large Groups (11 or more figures)

New Toy Soldiers

A: Small Groups (1-10 figures)
B: Large Groups (11 or more figures)

Youth Award

Old or New Toy Soldiers, unlimited number of figures, 15 years old or younger

Old Toy Soldiers in Historical Context

Awarded to the exhibit representing the antiquity and rarity of the figures, as well as demonstrating their historical significance in the production of Toy Soldiers - Unlimited number of figures

MODELS

There will be one category (Models) in this division. The model division includes any stock, conversion or scratch built kits including Ordnance, Aircraft, Water Vessels and Ships, Spacecraft, Science Fiction and Non-Military Vehicles.

Entry in more than one division requires separate displays because divisions are physically separated within the Exhibit Hall.

Exhibits cannot exceed 30" (depth) by 36" (length) without prior written approval from the Show Chair and all groundwork must be permanently attached to the display base.

MEMORIAL AWARDS

Bob Knee Memorial Award

Best figure(s) representing the United States Marine Corps, any period. Sponsored by AMFS.

Charlene Prince Memorial Award

Best figure(s) representing the spirit of Hope, Courage and Joy.

Howard Goshorn Memorial Award

Best figure(s) representing the Napoleonic era, 1800-1815. Sponsored by Earl Levitt and AMFS.

Charles Morton Memorial Award

Best figure(s) any scale or period representing the spirit of the American fighting man throughout history. Sponsored by Joe Singletary.

William Imrie and Clyde A. Risely Memorial Award

Best American Revolutionary War figure(s), excluding Native Americans. Sponsored by Lou Coroso.

John Roberts Memorial Award

Best British Empire figure(s). Sponsored by Ron Werhman, Mark McGinnis and Chris Fontenot.

The Black Watch Award

Best Figure or Figures representing The Black Watch in honor of the late Bill Thomas, former AMFS Show Chairman and Atlanta Soldier Society member. Sponsored by Lou Coroso and Mark McGinnis

SPECIALTY AWARDS

Best of the West Award

Best figure(s) or vignette, any scale or subject representing the American West, 1830-1880. Sponsored by Tyler and Terry Martin.

Napoleon's Eagle Award

Best French Napoleonic figure(s). Sponsored by Terry Martin.

The Equitatus Award

Best Mounted Figure any period Sponsored by Pete Garrison.

Historex Award

Any Historex figure(s), single or mounted Sponsored by Pete Garrison, Terry Martin, Ron Wehrman..

Georgia History Award

Best figure or figure(s) representing a Georgian (born, lived, or died in Georgia) OR a Georgia Historical Event. Sponsored by Dr. David Wiggins.

Best Collection Award

Best collection of acquired figures; primarily an award for collectors. Sponsored by AMFS.

FANTASY AWARDS

Phoenix Award

Best figure(s) or bust(s) in the Fantasy Division. Sponsored by The Atlanta Military Figure Society.

Best Horror

Best classical or modern figure(s) or bust(s) in the Fantasy Division. Sponsored by Dr. David Wiggins.

Best Super Hero

Best figure(s), bust(s) or diorama featuring a single or multiple Super Hero, Heroine, Villain or Villainess in the Fantasy Division. Sponsored by Dr. David Wiggins.

MANUFACTURERS AWARDS

Michael Roberts, Ltd., Award

Any Michael Roberts, Ltd., figure(s). Sponsored by Michael Roberts, Ltd./ Mike Stelzel.

Red Lancer Award

Best painted lancer, any nation, Napoleonic era or later. Sponsored by The Red Lancer.

Reaper Award

The best stock or modified figure(s) from the Reaper line of Miniatures. Sponsor by Reaper

AMFS 2012 SHOW THEME AWARDS

The American Civil War 1861-1865

The best figure(s) or display representing the American Civil War $100.00 gift certificate for First Place

The American Civil War 1861-1865

The best figure(s) or display representing the American Civil War $50.00 gift certificate for Second Place.

EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS

This year's Show promises exciting and informative seminars geared to enlighten and entertain attendees. As always, these seminars will be offered free of charge to all show attendees. Seminars will be on Saturday.

Seminars- TBA

The Show is proudly considered a family-oriented attraction. We particularly welcome the opportunity to introduce children and youth to our wonderful hobby. Participants are kindly asked to respect all attendees, and exhibitors are expected to use good taste and judgement in selecting displays. It is not our intent to restrict artistic expression; however, the AMFS Show Committee reserves the right to decline entry or remove from display any exhibit deemed inappropriate for this Show. The Show's exhibition is open to modelers of any skill level, and we encourage the participation of new and junior modelers.

JUDGING

The AMFS Show operates its competition under the Open System, in which entries are judged independently on merit. The title of Grand Master may be conveyed to a deserving individual by a consensus of all Grand Masters in attendance. The winner of competition between Grand Masters will be presented the Atlanta Cup.

The Judges Best of Show Award is the Derek Holmes Trophy in honor of the late sculptor, modeler and Atlanta Grand Master who contributed selflessly to this Show and the figure modeling community. This award is presented to the figure(s) or display deemed by the judges to be the most outstanding in the show.

A variable number of Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals as well as Certificate of Merit will be awarded in the Figure-Painters, Figure-Open, Fantasy-Painters, Fantasy-Open and Models categories.

Junior and Basic Categories will be awarded the AMFS Specialty Medallion and Certificate of Merit

Numerous memorial, specialty, commemorative and manufacture awards will be presented for exemplary displays at the Show.

Photography

All Show attendees are invited to photograph displays and Show happenings. We request that you observe these guidelines:

Do not touch any display without prior authorization from the Show Committee and exhibitor;
Do not use tripods in the Exhibit Hall;
Do not interfere with the general viewing and judging of displays.

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