final painting, any re-sculpting work, and final painting are all considered. These models are never Original Finish models, although they may have begun as OF models. Performance Division The Performance classes focuses more on the model, its pose, and its suitability to real-life tasks. Performance divisions requires suitable tack for the model, and sometimes a rider and/or backdrop. Props such as jumps, fences and other animals may also be allowed. Common classes include: English Performance, where models are placed in simple dioramas reflecting the events of traditional English Hunter/Jumper and racing competitions. Western Performance, with divisions for stock work (cutting, roping), rodeo, reining and trail work as well as traditional western classes such as pleasure, horsemanship and trail. Other Performance, often includes the Costume class, where a model is judged by both its own conformation as well as the accuracy and craftsmanship of the costume it wears. Live Shows "Live Shows" are events where model horses may be shown and judged. These take place throughout the year in many countries, and are often regulated by a larger live showing organisation such as NAMHSA (North American Model Horse Showers Association) in the United States and BECF (British Equine Collectors' Forum) in Great Britain. At these shows, first and second place in many classes can qualify a model for a yearly championship - this is commonly referred to as "NANing", as NAMHSA-qualified horses receive "NAN" (North American Nationals) cards. Listings of approved upcoming shows are maintained by these organisations. For most live shows there is an entry fee, which varies depending on the table space taken up by the entrant (full table or half table). Proxy showing, whereby a collector's model is shown by another, may also be allowed for a fee. Live shows can vary in scale, from large weekend-long shows coinciding with other events, to smaller shows held in the organiser's house. Shows may offer ribbons, rosettes or prizes (often model horses) for any number of places; however shows advertised as "no-frills" tend to award paper ribbons for lower placings to reduce costs and entry fees. Live shows often have vendors present selling model horse and equestrian-related goods. Many showers also sell or trade models at shows. Horses are sometimes required to have information about the entry (including name, breed and gender) on either a tag attached to the off-side hind leg of model, or on a regulation-size card. Breed/colour/performance