The International Biennial Symposium Conference and Exhibition on Textile and Fibre Art "Scythia"

DEADLINE: February 1, 2025 (ONLINE)

12th International Mini Textile and Fibre Art Exhibition "Scythia"

Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine

June 3-17, 2025

The International Biennial Symposium and Exhibition on Textile Art "Scythia" is the only prestigious international textile symposium and exhibition in Ukraine which includes artists, educational, fashion and cultural heritage groups and educational and professional workshops.
 

This private initiative is run by Ludmila Egorova's and Andrew Schneider and does not depend upon any state cultural institutions. It is the first in Ukraine privately organized international art event which is free from any kind of pressure.

2025

MINI TEXTILE AND FIBRE ART "SCYTHIA"

THE 12-TH INTERNATIONAL BIENNIAL EXHIBITION

International juried exhibition of mini textile and fibre art (30x30x30 cm).
Artists from all over the world, who work in different techniques of textile are invited.

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2025

MICRO TEXTILE AND FIBRE ART "SCYTHIA"

THE 4-ND INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION

International juried exhibition of micro textile and fibre art (maximum 5x5x5 cm).
Artists from all over the world, who work in different techniques of textile are invited.

Please contact organizers Ludmila Egorova, Anastasia Schneider, Andrew Schneider via email to receive the Entry Form: scythiatextile@gmail.com

Visit website for additional details: http://www.scythiatextile.com/events-2024-2026.html

 

 

Shifts and Strands: Rethinking the Possibilities and Potentials of Textiles Symposium 2024

DEADLINE: March 30, 2024 (ONLINE)


Shifts and Strands: Rethinking the Possibilities and Potentials of Textiles
Symposium 2024
Modality: Virtual on Zoom
November 12-17, 2024


TSA is accepting proposals for individual presentations, chaired sessions, panel discussions and roundtable conversations, and “warp speed” and poster sessions. TSA is also accepting proposals for sessions that do not fall under one of these categories. Individuals may submit more than one proposal (for example, a proposal to chair a session and present an individual paper, etc.)

Presenters will be asked to upload an abstract or description of their proposed presentation or session; to describe how their presentation or session relates to the Symposium theme, and to select one or two Symposium sub-themes that best relate to their proposal. There is a field to let TSA know more about your interests in the proposed topic.

Submission of a proposal to the Symposium implies that presenters intend to register for the Symposium and participate in the capacity proposed (individual presenter, session chair, moderator, etc.). TSA will publish the abstract on the TSA website, the Symposium digital platform and app, and in publications including, but not limited to, the Symposium Program and Proceedings. Sessions will be recorded and made available to registered Symposium participants for 90 days after the Symposium.

Submission Links

Individual presentations

Organized sessions

Panel discussions and roundtable conversations

“Warp speed” and poster sessions

Something else

View the Call for Participation: https://textilesocietyofamerica.org/symposia/symposium-2024-shifts-and-strands/call-for-participation


Submission Portal: https://textilesocietyofamerica.org/12910/tsa-symposium-submissions-portal-is-open


For questions and inquiries please email Textile Society of America.

Textile Society of America
1101 St. Paul St., Suite 603
Baltimore, MD, 21202
email: info@textilesocietyofamerica.org

Call for Papers: Textile Society of America’s 15th Biennial Symposium

Deadline: October 1, 2015 {ONLINE}



Call for Papers
Crosscurrents: Land, Labor, and the Port
Textile Society of America’s 15th Biennial Symposium
Organized in collaboration with Savannah College of Art and Design
Savannah, Georgia
October 19th – 23rd, 2016



The theme of TSA’s 15th Biennial Symposium is Crosscurrents: Land, Labor, and the Port. We invite participants to explore the ways in which textiles shape, and are shaped by historical, geographical, technological and economic aspects of colonialization and/or globalization. How and why have textile practices moved around? As they travel, how have they been translated, modified, or used within acts of compliance or resistance? What impact have different regimes of labor, consumption, aesthetic valuation, or political/social economy had on textile production, use, and circulation? These questions may apply to contemporary or historical fine art, utilitarian, or ethnographic textiles, which may be addressed through scholarship or creative practice.

Due to its location and history, the southern United States is an ideal place to examine the interaction between local practices and global markets. We encourage contributions that explore textile practice in the broader contexts of agriculture, labor, innovation, or exchange. We welcome historic or contemporary perspectives on the role of technology and alternative economies in shaping design, production, circulation, consumption, exhibition, collection, valuation, interpretation and use of textiles.

TSA seeks presentation proposals from all textile-related disciplines and interdisciplinary areas, including but not limited to history, anthropology, archaeology, art, conservation, geography, design, economics, ethnic studies, history, linguistics, marketing, material culture studies, mathematics, science, political science, sociology, and theater, among others. Participation of international and U.S. scholars, researchers, artists, curators, museum professionals, and others is welcome. Submission of abstracts is open to TSA members. Non-member applicants may join TSA at the time of proposal submission. Selected presenters will also be required to have an active membership at the time of the Symposium (October 2016).

In addition to our usual submission categories (papers, organized sessions, roundtables, films and other media), we are extending a call for poster sessions and for curated exhibitions. The review committee will select submissions that cogently and directly address the theme of the symposium.


All submissions should be based on original research, reflecting material not previously published. In submitting an abstract, the author explicitly authorizes its use on the TSA website and in publications including, but not limited to, the Symposium Program and Proceedings.

Individuals may complete multiple submissions.


All submissions must be made online: https://textilesociety.submittable.com/submit

Complete details available on website: textilesocietyofamerica.org/symposium2016/call-for-papers

Call for Exhibition Proposals: 15th Biennial Symposium Textile Society of America

Deadline: October 1, 2015 {ONLINE}



Call for Exhibition Proposals
15th Biennial Symposium
Textile Society of America
Organized in collaboration with Savannah College of Art and Design
Savannah, Georgia
October 19th – 23rd, 2016



The Textile Society of America is excited to announce a call for exhibition proposals as part of the 2016 Symposium. Organizers are encouraged to submit proposals for group exhibitions that focus on the theme, Crosscurrents: Land, Labor and the Port. Proposals may be for exhibitions of contemporary work, ethnographic, and/or historical textiles or a combination. Contemporary textile art is widely defined to include 2D, 3D, site-specific installation, video, and performance-based work.

Indoor and outdoor exhibition spaces are available.

Eligibility is the same as for other submission categories. The exhibition organizers must be TSA members at the time of submission. Non-member applicants may join TSA at the time of proposal submission. Selected presenters will also be required to have an active membership at the time of the Symposium (October 2016). Proposals will be blind juried by a panel of peers. If accepted, it is understood that the organizer(s) will register and participate in the 2016 Symposium. Organizers are also encouraged to coordinate a panel discussion of exhibiting artists, academic papers, or a roundtable. Where appropriate, these sessions may be held in the space of the exhibition.

All submissions should be based on original research, reflecting material not previously published. In submitting an abstract, the author explicitly authorizes its use on the TSA website and in publications including, but not limited to, the Symposium Program and Proceedings.

Individuals may complete multiple submissions.

Submissions will be handled in two parts. First the organizer(s) submit a project description with images. Submissions that are selected will be sent details of the potential exhibition space including architectural plans. In the second phase, organizers will work to formalize the project through drawings/layout and expanded project proposal. The exhibition spaces vary in size and type of facilities available (i.e. height of ceilings, natural light, installation assistance, museum quality lighting and environmental controls).



All submissions must be made online: https://textilesociety.submittable.com/submit


Complete details available on website: http://textilesocietyofamerica.org/symposium2016/exhibition-call




Academic Program Co-Chairs:

Jessica Smith, Professor of Fibers, Savannah College of Art and Design (jrsmith@scad.edu)

Susan Falls, Professor of Anthropology, Savannah College of Art and Design (sfalls@scad.edu)

Textile Society Call for Papers

Deadline: January 31, 2015 {EMAIL}



Call for Papers
Textile Society
Research Symposium
Wellcome Conference Centre
London, England
28th March 2015




The Textile Society is keen to capture the essence of current research activity in the UK. Our first two research symposia in March 2011 and March 2013 were both outstandingly successful. We heard a diverse range of presentations from researchers across the globe who represented many aspects of textiles. Those who attended, whether as members of the audience or as presenters, were very animated by the experience. We received an unprecedented volume of thanks for organising these important events.

To celebrate, encourage, explore and support on-going research into textiles in all their diversity the Society is funding its third research symposium. We are doing so in order that researchers, would-be researchers and anyone interested to know more about what is happening can get together, create links, encourage debate and share information at a central location.

Textiles: New Research Strategies III
Saturday 28th March 2015, Wellcome Conference Centre, Euston Road, London (opposite Euston mainline station) Saturday, 28 March 2015.

If you want to take part and are willing to present a short, sharp 15-minute overview of your research strategies, please contact either Dr Brenda King, Chair of The Textile Society or Dr Lynn Hulse, Editor of TEXT with an outline of your work by 31st January 2015. The abstract should by a maximum of 300 words.


text@textilesociety.org.uk

chair@textilesociety.org.uk


Via: www.textilesociety.org.uk/events

NordArt 2014 International Exhibition

Deadline: December 15, 2013 (ONLINE) or (POSTMARK) or (EMAIL)


NordArt 2014
International Exhibition
Kunstwerk Carlshütte
Sehestedt, Germany
June 14, 2014 to October 12 2014



Kunstwerk Carlshütte is a non-profit cultural initiative and organises the NordArt, an annual international exhibition of visual arts from June to the beginning of October. NordArt is one of the largest juried exhibition of contemporary art in Europe, representing all facets of visual arts. Against the striking backdrop of the former foundry Carlshütte, Chief curator and artist Wolfgang Gramm creates an all-encompassing piece of art each year, composed of works by some 250 selected artists from all over the world. 2458 artists from 93 countries have applied for NordArt 2013.

Exhibition area:
The old foundry building in the Carlshütte (22,000 sqm), ACO Wagenremise (400 sqm), a 80,000 square metre sculpture park, as well as public spaces in the town. For an impression of the exhibition site visit the virtual tour.

Application for Participation:
The deadline for applications is 15 December 2013
The application for participation in the NordArt is preferably online.
Alternatively, applications can be submitted by post or by e-mail.

NordArt-Prize:
The NordArt-Prize worth 10.000 Euro is being sponsored by Hans-Julius and Johanna Ahlmann (ACO Group) since 2010. Each year one artist is awarded with the aim to support the art and culture scene.

Public Choice Award:
The visitors of the NordArt can vote for their favourite artist. Each award is worth 1.000 Euro. The three winners are invited to participate again in next years NordArt.

NordArt-Symposium:
Each year the exhibition is preceded by the international NordArt Symposium, bringing together different generations of artists to share experiences and make art – all reflecting the ethos of NordArt itself.

Approximately 10 artists are invited to attend the symposium and create large works (sculpture, installation, painting) for the NordArt.

The participants of the symposium are provided with materials (by agreement), a workplace, accommodation, food and travel cost support.

The work created remains the property of the artist and will be exhibited at NordArt for at least 2 years.

If you wish to attend the symposium, please mark the "Symposium" box in the application form. For this application we require a project description with details on the materials and dimensions, estimated time required, photos with examples of works.


Visit website for complete details: http://www.kunstwerk-carlshuette.de [English Version]


Download Application:

Appl_form_NordArt2014(1).pdf (pdf) [English Version]
Appl_form_NordArt2014.doc (Word) [English Version]

Go to Online Application: http://www.kunstwerk-carlshuette.de/en/975.htm [English Version]

NordArt Office
Kanalblick 26
24814 Sehestedt, Germany

New Directions: Examining the Past, Creating the Future

Deadline: October 1, 2013 (ONLINE)


Call for Papers
New Directions: Examining the Past, Creating the Future
Textile Society of America’s 14th Biennial Symposium 

Los Angeles, California
September 10 - September 14, 2014



TSA’s 14th Biennial Symposium will take place in Los Angeles, California at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). To encourage the maximum amount of scholarly interchange, TSA has devised a new format for 2014, and plans to hold two days of multiple, concurrent sessions at UCLA on Thursday and Friday, as well as a full day of plenary sessions at LACMA on Saturday. In addition to the sessions, there will be a series of dynamic pre- and post-conference workshops and study tours to local and regional art institutions and collections, receptions, special programs and awards ceremony.

The theme of the symposium: New Directions: Examining the Past, Creating the Future, focuses on change and innovation in textiles in the past, and looks at the state of the field of textiles, textile study and production, today and for the future. Where have we been and where are we going? What are the moments that encapsulate change, shifts in direction for cultures, technology, creativity and knowledge?

Papers are welcome that address ancient, contemporary or future-thinking ideas and works; focused studies on individual textiles, makers, innovators, groups, cultures, or regions; or addressing material from new perspectives. The symposium sessions will be held at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA).

Visit website for more information and to submit online: textilesocietyofamerica.org

Scythia 10 Biennial Contemporary Textile Art Exhibition & Conference

Deadline: February 1, 2014 (RECEIVE)


"Scythia 10"
Scythia Fibre Art
Kherson, Ukraine
June 18-22, 2014



THE TENTH INTERNATIONAL BIENNIAL CONTEMPORARY TEXTILE ART EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE

1. International Exhibition. "Scythia 10" international biennial exhibition on contemporary textile art. Artists from all over the world, who work in different techniques of textile are invited. Two art works can be submitted. Three best artists will be awarded by medals.

2. International Conference. Textile artists, fashion designers, designers of innovative fabrics, lecturers of unique education in textile techniques, innovative fabrics, digital and jacquard art weaving, printing, experimental embroidery, beads, felt, accessories, lace, hats, textile jewellery, leaders of workshops are invited.

3. Wearable Art Show.

4. Master-class.


Deadline for entries - 1 February 2014.


View “Scythia 9" Exhibit: http://www.scythiatextile.com/UK/Scythia_2012.html#2

Visit website for more details: www.scythiatextile.com


Please contact organizers via email or postal mail to receive the Entry Form: (see below)


Ludmila Egorova,
Founder and organizer of the project "SCYTHIA"
email: mailto:scythiatextile@gmail.com?subject

Ludmila Egorova
P.O.Box 79
Kherson 73028
Ukraine

CODEX IV International Book Fair & SymposiumCODEX IV International Book Fair & Symposium

Deadline: (UNSPECIFIED)

CODEX IV International Book Fair & Symposium
The Codex Foundation
Craneway Pavillion
Richmond, CA
February 10 — February 13, 2013


CALL FOR RESERVATIONS
We are gathering together a congress of the world’s finest private presses, book artisans, artists, curators, collectors, and scholars in the spirit of an Old West rendezvous for the fourth biennial Codex International Book Fair and Symposium.

The CODEX IV International Book Fair
Four afternoons. Sunday, February 10 – Wednesday February 13. The Book Fair will be held afternoons at the Craneway Pavillion.* The Pavillion, built by Albert Kahn in 1931, was originally the Ford Company assembly plant and now resides on the National Register of Historical Places. Set on 25 waterfront acres, it boasts views of both the bay and the San Francisco skyline. Register early, space is limited.

*Please note that we have a new venue for the fair this year at the Craneway Pavilion— 1414 Harbour Way, South Marina District, Richmond, CA 94804 (5 miles north of Berkeley). All other venues remain the same.

NEW Exhibitors: If you have not previously exhibited at CODEX please send an inquiry with a website or URL where we can view your work before sending your registration form. Email us at: contact@codexfoundation.org

The CODEX Foundation Symposium: DRAWING A BEAD ON THE BOOK

Two mornings: Monday, February 11 – Tuesday, February 12. Berkeley Art Museum Theater—2626 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94720. Please note the Symposium and the Book Fair are in two different locations.

A bus service will be provided for exhibitors and Symposium guests only for a nominal fee of $50. Departure and arrival times will be coordinated with symposium and book fair hours. The symposium will be held for two days this year.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:
Sandro Berra, Director, Tipoteca Italiana Fondazione, Cornuda, Italy
Mark Dimunation, Chief of the Rare Books and Special Collections, Library of Congress, USA

ARTISTS & PRESSES:
Tim Barrett, MacArthur Fellow, Director Paper Facilities, University of Iowa Iowa City, USA
Alan Loney, Electio Editions Melbourne, Australia
Russell Maret New York, USA
Veronika Schaepers Tokyo/Berlin

Download Registration Form: www.codexfoundation.org/codex-2013-registration.pdf

Visit website: www.codexfoundation.org


The Codex Foundation
2203 Fourth Street
Berkeley, California 94710
510-849-0673
peter@codexfoundation.org

Textile Society of America: 13th Biennial Symposium

Deadline: October 1, 2011(RECEIVE)

Abstract Submission
The 13th Biennial Symposium
Textile Society of America
Washington, DC
September 19-22, 2012


The 13th Biennial Symposium of the Textile Society of America will take place in Washington, DC September 19-22, 2012. The theme of Textiles & Politics befits the symposium venue in the U.S. capital and will generate lively discussion about the myriad ways in which textiles pervade our lives.

Throughout human history and around the globe, whether as intimate artifacts of interpersonal relations or state-level monumental works, textiles have been imbued with political importance. Political influences on textiles range from complex international trade agreements to the simple yet powerful act of banners carried in street parades and protests.

Textiles & Politics will explore the ways in which politics influence the aesthetics, production, materials, uses, and countless other aspects of textiles (and vice versa).

We seek presentations from all textile-related disciplines and interdisciplinary areas, including but not limited to anthropology, art, art history, conservation, cultural geography, design, economics, ethnic studies, history, linguistics, marketing, mathematics, political science, and theater. TSA encourages both organized sessions and individual papers from scholars, researchers, artists, gallery and museum professionals, and aficionados from around the world.

TSA Membership Requirement
All persons submitting proposals for participation in the 2012 symposium must be TSA members in good standing for 2011 at the time of submission. Non-member applicants may join TSA at the time of proposal submission. If extenuating circumstances exist, please write to the Symposium Planning Committee at tsa2012symposium@gmail.com.


SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
All submissions should be based on original research, reflecting material not previously published. In submitting an abstract, the author explicitly authorizes its use on the TSA website and in the published Symposium Program and Proceedings.

All submissions must be made online through the Textile Society of America website. Results of the selection process will be sent electronically.

To submit your proposal go to http://www.textilesociety.org/symposia_2012.htm and follow the onscreen instructions. Submissions will be accepted from mid-July through October 1, 2011.

Download Biennial Symposium Call for Papers: www.textilesociety.org/2012-Symp-TSA-Biennial-Symposium-Call-for-Papers.pdf

Visit website for more information: www.textilesociety.org/symposia_2012

Textile Society of America
P.O. Box 193
Middletown, DE 19709
Tel. (302) 378-9636
Fax (302) 378-9637
tsa@textilesociety.org

Quilt Surface Design Symposium: FABRIC 2011

Deadline: MAY 15, 2011 (RECEIVE)

FABRIC 2011: Handmade Designs on Fabric for Quiltmaking
QUILT SURFACE DESIGN SYMPOSIUM
The University Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
Columbus, Ohio
June 6-19, 2011


The Annual QUILT SURFACE DESIGN SYMPOSIUM is proud to announce its annual competition whose purpose is to encourage the production of unusual fabrics.

Awards:
FIRST PLACE: Five Day Class At Next Year’s Symposium;
SECOND PLACE: Two Day Class At Next Year’s Symposium;
THIRD PLACE: $150.00;
FOURTH PLACE: $75.00

Entry Fee:
$35.00 For Up To Three Entries (U.S. Funds Only).
No limitation on how many times you may enter.

Size Limitation: Minimum Size 1 Yard, Maximum Size 3 Yards.

. Dyes or pigments must be either washable or dry cleanable...and all colors must be stable.
. Quality of fabrics used is important...no Rayons or Acetates. Fabrics must be 100% cotton broadcloth, 100% cotton sateen, 100% pima cotton, 100% cotton muslin, or a quality of cotton comparable to these listed. Light weight wools are acceptable as are silks. Yardage only. No scarves, etc. designed to be worn!
. The fabric can be produced by one individual or by a team.
. All entries must be for sale. Sale price must include a commission of 30% for entire yardage. No yardage will be cut.
. Jurying will be of the actual pieces and not from slides. PRIZES will be awarded.
. All accepted entries will be displayed in June during QUILT SURFACE DESIGN SYMPOSIUM, at the The University Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, Columbus, Ohio.
. Return postage must be included plus a large SASE for Acceptance Forms. NO TUBES PLEASE!
. Send APPLICATION FORM, ENTRY FEE, LARGE SASE, RETURN POSTAGE FOR PIECES, AND TAGGED ENTRIES to arrive between May 1 and May 15.

Download Entry Form: www.qsds.com/fabricshow.pdf

Visit website for complete details regarding show and symposium: www.qsds.com


Linda Fowler and Tracy Rieger
Owners - Quilt Surface Design International LLC

Remarkable Symposium 2011 Exhibition

Multiple Deadlines: (RECEIVE)
Exhibition Entries: 14 January 2011
Web Challenges: 20th January 2011
Symnposium Registration: Unspecified

Remarkable Symposium 2011 Exhibition
Queenstown, New Zealand
18th to 23rd April 2011

The 14th National Patchwork and Quilting Symposium (in Queenstown 18th to 23rd April 2011) will involve up to 1500 New Zealand and overseas participants attending a wide range of classes and workshops, lectures, merchants’ markets and exhibitions, among other activities. The 50 or so classes a day, for five days are tutored by well known overseas and national tutors. Lectures are run in the lunch hours and evenings and are usually given by internationally renowned tutors. The exhibitions include our major judged national quilt exhibition and a number of smaller exhibitions of quilts, including exhibitions of overseas quilts, and quilt challenges. We run a Merchants’ Mall where 30 or so quilt related shops and merchants promote and sell their latest merchandise. Other activities include sponsors’ and tutors’ evenings, awards and opening ceremonies, formal dinner for 300 or more participants and a finale evening.

Your Registration of Interest gives you a registration number, regular newsletters, the class registration book, and priority for class allocation. Visit the Registration of Interest page.

Remarkable Symposium 2011 Exhibition – Conditions of Entry (truncated)

1. Entry to the exhibition is open to all quilters who are New Zealand Residents and who register for Remarkable Symposium 2011.

2. Entry to the challenges is open to both NZ and overseas Symposium registrants.

3. Entrants into Youth Categories (Next Generation up to 12 years and Next Generation 13-19 years) are not required to be registered for Remarkable Symposium 2011.

4. All entries must be on the official entry form and received at P O Box 825, Queenstown 9348 by 14 January 2011.

5. For the purposes of this exhibition, a “quilt” is defined as a fabric sandwich comprising three layers held together with quilting stitches or tying. This rule does not apply to the Fibrelicious category.

6. A non-refundable entry fee applies: $15 for the first entry and $5 for each additional entry.

Downloads:
Conditions of Entry
Exhibition Categories and Challenges
Web Challenge

Visit website for complete details: www.remarkablesymposium2011.org.nz


CONTACT:

Remarkable Symposium 2011 Inc
P.O. Box 2204
Wakatipu 9349
New Zealand
phone: 03 442313

London Zine Symposium

Deadline: April 20, 2010 (ONLINE)

London Zine Symposium
The Rag Factory
London, England
29th May 2010

Bringing together zine, small press, comic and radical writers to celebrate DIY and zine culture

Applications for this year’s London Zine Symposium are open. The final deadline for application is April 20th, however we will allocate stalls before then so the earlier you apply, the better. Because of space issues we have an edited selection process of what stalls will be most relevant to the event.

We are asking for donations for table space (£15 for a full table, £7.50 for a half table). For people who only have one zine, or only a few issues of one, there will once again be the individual zine table where you can have your zine stocked and sold throughout the day.

Information and Online Application: www.londonzinesymposium.org.uk/stalls

Information about London Zine Symposium: www.londonzinesymposium.org.uk/about

Textile Society of America Symposium Vendor Opportunity

Two Deadlines: (RECEIVE)
April 1, 2010 [Early Registration]
September 6, 2010 [Final Deadline]

Vendor Opportunity
Textiles and Settlement: From Plains Space to Cyber Space2010 Textile Society of America Symposium
Cornhusker Marriott Hotel
Lincoln, Nebraska
October 7 – 9, 2010


The 2010 Textile Society of America Symposium, “Textiles and Settlement: From Plains Space to Cyber Space,” will be held in Lincoln, Nebraska (Home of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Textiles, Clothing & Design, the Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery, and the International Quilt Study Center & Museum) October 6 – 9, 2010.

"Textiles and Settlement: From Plains Space to Cyber Space”, is the biennial symposium of the Textile Society of America. This symposium provides an opportunity for members to present their research, exhibit artistic work, disseminate information and network. To find out more about the symposium, please check out our website at http://www.textilesociety.org.

For every symposium, we invite vendors to set up shop at the convention center. This year, we have reserved the recently remodeled Cornhusker Marriott Hotel in downtown Lincoln for the vendor marketplace and the symposium activities. Symposium participants enjoy shopping for wearable art, ethnic textiles, yarn, fabric and many other types of textile items. The marketplace will also be promoted and open to the public, who may want to stop in and do some early holiday shopping.

The vendor hall will be divided into 10' x 10' spaces. You may reserve adjoining spaces, or you may share one space with another vendor. Each space is provided with one 3x8 table and one chair. Vendors may register separately for participation in conference events, know however, that some lectures and demonstrations will be held during the scheduled marketplace hours and you will need to arrange for someone to watch your table.

Spaces are assigned on a first come, first served basis.

Call for Vendors

Vendor Application/Registration Form: /TSA 2010 Sym Marketplace Reg Vendor App [pdf]

Should you have any questions or special needs, feel free to email me at tinakoeppe@gmail.com.


Tina Koeppe
Marketplace Coordinator
Textile Society of America, Inc.
(302) 378-9636 (Office)
(302) 378-9637 (Fax)
tsa@textilesociety.org
http://www.textilesociety.org/

Artwear Symposium 2010

Deadline: May 1, 2010

Artwear Symposium 2010
Textile Center
Minneapolis, MN
June 2 - 8, 2010

In June 2010, Textile Center will host a week-long symposium focused on Artwear. Held at Textile Center's beautiful facilities, this event will be an intimate and intense study of what it means to be wearable art.

SYMPOSIUM EVENTS

Keynote speaker, Jacquelyn Rice
Jacquie will present an evening of discussion about her work and visions of artwear.

Inside Out Gallery Exhibition {see post on FACFE}
Textile Center Joan Mondale Gallery, juror Jacquelyn Rice

Pre-Conference and Post-Conference Workshops
Two and three day Master Classes on artwear design and construction.

Concurrent Seminar Sessions: Saturday and Sunday
18 seminars including demonstrations, discussions, panels, slide presentations, and lectures.

Trunk Show in Textile Center Shop
Opportunity to show and sell your work in Textile Center's boutique shop during the Symposium weekend. For complete details, visit website: www.textilecentermn.org/symposium2010/trunkshow.asp

Runway Show
Opportunity to show your work and network with artists, buyers and more in an informal setting

Download:
Symposium Registration Booklet

Registration Form Only

Visit website for complete details:
http://www.textilecentermn.org/symposium2010.asp

Textile Center
3000 University Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Telephone 612-436-0464
Fax 612-436-0466

Costume Colloquium II: Dress for Dance

Deadline: July 30, 2009 (RECEIVE)

Costume Colloquium II: Dress for Dance
FLORENCE, ITALY
November 2010


Costume Colloquium II: Dress for Dance will explore interdisciplinary aspects of dance dress and costume, this multi-cultural mode of human expression, from a variety of practical, historical and creative perspectives. For four days (exact dates to be determined) participants will attend lectures, see demonstrations, have on-site visits as well as observe or participate in exclusive dance performances.

This unique symposium will be of interest not only to costume and dance historians, costume designers, costume makes, museum curators, archivists, textile and costume conservators, dancers and dance re-enactors, etc., but also to students and members of the public with a desire to learn about dress for dance from the experts in the fields examined.

We are seeking papers on unpublished research, new creations and/or practical experience, relating to the following themes:

• History of dance costume for professional performance: theatre, ballet, cinema, etc.
• Dress for traditional and ceremonial dance: costume as expressions of cultures
• Fashion and popular dance: the relationship between popular music, new styles of dance and fashionable dress, past and present
• Creating dance costume: designers, artists, artisans, stylists, tailors, seamstresses using traditional, experimental and/or contemporary materials and techniques
• Historical dance re-enactment: getting the steps and the clothing right
• Dance costume in museums and archives: collecting designs and surviving costume, conservation, display techniques
• Documenting dance dress: dress as documents and documents of dress
• Dance costume and artistic expression: their reciprocal relationship
Proposals from costume and dance historians, costume designers, costume makers, museum curators, archivists, textile conservators, dancers and dance re-enactors, etc. worldwide are welcome.

Those interested in participating should submit proposals for papers in the form of an abstract no later than Thursday July 30th 2009 according to the following format:

- Text font: Times New Roman 11
- Language: English or Italian
- Author(s): surname(s), given name(s); presenter listed first and in bold font
- Presentation Title in bold font
- Interspacing: 1,5
- Maximum 250 words

Send abstract and a personal biography (maximum 200 words) as a .doc file attachment by email (please write “CONFERENCE PROPOSAL” in the subject line) to: dressfordance@costume-textiles.com

All individual presentations will be limited to 20 minutes. Please list audio-visual requirements in your proposal. Conference languages are English and Italian (simultaneous interpretation will be provided).

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Please Note:
All Costume Colloquium II: Dress for Dance presentations will be recorded (audio synchronized with your Power Point or visual material) and subsequently published on-line (see, for example, the online presentations of the first edition at the
website www.costume-textiles.com). It is the speakers’ obligation to obtain any and all necessary permissions for the use of visual material before their presentation is given.

The Costume Colloquium organizers are unable to contribute to any expenses involved in the preparation and presentation of papers.

Acceptances will be announced by Thursday December 31st 2009.

Visit website for complete details: costume-textiles.com

ORGANIZING SECRETARIAT:
Promo Florence Events
Promotion and Organization of Events Art-Culture-Science
Palazzo Coppini – via del Giglio, 10 – 50123
Florence, Italy
Te. +39 055 285588 Fax +39 055 283260
Email: info@promoflorenceevents.com

Book Art Biennial 2009

Unspecified (as of this posting--will update when announced)

Book Art Biennial 2009
Mature Content-The Artist's Book as Advocate
Minnesota Center for Book Arts
Minneapolis, MN
July 23-26, 2009


The strength of an artist's book lies not only in the marriage of form and craftsmanship, but also in well-developed content.

Through a combination of presentations by leaders in the field, peer discussion sessions and hands-on workshops, Book Art Biennial participants will explore the theme Mature Content — the Artist's Book as Advocate, placing special emphasis on the
efficacy of artists' books as agents of social change and activism.

KEYNOTE ADDRESSES
For over four decades, artist and Arizona State University professor John Risseeuw's work has touched on political and social themes, including political corruption, equal rights, fascism, illegal wars and arms proliferation. In classics like Civil Defense (1983) and High Tension (1993), artist and University of Arizona professor Philip Zimmermann has explored issues relating to national security, environmental safety and social anxiety. Through compelling content and unique creative approaches, both offer distinctive perspectives on the role of art as an agent of social change.

PANELISTS
Through a variety of panels and presentations, participants will explore contemporary issues in the book arts. Panelists include artist and Oregon College of Art and Craft professor Inge Bruggeman; artist and University of Iowa Center for the Book professor Emily Martin; artist, designer and educator Scott McCarney; Wellesley College Special Collections Librarian Ruth Rogers; Minneapolis College of Art and Design Fine Arts Chair Karen Wirth; and other leaders in the field.

WORKSHOPS
Discover innovative practices and hone traditional skills by working with master artists including Inge Bruggeman, Daniel Essig, Scott McCarney and John Risseeuw.

THE MCBA PRIZE [link to FACFE post]
A centerpiece of the Book Art Biennial is the presentation of The MCBA Prize. This new award is the first in the United States to recognize book art from across the field and around the world. The MCBA Prize celebrates the diversity of book art and encourages discussion rather than limiting recognition to one aspect of this vital field. A distinguished panel of jurors, themselves leaders in the field, will select five finalists, with the announcement of the winning work at a gala event culminating Book Art Biennial 2009. For further details, submission guidelines and entry forms for The MCBA Prize, download the prospectus.

REGISTRATION
Registration materials for Book Art Biennial 2009 will be available on the Minnesota Center for Book Arts website beginning January 1, 2009. For questions regarding Book Art Biennial 2009 or The MCBA Prize, contact MCBA Artistic Director Jeff Rathermel at jrathermel@mnbookarts.org.

Visit the website for complete details: mnbookarts.org

Minnesota Center for Book Arts
1011 Washington Ave S, Suite 100
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Phone: 612.215.2520
Fax: 612.215.2545
Email: mcba@mnbookarts.org

15th ETN Conference

Deadline: mid-January until 15 June 2009 (RECEIVE) & (Online)


15th ETN Conference
Haslach/Upper Austria
21st to 24th of July 2009


The theme: Cultural Revival of Old Textile Centres – New educational challenges

Organiser: ETN together with the association Haslach Textile Culture (textile.kultur.haslach.at) and the Department of Textile/Art & Design of the Linz Art University (ufg.ac.at)

Introduction

Conference programme
Application form

Event Details (truncated)

Ten years of endeavour by the municipality of Haslach, the state of Upper Austria and the European Union to revive a factory complex will be concluded in 2009, when a new Textile Centre opens in the former Vonwiller weaving mill that once employed more than 2,000 people.

The future cultural centre will include a textile museum, a wool processing workshop, and will also house Haslach Textile Culture, an association that organises major textile gatherings annually, offering courses, exhibitions, symposia, and a weavers’ market.

Actions to be discussed and finalised include the following:

• Exchange of information and experiences


• Exchange of specialists, such as artists, designers, craftspeople, lecturers, course instructors, scientists, museum curators, event organisers, tour operators, etc.


• Conception and implementation of (touring) exhibitions, decentralised courses, and other events.


• Joint advertising of network activities, for instance to increase the number of participants/visitors to the centres and textile tourist destinations in the respective regions.

It is planned that speakers attending the Haslach event on 23rd July 2009 will briefly introduce their institution(s) and outline feasible options for cooperative ventures. Of course there will also be time to discuss the other themes of interest for the European Textile Network. under the motto of 'Networking' there is time enough on the 23rd and 24th of July!

Visit website for additional details: etn-net.org/meetings

CODEX Symposium 2009: CONSIDERING THE BOOK AS A WORK OF ART

Deadline: not yet disclosed

CODEX 2009
the second biennial book book fair and symposium

Book Fair : ASUC Pauley Ballroom
Symposium : University of California, Berkeley Art Museum theater
February 8, 9, 10 & 11, 2009

CODEX Symposium 2009: CONSIDERING THE BOOK AS A WORK OF ART

We have reserved the same locations for the 2009 events and are in planning already! We will send a notice to you when we open registration in early June. Registration, set-up, and reception : Sunday, February 8, 2009 (mark your calendar!) Book fair & symposium begin Monday, February 9th & end Wednesday, February 11th. Book fair tables will be $700.00 each and symposium seats $200.00 each. Each table includes one symposium seat. Maximum capacity 120 tables. Reserve early. Please contact us if you would like to receive notices.

Visit the website for additional information: www.codexfoundation.org/bookfair2009

Fabric 2008

Deadline: May 15, 2008 (RECEIVE)

Fabric 2008
University Plaza Conference Center
Columbus, OH
June 14, 2008 through June 27, 2008


QUILT SURFACE DESIGN SYMPOSIUM is proud to announce its annual competition and exhibit of unusual hand dyed and one-of-a-kind surface designed fabrics. Show off your skills in creating "art cloth" by using techniques such as shibori, discharge, batik, screen printing, stamping, foiling and more.

FIRST PLACE: Five Day Class at the 2009 Symposium
SECOND PLACE: Two Day Class at the 2009 Symposium
THIRD PLACE: $150.00
FOURTH PLACE: $75.00

Exhibition Dates: June 14 through June 27 during the Symposium at the University Plaza Conference Center, Columbus, OH.

1. Entry Fee: $35.00 For Up To Three Entries (U.S. Funds Only). No limitation on how many times you may enter.


2. Size Limitation: Minimum Size 1 Yard, Maximum Size 3 Yards.


3. Dyes or pigments must be either washable or dry cleanable...and all colors must be stable.


4. Quality of fabrics used is important...no Rayons or Acetates. Sleazy fabrics are not acceptable. Fabrics must be 100% cotton, broadcloth, 100% cotton sateen, 100% pima cotton, 100% cotton muslin, or a quality of cotton comparable to these listed. Light weight wools are acceptable as are silks. BUT...REMEMBER we are looking for yardage only.
   
5. The fabric can be produced by one individual or by a team.


6. All entries must be for sale. Sale price must include a commission of 30% for entire yardage. No yardage will be cut.


7. Jurying will be of the actual pieces and not from slides. PRIZES will be awarded.


8. All accepted entries will be displayed in June during QUILT SURFACE DESIGN SYMPOSIUM, at the The University Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, Columbus, Ohio.


9. Return postage must be included plus a large SASE for Acceptance Forms.
   
10. Send APPLICATION FORM, ENTRY FEE, LARGE SASE, RETURN POSTAGE FOR PIECES, AND TAGGED ENTRIES to arrive between May 1 and May 15.

For details and a prospectus, go to: http://qsds.com/fabricshow.pdf