2022 4-H Digital Storyboard Invitational Contest

General Rules and Guidelines

OVERVIEW
The 4-H Storyboard is an industry-inspired method of displaying original designs. The best storyboards
create vivid visual images that are interesting and appealing to viewers. The storyboard “tells the story”
of the designer’s idea. The storyboard includes original illustrations and flats, as well as additional
materials (such as photos from the Internet or magazines, paper, fabric swatches, patterns, etc.) that
have influenced the unique design.

PURPOSE
The purpose of the Storyboard contest is to give 4-H members an opportunity to create a storyboard of
their original design. It also provides the members an opportunity to gain knowledge of the career
responsibilities of a designer and illustrator, enhance creativity and originality, and develop visual
communication skills.

DESIGN BRIEF
The following design brief serves as the direction for the 2022 Storyboards. 4-H members should create
their Storyboard around their interpretation of the design brief.
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Get out and explore the great outdoors. That may mean in your own back yard, at a national park or on
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The 4-H Digital Storyboard Invitational Contest is designed for Senior Level 4-H Members. Check your
county or district for junior and intermediate level Storyboard contest guidelines.

GENERAL RULES
1. Digital format. Storyboards can be created using a digital platform including but not limited to
Canva, Picmonkey, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and PowerPoint. All entries
must be saved as a PDF, jpeg, jpg or png.

Texas 4-H
Storyboard Competition Guide Page 1 of 4

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religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity
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2. Storyboard size requirements. Depending on the platform that you are using there will be different
pre-determined size templates, most will also include the option to select custom dimensions.
Storyboard dimensions need to be between 18”and 24” (in one direction) and 24”and 30” (in the
other direction). Recommended size is 18” X 24”.
3. Participation and Level of Competition. Storyboards will now be an invitational contest at the
senior 4-H level. A 4-H member may enter only one storyboard.
4. Entry and submission of Storyboard. Each storyboard must be created by the 4-H member.
Storyboard layouts should include original illustrations and flats, as well as additional materials that
have influenced their unique design. All entries must be saved as a PDF, jpeg, jpg or png. Entries
will be submitted online from April 1, 2022 -April 15, 2022
5. Number of garments/ designs. Focus on one garment/design for the storyboard. Contestants may
provide up to two (2) variations of the original design.
6. Categories. The following is a list of the categories and descriptions. Each storyboard should be
entered in one category. A 4-H member may enter only one storyboard.
a. Wearable: Clothing that can be worn. Includes items such as pants, shorts, skirts, blouses,
sweaters, coats, dresses, etc.
b. Accessory: Includes items such as belts, purses, bags, hats, etc.
c. Jewelry: Includes necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, etc.
d. Pet Clothing: Includes items that can be worn by a pet or any other animal.
e. Home Décor – items that are easy to move and make a home visually appealing, examples
of home décor items include: throw pillows, table runner, or wall hanging.
f. Home Furnishings – items that make a home comfortable for living or working in. Examples
include: couch, ottoman, chair, tables, desks, beds and the like.
7. Scoring. Storyboards will be evaluated based on the 4-H Digital Storyboard Score Sheet.
8. Each Storyboard must conform to and will be evaluated based on the following, but is not limited
to:
a. Visual Appeal of Storyboard – Storyboards should show evidence of creativity by the 4-H
member. The layout of the storyboard should illustrate a theme, mood, or spirit of an idea.
i. Original design should serve as the focal point of the design.
ii. Placement of the inspirational items should allow the eye to flow across all elements
of the board without distracting from the design.
iii. “White space” or “blank space” should be kept in consideration. Too much or too
little white space detracts from the design.
iv. Additional photos and other materials can be used to show the inspiration for the
design. These additional materials should enhance the storyboard, without taking
away from the original design.

Texas 4-H
Storyboard Competition Guide Page 2 of 4

The members of Texas A&M AgriLife will provide equal opportunities in programs and activities, education, and employment to all persons regardless of race, color, sex,
religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity
throughout Texas A&M AgriLife.
 b. Cohesiveness of Imagery and Overall Aesthetic – Unified design elements throughout the
board. Design elements can be anything including color, fonts and images.
c. Consistent Color Palette – Use a consistent color palette and theme throughout the board.
d. Fabric Samples, Trims, and Embellishments – Fabric samples must be included on the board
and be appropriate for the design illustrated. Trims and embellishments that would be used
on the garment/outfit should be included, if applicable to the design.
i. If the exact fabric swatch cannot be found, a “basic swatch” may be used to
illustrate fabric type (denim, linen, etc.).
ii. Examples of trims and embellishments would be top stitching, piping, buttons, etc.

e. Balance – The visual weight of the elements on the storyboard. Visual elements should be
placed in a pleasing arrangement to fulfill a purpose or achieve a desired look and feel.

f. Comprehensiveness – Visual design can help to convey a message regarding your design.
The colors, images, text and symbols selected should enhance the story of your design.

g. Originality of Design Illustration– The focus of the storyboard contest to display your
original designs, not create knockoffs of designs that are already on the market. As the
designer it is important use your imagination and inspiration to create fresh and novel ideas.
All design illustrations and flats should be the original work of the 4-H member. The design
may be hand drawn or computer drawn. No “copying and pasting” from someone’s design
as seen on the Internet, in a magazine, or other sources for the original design.
h. Design Detail in Flats – Should include the at least one Illustration and at least one Flat.
Flats – A flat sketch is a two-dimensional technical drawing which illustrates a garment with
basic sold lines and includes all construction details such as seams, darts, etc. It is like the
“blueprint” of your design. The word “flat” refers to the way that they are drawn: imagine
the item is lying flat on a table so that you are viewing all details from either the front or the
back.
i. Titles/Labels – The title for each storyboard must be: Reinventing History with Fashion
Additional labels maybe added to the board as needed to provide details as related to the
overall design of the board. A subtitle may be used for a more personalized name of the
design. Labels may be included to enhance the storyboard or to clarify a point, but they will
not be required.
j. Design Brief – Storyboards should follow the design brief and category descriptions.
k. Completeness – Storyboard follows the contest guidelines and includes an illustration, flat
and inspiration pieces.
l. Image credit – List the photo credits for the pictures used in the storyboard. These will be
included on the storyboard label.

Texas 4-H
Storyboard Competition Guide Page 3 of 4

The members of Texas A&M AgriLife will provide equal opportunities in programs and activities, education, and employment to all persons regardless of race, color, sex,
religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity
throughout Texas A&M AgriLife.
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Jewelry – flats need to include the technical

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Accessory – flats
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Home Décor and Home Furnishing – can include

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Texas 4-H
Storyboard Competition Guide Page 4 of 4

The members of Texas A&M AgriLife will provide equal opportunities in programs and activities, education, and employment to all persons regardless of race, color, sex,
religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity
throughout Texas A&M AgriLife.