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INTERNATIONAL SNOW SCULPTURE CHAMPIONSHIPS
INTERNATIONAL SNOW SCULPTURE CHAMPIONSHIP
Breckenridge, Colorado January 21 to Feb. 2, 2014
Breckenridge, Colorado January 21 to February 2, 2014
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reckenridge caters to Sculpture Championships is Whether you’re here for
snow seekers of all ages, bringing together 16 teams the first time or the 24th time,
and nothing embodies representing 12 countries you are participating in a
the magic of the winter season from around the world to
rich Breckenridge tradition,
more than the Budweiser present intricate works of
International Snow Sculpture snow art. Four-person teams one that has evolved into
Championships. In addition to will carve 20-ton, 12-foot- a world-class event and an
skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, tall blocks of snow without inspirational experience. The
sleigh rides and ice skating, the use of power tools, Budweiser International Snow
our 155-year old town offers internal support structures or Sculpture Championships is
yet another way to experience colorants – just the ingenuity
an opportunity to enjoy the
snow – with an awe-inspiring, of the sculptors and a medium
yet fleeting outdoor art gallery. that lends itself, if only beauty of snow, the journey of
Now in its 24th year, the temporarily, to the persuasion the process and the stunning
Budweiser International Snow of hand tools. end product.
How do they do that?
If you’re inspired (and we know you will be), here are a few tips and a step-by-step
guide to creating your own piece of snow art.
Brainstorm: Tools of the Trade
Talk with your group and
discuss what you’d like to ▶ Sandbox toys such as small shovels and buckets can help craft a simple
sculpt. Draw ideas from a few different starting shape.
angles, or better yet, use modeling clay ▶ Head to the kitchen! Spatulas, spoons, butter knives and vegetable peelers
to develop concepts. This will be a guide work well for refining.
once you’re outside and working with ▶ Try a spray bottle: the fine mist melts a thin layer of snow that quickly re-
the snow. freezes, making it easier to sculpt details.
2 Get Started:
While professionals work
with large cubes of snow,
Project Ideas to Get You Started
▶ Beginner: Start with a basic shape. Try sculpting a pyramid, sphere,
it’s best for beginners to start with a boot, soda bottle or can, pine tree, ice cream cone or apple.
smaller canvas. Pack a clean plastic
trash can with snow (pack it well – it’ll
help later on), flip it over and you’re ▶ Intermediate: A snow turtle is really just a mound of snow with legs, a
ready to sculpt. head and a shell pattern. It’s very easy to make and ideal for younger kids.
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▶ Advanced: For an igloo, start with a dome
Dive In: Begin by shape. Slice off a small edge and hollow out
roughly blocking out the the inside. Add an entry, carve ice block
basic shape of your creation. Refer to markings and viola!
your drawing and use smaller tools to
refine the sculpture. Finally, carve the
finest details to create a finished work of
snow art.
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▶ Event Information:
877-864-0868 or GoBreck.com Make sure to stop by The Snow Lounge,
Lodging Information:
855-272-5737 or GoBreck.com Exhibit and Store. These, along
e v e n t i n f o r m at i o n
with viewing finished pieces and
▶ Event Dates:
Technical Week visiting the ice display.
January 13 - 17, 2014
Watch how the blocks are built.
▶ Event Site Championships. Kids’ Choice
Sculpting Week The Championships are held voting ballots are available
January 21 - 25, 2014 in and around the Riverwalk inside the Snow Lounge.
See the transformation as the Center, located in the heart of
artists sculpt. Breckenridge on South Park ▶ The Magic of Ice
Avenue between Washington Don’t miss the Ice Village,
Awards Ceremony Street and Adams Avenue. located on the Riverwalk
Sculpting ends on Saturday, lawn. Each intricate carving is
January 25 at 10 a.m., and the ▶ The Snow Lounge - sculpted into a glowing statue.
awards ceremony takes place Make sure to check out the The sculptures represent many
Saturday, January 25, at 3:30 p.m. Snow Lounge, inside the of the supporters of the Snow
Riverwalk Center. Bring your Sculpture Championships.
Viewing Week questions and comments, and
January 25 - February 2, 2014 the snow sculpture history ▶ The Necessities
Weather permitting, the exhibit or just step inside to Public restrooms are located
snow sculptures will remain warm up! outside on the east and west
on display through Sunday, sides of the Riverwalk Center
February 2. That evening, they ▶ A Permanent Memento building.
disappear into the night! Be sure to stop by the Snow
Lounge for posters, pins and ▶ Park and Stay Awhile
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other mementos. Free all-day parking available
at skier parking lot off of Airport
▶ Snow Sculpture History Road. Free three-hour parking
Exhibit on Display is available at the Ice House
The Snow Lounge, Discover the process of snow Lot near Ski Hill and Main; the
Exhibit & Store Hours sculpting, get information about French Street Lot, on French
Tuesday, January 21 the past competitors and learn Street between Lincoln and
1 pm – 5 pm the answers to 23 years of trivia. Washington.
Wednesday, January 22 Located at the Snow Lounge,
10 am – 7 pm this exhibit explores the last 23 ▶ Catch a Free Ride
years of the International Snow Free public transportation is
Thursday, January 23
Sculpture Championships. available throughout the town
10 am – 7 pm
from 6:15 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.,
Friday, January 24 ▶ Don’t Forget to Vote provided by the Breckenridge
10 am – 5 pm
Support your favorite sculpture FREE RIDE. Maps are available
Saturday, January 25 with the People’s Choice at the Snow Lounge, the
9 am – 7 pm Vote. Voting occurs Friday, Welcome Center on Main
Sunday, January 26 January 24 through Sunday, Street, Breckenridge Station
9 am – 5 pm January 26 at 2 p.m. Stop by and on each bus. The closest
January 27 – February 2 the Snow Lounge or look for bus stop to the Event is the F-
12 pm – 4 pm volunteers and voting boxes Lot, which is serviced
throughout the site. A $1 by most routes.
Snow sculptures will remain on donation receives one vote and
display through February 2, 2014
weather permitting. Schedule
goes directly to supporting the
subject to change. International Snow Sculpture
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Tuesday, January 21
11am – 5pm
Sculpting Begins!
1pm – 5pm
The Snow Lounge, Exhibit & Store open
Wednesday, January 22
7am – 11pm
Sculpting Continues
2 0 1 4 s c h e d u le o f e v e n t s
10am – 7pm
The Snow Lounge, Exhibit & Store open
Thursday, January 23
7am – 11pm
Sculpting Continues
10am –7pm
The Snow Lounge, Exhibit & Store open
Sculptures will remain
on display through
Friday, January 24 Sunday, February 2, 2014,
7am
Sculpting Continues, artists sculpt all night weather permitting.
until 10am Saturday
Schedule subject to change.
10am –5pm
The Snow Lounge, Exhibit & Store open
Noon
People’s Choice & Kids’ Choice voting starts
Saturday, January 25
9am – 7pm
The Snow Lounge, Exhibit & Store open
People’s Choice and Kids’ Choice voting:
Vote for your favorite sculpture
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EVENT SITE
TO W N M A P
▶ Eco-FriendlY
LED Lights
It’s only natural that a town so inspired by
nature would go green. Green finds its way to the
Budweiser International Snow Sculpture Cham-
pionships.
During sculpting week in Breckenridge, our
artists do their best work with shovels and snow.
To highlight that work, an eco-friendly, LED light-
ing system will illuminate Breckenridge’s outdoor
sculpture gallery. Throughout viewing week subtle
colors add to the artistry, creating a dance of light
and shadow.
▶ The Snow Lounge
We’re pretty sure you’ll want to take your time
snapping photos and exploring the sculpture.
But when it’s time to warm up, head to the Snow
Lounge where you can relax indoors. While you’re
inside, explore 23 years of snow sculpting trivia,
learn fun facts and see photos of sculptures past.
The Snow Lounge is your chance to escape from
the elements. Just don’t escape for too long. You
wouldn’t want to miss that moment where winter
ends and art begins.
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Team Mongolia
2013 winners
Mongolian Warriors
Captain: Batmunkh Tserendash
Members: Ochirbold Ayurzana, Altanbayar Odgerel, Govisaikhan
Bayanmunkh
In 13th century Mongolian warriors were very powerful and
courageous heroes. In this sculpture we aim to show the grim
courage and cast-iron will of the Mongolian warriors.
photo by carl scofield
2 n d P L AC E
Team Catalonia (Spain)
Banyista Nua (Homage to Picasso)
Captain: Lluís Ribalta Coma-Cros
Members: Ramon Masramon Leiva, Nahuel Forchini Zaragoza,
Mateu Marcet Blasi
Rep: Martina Ribalta Coma-Cros
This sculpture pays homage to Picasso, one of the greatest artists of
the 20th century. Picasso was born in Spain and grew as an artist in
Barcelona. History tells us that Picasso began with Cubism while
observing the houses of Horta de Sant Joan in the south of Catalonia.
Picasso’s work combined with the atmosphere of our sunny country
inspired us to sculpt a woman naked on the beach. This design is
meant to contrast with the snow and cold in Breckenridge. Perhaps,
sculpting in snow with a “warm” theme may help our team survive
the cold temperatures! Picasso forever!
photo by carl scofield
3 r d P LAC E
Team Estonia
Koit
Captain: Viroi Timonen
Members: Henry Timusk, Jana Huul, Agu Trolla
Rep: Jennifer Mason
This sculpture is based on an old fairy tale- Dawn and Dusk which
depicts two lovers who can meet only two times in year. The
sculpture also shows us that everything has two sides -dark and light
and that it is all is in flux.
photo by elizabeth byers
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BRECKENRIDGE 970-453-6095Team Catalunya
“Vestida de Nit-Dressed Night”
t e a m s c u lp t u r e s
Captain: Lluís Ribalta Coma-Cros
Members: Kike Rocha Robinson, Martina Ribalta Coma-Cros,
Mateu Marcet Blasi
This project is based on a song called “Vestida de Nit-Dressed Night” by Sílvia
Pérez Cruz. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHCAgJbRkF8) The song
is framed in the Catalan called “Havanera.” That style of songs came from
overseas when the Catalans went to Cuba. This is a style rooted in the Costa
Brava, northeast of Catalunya, where many of the sailors came back and
imported them.
Team Estonia
“Night”
Captain: Lauri Tamm
Members: Henry Timusk, Jana Huul, Agu Trolla
This sculpture is based on a legend that explains the spots on the moon. In this
story, there lives a girl, who throws the falling stars and shows light in night time
Team Finland
“Northern Sun”
Captain: Marianne Aittoniemit
Members: Minna Eloranta, Saila Hastrup, Heikki Ryynänen
This sculpture represents solar phases in northern hemisphere. The sun appears
in many ways during the year from almost vanishing to the horizon to shining
throughout the summer.
Idea of the sculpture is to play with decorated layers, light and shadows. If
possible, sculpture is positioned considering direction of sun.
Team France
“Dark Side of the Moon”
Captain: Denis Magnan
Members: Baptiste Magnan, Jean Michel Benhafaied, Martin Flaux
Our sculpture is a humouristic representation of today’s society , but is also in
homage to Georges Méliés ,the famous French film producer. He was a pioneer of
special effects ,who during the silent film era at the dawn of the twentieth century
in his movie “trip to the moon“ showed a very humane moon, with a happy and
luminous side but at the same time somehow dark and worrying.
15Team Germany
“Apecheta-The Source where the flow begins”
Captain: Franziska Agrawal
Members: Gabriela Kulenkampff, Markus Kosel, Elizabeth Thorp
An Apacheta is a small pile of rocks built along the trail to atone for ones sins
or served as trail markers for rugged mountain terrain; however, in response
to the question of what is an Apacheta, they are best known in Latin America
to be built by Incas as they climbed the trail up the Andean mountain
passes. They picked up a small stone and carried it for a short distance to the
summit. They then added the stone to an existing Apacheta located along
the trail or left the stone as the beginning of a new Apacheta. Travelers then
said a prayer to the gods for luck and protection during their travels and for
the elimination of travel fatigue. You can find Apacheta’s around the globe in
all major mountain Areas.
Team Great Britain
“The Somerset Hunky Punks”
Captain: Oliver Annaly
Members: James Wheeler, Thomas Kenrick, Will Whitmore
Hunky Punks are stone carvings of grotesque beasts that adorn the
magnificent stone church towers of West Somerset, Great Britain. They date
from the second half of the Gothic perpendicular period of architecture
1450 -1550 CE when they were used to break up the straight lines of this
architectural style and of course to ward off evil spirits.
t e a m s c u lp t u r e s
Unique to the ancient county of Somerset the ‘Hunky Punks’ from the old
English meaning squatting on ones haunches with short legs and thick
bodies, are usually found climbing down the church towers. They were the
free expressive work of experienced stone carvers.
Team Italy
“Looking Up”
Captain: Vittoria Parrinello
Members: Clara Camerino, Violetta Uboldi, Camillo Triulzi
The sculpture is called Looking Up and represents a small man in a too
much big and difficult world (symbolized by the big chair) who is looking
up, in the direction of the sky. It’s about the idea of hope and the capacity of
belief in the future during the period of crisis and the capacity to look over
the material problems.
Team Lithuania
“Once Upon A Time Here Was A Forest…”
Captain: Kestutis Lanauskas
Members: : Mindaugas Jurenas, Arturas Burneika, Tomas Petreikis
Much of the world’s precious ancient forests are disappearing at an
unprecedented rate because of human activities. An area of natural forest
the size of a soccer field is cut down every two seconds. Scientists predict
that the Earth is entering the sixth major extinction event in its history. If
forests disappear, inevitably we will follow their path. Shall we let it happen?
16 • Budweiser International Snow Sculpture ChampionshipsMexico
“Xiuhcoatl” (The Fire Serpent)
Captain: Pablo Elias
ss
t e a m s c u lp t u r e s
Members: Josue Elias, Daniel Elias, Abraham Elias
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to
The serpent played an important role in Aztec religion. This sculpture has
d u e
a blend of both realistic and mythical creatures. It exhibits the head of a
ew
withdr
serpent, short legs finishing in claws and a curvy snout. The end of the
figure´s tail is formed by the conventional Mexican year symbol.
Team Mongolia
“Fight”
Captain: Batmunkh Tserendash
Members: Govisaikhan Baynamunkh, Altanbayar Odgerel, Batgerel
Bazardari
This is from the legend. Wishing well life for the people, heros wipe out the
enemy’s forces by destroying the three headed monster.
In this sculpture we aimed to show the strive for life.
Team Mongolia
“Mother land”
Captain: Tsagaan Munkh-Erdene
Members: Khishigdalai Altankhuu, Ganbaatar Enkh-Erdene, Arslankhuu
Battulga
Team Russia
“Immortal Spirit of Antiquity”
Captain: Alex Sidorov
Members: Stanislav Sidorov, Yevgeniy Savchenko, Ilya Kernitskii
The Olympic Flame, a symbol of the eternal, undying spirit of antiquity, ancient
civilizations, and our ancestors.
In ancient times many people would gather around a fire. The fire would warm
them, it cooked their food, and it provided them with light and heat. No wonder
the ancient Greek God Prometheus stole the fire from Mount Olympus and gave it
to the people, thus sacrificing himself.
Traditionally, in ancient times the Olympic flame would be lit at the sporting
events occurring in ancient Greece. Presently the flame appears as one of the most
recognized symbols of the commencement of the Olympic Games.
17Team USA / Breckenridge
“Winter Fun”
Captain: Keith Martin
Members: Tom Day, Margo Jerkovitz, Tim West
This sculpture was inspired by the simple pleasures of Winter. Looking
at the world of snow outside as a child was adventurous and fun.
As children, we enjoyed the snow for hours. From the building of a
snowman, to taking a ride down that old sledding hill—it brought smiles
to our faces. Oh, the entertainment snow provided and timeless memories
we have of those moments. Not all is lost. Here in Breckenridge, we
keep making those wonderful memories happen with snow every day.
Although we are no longer children, we still look outside at the snow with
adventure in our minds and know the day is waiting on us to get out there
and make fun, new memories.
Team USA / Colorado
“Must Be Using the Wrong Bait”
Captain: Tracy duCharme
Members: Jeff Stoller, Kimberly DuCharme Nickerson, Mike Emmerling
Our luckless fisherman is trying to figure out why he isn’t getting even a
nibble, when he starts to blame it on the bait. He doesn’t realize that just
below the surface is a creature that sees him as the bait!
The design for our sculpture was inspired by a desire to have fun with
t e a m s c u lp t u r e s
texture. The details will dazzle; starting with the kelp on the bottom,
transitioning to the scales, the surface of the water, and then the wood grain
on the boat.
Team USA / Vermont
“Fugue”
Captain: Michael Nedell
Members: Adrian Tans, Brooke Monte, Alex Dostie
In music, a fugue is a composition in two or more voices, built on a
theme that recurs in the course of the composition. Our lives seem to
embody compositions much like a fugue—many voices recurring in
themes—experience, lessons, and triumph—all conducted by our internal
conductor—a wide expanse of beauty, form, and potential that we are both
making and listening to, as we are part of the music ourselves. As artists we
transcribe that feeling into sculpture. By using the art of music in sculptural
form, we seek to add another level of discourse into the dialogue.
Team USA / Wisconsin
“Wanderer”
Captain: Jeff Shawhan
Members: Jeffrey Olson, James Malkowski, Gregory Brulla
The Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is one of the earth’s most
amazing creatures. Their annual late summer/autumn pilgrimage from
Southern Canada to Mexico, makes it one of nature’s longest voyages.
Traveling over vast distances, the Monarch is one of the few insects that is
capable of crossing the Atlantic Ocean as well.
The trade mark colors of their wings serve as warning to would be birds
looking for a meal. The Monarchs are poisonous to birds and mammals
because of the chemical contained in milkweed that the Monarch larvae eat.
Milkweed found in various parts of the world (like Great Britain and even
Australia) cause them to migrate over vast distances.
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download the free GoBreck appHow it All Began:
The Start of Snow Sculpting
ISS C HISTO R Y
in Breckenridge
I
n a town that averages
over 300 inches of fresh “Snow is a living medium. It starts as
powder each year, it’s only
natural that Breckenridge locals water from the sky, and we just grasp
would discover more than it briefly. And then it’s water again. It’s
one use for the white stuff. An
evolutionary blend of hometown a lot like life in that respect.”
good humor and keen artistic
– Rob Neyland
aspirations transformed a
locals’ festival into one of the
world’s premier snow events, the
Breckenridge International Snow
Sculpture Championships.
In its earliest days, snow
sculpting was part of Ullr Fest,
the town’s annual celebration
of winter and bountiful snow.
Businesses, individuals, civic
organizations and even school
children would create artistic
(and sometimes outlandish)
snow art. To the winner of the
Ullr sculpting contest would go
the spoils – mention in the local
paper and a prize donated by
fellow competitors.
In 1979, the staff at Moore and
Co. Real Estate pondered which
Ullr event to enter. Would they
design a float for the parade or
craft a sculpture from snow? A
coin toss said snow, and the staff
formed what became Team Breck,
the town’s competitive snow
sculpting team.
As years passed, sculptures country and the globe for the competition returned snow
progressed and goals elevated. inaugural International Snow sculpting to the streets with
Team Breck competed in the Sculpture Championships. the Breckenridge Snowflake
Colorado State Snow Sculpture Successive competitions bring Challenge, now a permanent
Championships – hosted here in new languages and new friends addition to the town calendar.
town by to our historic mining town, The grassroots event encourages
Team Breck – and then set their which has welcomed artists community members to continue
sights on an international event. from countries such as Morocco, the legacy of Team Breck.
The dream became reality in Switzerland, Russia, China, Today that legacy is clear every
1991 when Team Breck’s Rob Argentina and Canada. January when the space outside
Neyland, Ron Shelton, Randy Worldwide acclaim inspired the Riverwalk Center transforms
Amys and Bill Hazell, along with an effort to mentor a whole new into an outdoor sculpture gallery.
the Town of Breckenridge and generation of snow artists. In Be a part of Breckenridge history
Breckenridge Ski Resort, played December 2008, the founders and watch as sculptors carve
host to teams from around the of Breckenridge’s international snow into stunning works of art.
21David Griggs, eight. He would spend the cold
winter days wandering through the
Rocky Mountain PBS and public
radio stations KUNC and KUVO.
Sculpter different galleries and collections She hosts the weekly arts maga-
▶ David Griggs is a Denver-based of this magnificent museum. It was zine television show, Arts District
artist who has completed over 45 his most favorite thing to do! RMPBS and reports on all-things arts
pa n el o f j u d g e s
commissioned works of art through- Tony graduated with top honors and culture for NPR member stations
out the United States. Primarily a from the Ringling College of Art + KUNC and KUVO.
designer of architecturally integrated, Prior to moving to Denver, CO,
Design in Sarasota, Florida. He was
site-responsive public art, he has Carrie spent three seasons as the
then recruited by Hallmark Cards
also participated in a dozen master host, writer, and a producer of
to a special advertising division to
planning and design team projects, Connecting Point, on PBS member
promote Hallmark Cards and the station WGBY.
including the design team for Hope,
Hallmark Hall of Fame. Tony is Her work has garnered awards
Arkansas, President Bill Clinton’s
currently the co-owner of Wilson from the Associated Press and
birthplace. His work is installa-
Lass, a successful marketing and Edward R. Murrow foundation. She
tion-based, engaging the audience
with both visual intimacy and phys- advertising firm established in has degrees in English and theatre
ical interactivity. With a heightened 1981, which continues to market from Manhattanville College and has
sensitivity to the many qualities of a the unique attributes of Brecken- studied with Rosenblum Television
site’s function and history, his work ridge. at the Travel Channel Academy.
resonates with the character inherent
in its site. Kendall Peterson, Adam Lerner,
Griggs has lived and worked in
Art in Public Places Director and Chief Anima-
Denver for over 30 years. A gradu-
ate of the University of Colorado/ Manager - DIA tor of the Museum of
Boulder with a Masters Degree in ▶ Kendall L. Peterson is a Public Art Contemporary Art (Den-
Fine Arts, he has worked in many and Creative Placemaking consul- ver)
capacities in the arts, including tant with over fifteen years of arts & ▶ Adam Lerner is the Director and
gallery manager, museum prepara- cultural program management in- Chief Animator of the Museum of
tor, and studio artist. For the last 20 cluding documentary film and video Contemporary Art Denver (MCA
years, he has been self-employed as a projects. Specialties include percent- Denver). In 2004, he founded The
public artist, designing and building for-art program implementation and Laboratory of Art and Ideas at Belmar
work for percent-for-art, public art, policy development, art & culture (The Lab) to explore the changing
and private commissions. Recent master planning, site-selection & nature of art and museums. In 2009,
commissions include projects for place-making consulting, public The Lab merged with MCA Denver
Albuquerque, Anchorage, Dallas, Ft. process management, arts advoca- when Lerner took the helm of the
Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Las Vegas, cy & education. Kendall currently museum. Lerner’s programs have
Madison, San Antonio, Santa Fe, oversees the public art process and been adopted by museums through-
Stockton, and Washington. Most integration at the new South Termi- out North America and a recent arti-
recently Griggs has been a consul- nal Redevelopment Program projects cle in the New York Times stated that
tant for the design and integration at Denver International Airport. This Lerner’s work to engage audiences is
of artwork into Denver’s Light Rail enormous new construction project “reshaping what has become a stale
system. This includes integrated art will bring over $5 million in public art model for a contemporary art muse-
for functional elements and station commissions for the new civic plaza, um.” Lerner was formerly the Master
designs of the West Corridor, the Westin Hotel, and new Public Transit Teacher for Modern and Contempo-
first of the “Fastracks” lines to be Center at DIA. rary Art at the Denver Art Museum
designed and built. Peterson is also working towards and the curator of the Contempo-
her second Master’s Degree in rary Museum, Baltimore. Lerner
Tony Wilson, Urban Planning at the University of has a PhD from the Johns Hopkins
Denver’s College of Architecture and University and a Masters degree from
Graphic Artist Planning. She lives with her family Cambridge University. His recently
▶ Tony Wilson’s exposure to art in the neighborhood of Stapleton, in released book From Russia With
began at a young age, having Denver. Doubt: The Quest to Authenticate 181
grown up in his father’s art studio. Would-be Masterpieces of the Russian
He also contributes a great deal Carrie Saldo, Avant-Garde, is published by Prince-
ton Architectural Press.
of his keen sense and passion
Television host and report-
for aesthetically beautiful art to
his parents. They dropped him er for Arts District Jenn Cram,
off at the very large doors of the ▶ Carrie Saldo is the television Judge Coordinator
‘Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’ host and reporter for Arts District, a
in Kansas City at the young age of trans-media collaboration between
23On behalf of the 2014 ISSC Organizing Committee...
A SPECIAL THANK YOU
to our generous lodging companies who donate
all the lodging to make this event possible!
Beaver Run Resort
Ski Country Resorts
Peak Property Management
Crystal Peak Lodge
Wyndham Vacation Rentals
Grand Lodge on Peak 7
Tonti Management/Wedgewood Lodge
Woodwinds Property Management
Resort Managers
The Lodge and Spa at Breckenridge
Great Western Lodging
Mountain Thunder Lodge
Paragon Lodging
Tannhauser Lodging
VisitBreckFrequently Asked Questions
Where does the snow
FAQ s
come from? How are the teams
Breckenridge Ski Resort chosen?
makes the snow and the Town
The Snow Sculpture Organizing
of Breckenridge Public Works
Committee sends 250 invitations
Department hauls it to the event
in June and receives artist
site with dump trucks. With each of
submissions in August. A selection
the 16 starting blocks weighing in at
committee reviews the entries and
approximately 40,000 pounds, that’s
decides which teams to invite.
about 320 tons of snow!
Selected teams provide their own
transportation to Denver and are
supported by a travel stipend.
How are the blocks of The Organizing Committee,
snow formed? combined with the help of many
Using front-end loaders and a local sponsors, takes care of artist
huge blower, snow is transferred meals, transportation from DIA and
from the dump trucks into wooden lodging in Breckenridge.
molds. Five to ten volunteers, “snow
stompers,” climb into the block
and stomp the snow to help pack it
down. The process is repeated until How big are the
the mold is full and packed into a snow sculptures?
sculpt-able block.
The blocks measure 10 feet wide,
10 feet long and 12 feet high before
artists take to the snow with hand
tools. Finished pieces tower over
the crowds.
What type of tools
can the artists use?
Artists have a total of 65 hours
to sculpt; they use hand tools
including vegetable peelers, photos by carl scofield
chicken wire, small saws and more.
Power tools, colorants and internal
support structures are prohibited.
What do the teams
win?
There are no cash prizes; artists
What happens to the compete only for glory. The first,
sculptures when the second and third place winners
event is over? each receive a medallion, a trophy
and a ribbon. Awards are also
After the January 25 awards presented to the winners of the
ceremony, sculptures are scheduled People’s Choice, Kids’ Choice and
to remain on display through Artists’ Choice.
February 2. Sculptures disappear
that evening, just not as magically
as they appeared.
25On behalf of the 2014 ISSC Organizing Committee...
A SPECIAL THANK YOU
to our Dine Around Restaurants.
Blue River Bistro
Briar Rose Chophouse & Saloon
Ember
Fatty’s Pizzeria
Hearthstone
Kenosha Steakhouse
Mountain Flying Fish
Relish
Twist
Salt Creek Steakhouse
South Ridge Seafood Grill
Michael’s Italian Restaurant
Taddeo’s Ristorante Italiano
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March 5th, 6 pm at Beaver Run Resort Fat Tuesday,
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in Breckenridge’s clubs. and night clubs.
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Ball tickets and andlodging
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29Upcoming Breckenridge Events
All event dates and details are subject to change without notice. Visit GoBreck.com or call 877.864.0868 for
detailed schedules, additional information and lodging packages.
March 1 End the night with live music and
an extraordinary fireworks display
and craft of filmmaking. Each year,
a unique array of independent
▶ Mardi Gras Ball – (weather permitting). films, premieres, receptions,
Breckenridge kicks off Mardi Gras educational programs and
in style with the annual Mardi Gras retrospectives honoring featured
Ball at Beaver Run Resort. This august 14 – 17 guests takes place high in the
masquerade party lights up the Colorado Rockies.
▶ Breck Bike Week – Think
night with live music, hurricane
guided group rides, bike-in movie
cocktails, “N’awlins” cuisine, king
cakes, beads and the crowning of
nights, open space best practices
lectures, bike fits, kids’ races, high- December 6
the 2014 Rex and Queen.
end bike demos and more. The ▶ Lighting of Breckenridge /
bonus? Breck Bike Week activities Race of the Santas– Breckenridge
March 4 are FREE and open to everyone. kicks off the holiday season with
the annual lighting of the town
▶ Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday tree. Sip steaming cocoa, join
Celebration – The party starts on August 22 carolers in song and bring the
the slopes and culminates with kids for a visit with Santa that
▶ USA Pro Challenge – Breck
Summit County’s only Mardi Gras evening. Join Santas on the Race
pulls out all the spokes for the
parade. Enjoy floats, costumed on Main St., Breckenridge. Holiday
Stage finish of this pro cycling
characters and handfuls of beads.
e v e n t s ca le n da r
event, August 22. Athletes from festivities continue throughout the
Post-parade, celebrate the night entire month of December.
over 20 countries will race this hip
in town with drink specials, music
and historic town during the USA
and more.
Pro Challenge.
Looking Ahead
June – August august 29 – to 2015
▶ Summer Music – The National
Repertory Orchestra, Breckenridge September 1
Music Festival and the Blue River ▶ Labor Day Weekend January 11 – 17
Series offer more than 40 classical Festivities – Wrap up your summer ▶ Ullr Fest – Grab your Viking
and non-classical concerts with the Great Divide Arts horns for a weeklong festival
including jazz, show tunes, Festival, the Summit Foundation’s honoring Ullr (pronounced Ooh-
children’s concerts, rock ‘n’ roll Rubber Duck Race, Sidewalk Sale ler), the mythical Norse god of
and more throughout the summer Days, and more. With so much snow. The celebration brings to
at the Riverwalk Center. happening in Breckenridge, you’ll Breckenridge a wild Main Street
need that extra day to experience parade, the Ullr Dating Game,
it all.
June 14 – 15 Bonfire, Ullympic games and
more.
▶ Kingdom Days – The past
comes to life during the annual September 14 – 16
Kingdom Days festival. Honor ▶ 20th Annual Breckenridge January 27 –
154 years of Breckenridge’s rich Oktoberfest – The high country’s
past with gold panning demos, premier Oktoberfest celebration February 8
backcountry history hikes and brings Bavarian food, German ▶ 25th annual Budweiser
outhouse races. brews, lederhosen and Oompah International Snow Sculpture
music to Main Street Breckenridge. Championships – Teams from
On Friday night, the prestigious
July 4 Brewmaster’s Dinner kicks off the
around the globe descend on
Breckenridge to hand carve 20-
▶ Independence Day weekend-long party. ton blocks of snow into beautiful
Celebration – Fourth of July is works of art. Artists achieve
packed with family fun. Activities finished pieces after 65 intense
abound throughout the weekend september 18 – 21 hours of work, without the use of
and the “Firecracker 50” bike race ▶ 33rd Annual Breckenridge power tools.
kicks off the Main Street parade. Festival of Film – Celebrate the art
30 • Budweiser International Snow Sculpture ChampionshipsAwAken your sixth sense.
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ordinary. Peak 6 is opening the door to a whole new realm this
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