Sorry, we're all enablers here...
My Cyms never get dry. The air may be dry, but the roots are moist. I water a lot, and use small bark. As orchids go, Cyms are among the most durable, and forgiving of environmental insults. (The only one that I can think of that is just as tough is L. anceps)
As far as judging standards, we have some AOS judges who participate on the Board, who can talk about what they are looking for in deciding what to award. I have opinions about what I like but that's all they are... I'm likely to just put my foot in my mouth if I spout off. (And I do know who you're talking about...)