I make sure I have ALL the make-up suppplies by performing an inventory. You may even go as far as making a checklist. The worst feeling in the world is to go to a competition somewhere only to find that you left one or more of your things back home. The competition helps make us better clowns. It is a major learning experience.
Every judge has a different idea for each category of clown.
Generally all of our judges are certified. Still, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. With that in mind, here are a few tips that may be overlooked and could weigh on the judges mind. You do not need a NEW or even store bought costume. The important thing is it should be clean, unstained, crisp and ironed.