LATE DEADLINE: May 15, 2024 (ONLINE)
DEADLINE: April 30, 2024 (ONLINE)
2024 Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show
National Building Museum
Washington DC
September 27 - 29, 2024
The 2024 Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show is an exhibition and sale of wearable contemporary American craft and design held annually in Washington DC at the National Building Museum. Unlike the juried Smithsonian Craft Show presented each Spring, Craft2Wear artists will be selected by members of the Smithsonian Women’s Committee (SWC), which produces the Craft2Wear show.
ELIGIBILITY
The Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show is committed to presenting thoughtful, original, and skilled wearable American craft and design. The Show is looking for artists who produce one-of-a-kind or limited edition items that have been conceived and perfected by the artist and created in the artist’s studio. All work submitted to the Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show must be created and made in the United States.
The SWC is seeking a full range of wearables and accessories.
Wearable Art - Artwork that is predominately clothing made from any materials.
Wearable Accessories - Artwork which is predominately scarves, shawls, shoes, handbags, belts, socks, gloves and/or hats made from any materials.
Jewelry - Artwork, which is jewelry, tie tacks, and/or cufflinks made from any materials.
The Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show encourages artists to continue to grow and stretch the limits of their work. We recognize that new technologies are increasingly helpful in this process, so it is acceptable to submit work in which CAD/CAM and other industrial techniques such as 3-D printing tools are used in the creative process.
The use of repurposed materials, including found objects and sustainable practices, should be included in the Artist’s Statement, if applicable.
Only U.S. residents who make their work in the U.S. are eligible to apply.
Application Fee: $25.00 + Late Fee: $10.00
Visit website for more details: https://smithsoniancraft2wear.org
View Prospectus and Apply Online: https://www.juriedartservices.com/?content=event_info&event_id=2107&utm_source=CFE2107e1D03192004&utm_medium=e&utm_campaign=c2w&utm_id=2107
INQUIRIES
Address all correspondence and inquiries to:
Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show
MRC 527
PO Box 37012
Washington, DC 20013-7012
E-mail: austrpr@si.edu
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
2024 Smithsonian Craft2Wear Show
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
International Paper and Textile Art Biennale (IPTB24)
DEADLINE: July 15, 2024 (ONLINE)
International Paper and Textile Art Biennale (IPTB24)
Kunststichting Perspektief vzw
Cultural Community Center “Den Breughel”
Haacht, Belgium
October 5, 2024 to October 13, 2024
Artists, designers and researchers mainly working in the medium of Paper and/or Textile art are invited to respond to the OPEN CALL for participation in the International Paper & Textile Biennial 2024. The Biennale offers artists a unique opportunity to present their recent work as well as an exceptional opportunity to reach and network with a new audience.
The IPTB2024 is supported by an integrated press and media campaign with a focus on attracting both domestic and foreign interest and participation. Kunststichting Perspektief vzw, together with the participating artists, is responsible for the high quality, presentation and promotion of these crafts.
The Cultural Community Center of Haacht ( 850 m² surface - 3 levels) it is the place in Belgium to discover contemporary crafts/art, offering collectors, gallery owners and the general public the opportunity to meet artists from different countries in an great architectural environment. Thanks to a rigorous selection procedure the Art Foundation ensured that only the best work is on show thus confirming its commitment to promote excellence art.
PARTICIPATION
No registration fee.
All applicants must have reached the age of 18 - there are no country or nationality restrictions. Important: Participation in the International Biennale is only possible on an individual basis - participation by galleries or sales agents is excluded. The number of works present in the Biennial per artist will be determined at selection by the committee.
The works must be available for the entire exhibition period and may not be removed from the spaces. There are no restrictions on the shape or weight of the work. The work must have been made within 24 months prior to October 1st, 2024.
APPLICATIONS
Applications must be submitted ONLINE via Google Forms: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeqU-_aWtsAh8sghh-prJEQYNEpqBvqdPtOcwxisYewRxnRw/viewform
If the participant considers it necessary, s/he can send a Wetransfer file with additional photos and descriptions to artksp@gmail.com
It is mandatory to send the completed application form by the deadline. Sending additional files via Wetransfer is optional. Required information to be completed in Dutch, French, German or English language. Sending photos (max. 5) via Google document.
Complete details including images of the venue: http://www.artksp.be/IPTB24.html
Download the prospectus: http://www.artksp.be/IPTB24E.pdf
Kunststichting Perspektief vzw
Mercatorlaan 25
Belgium 3150 Haacht
Sunday, April 14, 2024
Fiberart International 2025 Award and Exhibition
DEADLINE: June 30, 2024 (ONLINE)
Fiberart International 2025 Award and Exhibition
Contemporary Craft in partnership with Brew House Arts
Pittsburgh, PA
Exhibition will displayed in two locations simultaneously:
Contemporary Craft: May 30 - August 30, 2025
Brew House Arts: June 20 - August 30, 2025
Fiberart International 2025 seeks to exhibit the best of contemporary art and invites submissions that reflect a wide range of works related to the fiber medium. The exhibition is recognized around the world as a benchmark that documents trends and innovations in the field. The goal of the exhibition is to include innovative work rooted in traditional fiber materials, structure, processes and history, as well as art that explores unexpected relationships between fiber and other creative disciplines.
Fiberart International 2025 will feature works by established and emerging artists and will be open to the public, with artwork located at both Contemporary Craft and Brew House Arts.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to exceptionally talented artists who are in the early, mid or late stages of their career and reside in the United States or abroad.
- Entries must be original work completed after July 1, 2023.
- All work must be either fiber in content or executed in a fiber technique. Artists must be 18 years of age or older.
- Work must be original in concept and design and not be the result of a class or workshop or in a degree granting institution.
- Collaborative works will be considered as a single entry.
- Artists submitting both collaborative and individual works must apply separately. The collaborative team will be considered as a single applicant.
- Work must not exceed 12 feet in height or width.
- Artists whose installation artwork is selected must either be available.
AWARD
Contemporary Craft will present a $5,000 cash award.
SALES
All works must be for sale. Contemporary Craft/Brew House Art receives a 50% commission on artworks sold. Commissions received through CC sales help support the free admission, education and community outreach programs of the nonprofit organization.
Visit website for more details: https://contemporarycraft.org/opportunities/artist-opportunities/
Download the prospectus: https://contemporarycraft.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FI25-Prospectus-Final-3.22.24.pdf
Application via CaFÉ: https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=13333
Entry Fee: $45
For questions or concerns, please email:
Yu-San Cheng, Associate Director at yscheng@contemporarycraft.org
Justin Lin, Exhibition Coordinator at jlin@contemporarycraft.org
Contemporary Craft
5645 Butler Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Phone:412.261.7003
Email:info@contemporarycraft.org
Website: https://contemporarycraft.org
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Brew House Arts
711 South 21st Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Phone: 412-212-6650
Email: info@brewhousearts.org
Website: https://brewhousearts.org
Friday, April 05, 2024
Alberta Craft Contemporary Weaving Call for Entry
Alberta Craft Feature Gallery Exhibition
Alberta Craft Council
July 6, 2024 - November 9, 2024
Alberta Craft is excited to announce our call for entry for the upcoming Feature Gallery Exhibition Contemporary Weaving.
The traditions of weaving run deep and encompass many different materials and forms. Cultures from around the globe have incorporated woven objects into daily life as functional and expressive objects such as baskets, screens, cloth, and carpets. We are seeking contemporary examples of this ancient method of making. Your submission may draw on traditional inspiration or be experimental in technique or material. Submissions are not limited to traditional fibre media; we encourage artists working across all craft disciplines to apply.
Please note: Alberta Craft does not exhibit 2D works such as photographs, paintings, prints, illustration, or drawings.
Eligibility:
Artists who are current Alberta residents, and Canadian residents outside of Alberta who hold an Alberta Craft membership are eligible to apply.
All works must be for sale. Current general, professional, emeritus and student member artists receive 60% artist commission, non-members will receive 50% commission.
Visit website for complete details: https://www.albertacraft.ab.ca/acc-calls-for-entry/
Apply: https://form.jotform.com/240609371761255
Questions? contact submissions@albertacraft.ab.ca
Communication about exhibitions will come from: jillallan@albertacraft.ab.ca and submissions@albertacraft.ab.ca.
Sunday, March 10, 2024
Downtown Aspen Art Festival
DEADLINE: July 16, 2024 (ONLINE)
Downtown Aspen Art Festival
Main Street's Paepcke Park
Aspen, CO
July 19, 2024 to July 21, 2024
The show will take place in Downtown Aspen Main Street's Paepcke Park. Paepcke Park is directly on Main Street with tremendous visibility and ideal surroundings.
This competitive show is limited to approximately 100 exhibitors chosen by a jury of highly qualified, talented, experienced, 2D and 3D fine artists and craftspeople. All participants in the show will be chosen by jury.
EXHIBITOR STANDARDS:
All work must be of original design and produced by the artist or a two-person collaboration. The work exhibited and booth must match the quality and style of work as represented in the submitted digital images. All exhibitors participating in the show must provide a valid state sales tax number at the time of booth acceptance. Artists are only permitted to apply with one medium.
MEDIUMS:
Clay, Digital, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Printmaking/Drawing, Sculpture, Wood, Acrylic, Resin
Spaces: 10x10 booth space, double space available upon request (double fee)
Application Fee: $35.00
Website: https://www.artfestival.com/festivals/downtown-aspen-art-festival-colorado/artist
Submit Applications: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=11687
Contact directly with questions:
email: info@artfestival.com
phone: (561) 746-6615
Friday, December 08, 2023
Spotlight on Student Fiber Trends 2024
Spotlight on Student Fiber Trends 2024
Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance (SEFAA) and
Professional Crafts - Fibers Program at Haywood Community College
Haywood Community College
Clyde, NC
September 27, 2024 to November 8, 2024
The Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance (SEFAA) and the Professional Crafts - Fibers Program at Haywood Community College have joined forces to organize, promote, and host a juried student exhibition of creative works in fiber art. The exhibition exclusively features the work of post-secondary students to honor and encourage the next generation of fiber artists and it showcases a wide range of content, material, and techniques with the common threads of originality and passion.
ELIGIBILITY: Any undergraduate/graduate student enrolled in a fiber/textile program or independently pursuing a study of fibers/textiles in the Southeast (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, or Virginia) at the time of application is eligible to apply.
This exhibition is the fifth in a series, with previous Spotlight exhibitions held in Greenville NC, Athens GA, Murray KY, and Greenville SC.
$20 - Members of the Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance (SEFAA)
$35 - Non-members (includes 1-yr student membership in SEFAA)
- First Place: $800
- Second Place: $500
- Third Place: $300
- Honorable Mentions - awarded at the discretion of the juror
- Susan Leville Award: $500
- Handweavers Guild of America, Complex Weavers, and Surface Design Association Awards
- Each student may submit up to three works.
- Submitted work must be original in design and must have been completed after January 1, 2022.
- Work must utilize fiber techniques (interlaced, felted, stitched, dyed, coiled, knotted, printed, spun, woven, etc.) and can be of any material.
- Only individual work will be considered; no group projects will be accepted.
- Students who propose an installation work must be prepared to personally install the work at Haywood Community College and remove it after the exhibition closes.
- Work is limited to a weight of 50 pounds including any mounting hardware and/or armature.
- Installed work must be no wider than 4 feet and no taller/longer than 7 feet.
- Screws are allowed for hanging, but bolts are not.
- Work must be received ready to display and must include all mounting/display hardware.
- Include clear written installation instructions (supplemented by photos, if appropriate) with each work.
- Two-dimensional work will hang against walls. Three-dimensional work will be free-standing or placed on pedestals or mannequins.
- Haywood Community College will insure all work while it is at the College.
- Sales are permitted for works where a sales price has been declared during the application process.
- Haywood Community College will direct all sales inquiries to the student artist who will be responsible for all sales transactions and for notifying Haywood Community College that their work has been sold.
- No commission will be charged, but you are encouraged to donate a portion of your revenue to Haywood Community College, SEFAA, or another nonprofit of your choice.
- Sold work must remain on exhibit throughout the duration of the exhibition.
Only digital submissions through CaFE are acceptable.
For entry and general questions, please call or email SEFAA at 678-235-4328 or exhibitions@fiberartsalliance.org.
The Virginia Jackson Design Competition, (formerly) The International Textile Alliance Design Award
High Point, NC
The Virginia Jackson Design Competition (originally called the International Textile Market Association Design Award) was established in 1995 to recognize the most talented students in the field of textile design and create a vehicle to bring new talent into the industry.
When the association launched the student design competition, Virginia Jackson was very instrumental in establishing the core fundamentals, which continue to play a major role in the program.
All entries must be submitted by and be the work of students currently registered for courses in the textile design schools or departments of approved accredited universities
or colleges.
- The design - entry can be artwork (for prints only), printed fabric, or woven fabric (for jacquard and dobby entries).
- The design applied to a sketch of a piece of furniture. This will illustrate the application of the design in practical usage and an understanding of the design placement upon the furniture. Be sure the design motif is applied to the furniture in its proper scale relationship of fabric to frame.
- An image of the design in repeat if it is not included elsewhere.
- Overall size of entries should be 27" x 27" excluding mat, one "major pattern" per board; dobby entries to be no smaller than a 13 1⁄2" x 13 1⁄2".
- A statement of inspiration for the design should be included on the board.
- A required contribution to the ITA Educational Foundation is necessary, $25 per entry.
305 West High Avenue
High Point, NC 27260
(336) 885-6842
Friday, October 27, 2023
The Woven Tale Press
Literary and Fine Art Magazine
East Setauket, NY
- Submit for consideration 3-9 works
- Images should be jpegs; 300 dpi; minimum 2600 px longest side.
- All images must be named with the titles of the works.
PO Box 2533
East Setauket, NY 11733
Monday, October 02, 2023
Contextile 2024 – Contemporary Textile Art Biennial
DEADLINE: March 8, 2024 {EMAIL}
Contextile 2024 – Contemporary Textile Art Biennial
Palácio Vila Flor – CCVF
Guimarães, Portugal
September 7, 2024 to December 15, 2024
CONTEXTILE invites all artists (national and international) to present artworks to the competition for the International Exhibition, as part of the programme of its 7th Edition, Contextile 2024 – Contemporary Textile Art Biennial, to be held in the city of Guimarães, Portugal, from the 7th September to the 15th December 2024.
In 2024, the Contextile biennial focuses its activities on the thematic concept To TOUCH, transversal to all the rubrics of its programmatic contents.
The International Exhibition will be composed by 50 artworks from 50 artists, 45 of these works will be selected for exhibition indoors and 5 works for outdoors (public space).
The artistic works will be selected by an international jury, composed by Lala de Dios (art historian, curator and teacher of textile), Janis Jefferies (Emeritus professor of visual arts and curator), Magda Soboń (textile artist and visual arts teacher), Cindy Steiler (visual artist), Cláudia Melo (artistic director of Contextile 2024).
The jury will also award an Acquisition Prize of €7.000,00 (seven thousand Euros) and two Honourable Mentions with prizes award (see selection process of the Regulations), at the moment of the biennial’s opening.
The 50 works of the international exhibition may also be selected, during the biennial, for the ATP – Associação Têxtil e Vestuário de Portugal Acquisition prize, in the amount of €2.500,00 euros.
The interested artists may apply with new creations or recent artworks, until the 8th March 2024, being accepted all artistic expressions in the visual arts disciplines. The proposals and artworks submitted for the competition will have to be around the textile element, through its concept, theme, techniques or materials.
The artworks will have to be highly creative, original, technically competent and relate to the theme and concept of this 7th edition.
The application will only be considered finalized and validated after payment of the registration fee: €10.00 (euros) / $11,00 USD.
The Open Call
The theme TO TOUCH
The Prize ATP – Associação Têxtil e Vestuário de Portugal Acquisition
The Application
Contact
Phone: +351 963 819 911
Email: bienal@contextile.pt
Website: www.contextile.pt

