Call for Events and Call for Instructors
Complete listing of requests for submissions to textile competitions, exhibits, conference workshop proposals, and academic papers. Calls for entries and calls for instructors are added on a regular basis. If your event is not shown here, please add the information directly using the Add Event link.
Fantastic Fibers 2012
November 8, 2011 through February 4, 2012
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FANTASTIC FIBERS 2012 is an international competitive exhibition that seeks to showcase a wide range of outstanding works related to the fiber medium at the Yeiser Art Center in Paducah, KY. The competition/exhibition is open to all professional artists 18 years and over working in the field of fiber art. Contemporary and innovative works created with fiber as the primary medium are welcome. All work submitted must be original, completed in the last three years and not previously exhibited in a Fantastic Fibers exhibition. There are no size restrictions. Juror Luanne Rimel is an artist, curator, and currently the Director of Education Programs at Craft Alliance Art Center in St. Louis, Missouri. A minimum of $1,750 will be awarded. Entry fee $10 per entry, up to five entries total. Online submission at fantasticfibers.theyeiser.org.
Call for teachers Midwest 2013
November 30, 2011 through March 1, 2012
We are now open to take class proposals. There are half day mini sessions, full day maxi sessions, and pre conference workshop spaces available. Along with the class proposal, a short biography and photos of your work is helpful. Sherri Pickett 103 Main St, Wellsville KS 66092
Fantastic Fibers 2012 Extended Deadline
January 20, 2012 through February 11, 2012
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FANTASTIC FIBERS 2012 is an international competitive exhibition that seeks to showcase a wide range of outstanding works related to the fiber medium at the Yeiser Art Center in Paducah, KY. The competition/exhibition is open to all professional artists 18 years and over working in the field of fiber art. Contemporary and innovative works created with fiber as the primary medium are welcome. All work submitted must be original, completed in the last three years and not previously exhibited in a Fantastic Fibers exhibition. There are no size restrictions. Juror Luanne Rimel is an artist, curator, and currently the Director of Education Programs at Craft Alliance Art Center in St. Louis, Missouri. A minimum of $1,750 will be awarded. Entry fee $10 per entry, up to five entries total. Online submission at fantasticfibers.theyeiser.org.
Request for Proposal
January 27, 2012 through March 2, 2012
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Request for Exhibition Proposals We are now accepting proposals for 2013 for special opportunities to produce exhibitions at the Coconino Center for the Arts. Successful proposals will meet the criteria, complement Flagstaff Cultura l Partner’s mission, and be a collaborative endeavor with Flagstaff Cultural Partners. As a benefit to this partnership, Flagstaff Cultural Partners will provide the venue, staff assistance, installation, on-site insurance, and marketing. Additional resources or support may be available under special circumstances. Please visit our website to download and submit applications. Applications postmark deadline: 03/2/12
Outside/Inside the Box
March 2, 2012 through April 14, 2012
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Outside/Inside the Box will showcase innovative fiber/textile art that transcends disciplines; combines tradition with cutting edge technology and/or historic concepts with contemporary perspective. Size, scope, materials and subject matter are open. Submissions may include surface design, woven, 2D and 3D structures, quilts, stitching, body art, etc. Outside/ Inside the Box will take place in the main gallery at the Crane Arts Building. The ICE Box Project Space is a free-span 50’x100’ room, with 25’ceilings. The Crane Arts Building will be a hub of activity during FiberPhiladephia. This is an opportunity for all artists to submit work for exhibition during FiberPhiladelphia 2012. Seize this opportunity to think outside the box! About FiberPhiladelphia 2012: FiberPhiladelphia, a biennial for textile art is held in and around Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. The next FiberPhiladelphia will take place Spring 2012. There will be fiber exhibitions, projects and presentations at major institutions and independent venues.
Smoky Mountain Fiber Arts Festival
March 16, 2012 through March 17, 2012
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The Smoky Mountain Fiber Arts Festival, held in Townsend, TN, is a celebration of all things fiber. There are workshops, demonstrations, vendors, fiber animals, Border collie sheep-herding, and sheep-shearing. Vendors and instructors are welcome to apply.
ArtQuilt Elements
March 30, 2012 through May 13, 2012
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ArtQuilt Elements, Wayne, Pa., at the Wayne Art Center, March 30—May 13, 2012. Call for Entries. Deadline: Sept. 25, 2011. Awards. International juried exhibition of art quilts with any subject matter, style, materials, techniques and any size. Jurors: Elizabeth Barton, David Revere McFadden, Sandra Sider. For prospectus visit www.artquiltelements.com
Minnesota Alpaca Expo Fiber Arts Competition
April 14, 2012 through April 15, 2012
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Please see web for details. For all ages. You will need to use 50% alpaca fiber to compete. Deadline March 1st, 2012. You will need to register online Jan. 2nd - March 1st, 2012
Original Creative Festival
June 28, 2012 through June 30, 2012
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The Original Creative Festival is now including Knit & Crochet vendors and teachers to the Festival. This 9th year sewing & quilting event has classes, vendors, fashion show contest and free stage presentations. We are accepting vendor and teacher applications.
Round Bobbin Expo, Sew-Quilt-Fiber Art
September 14, 2012 through September 15, 2012
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Round Bobbin Expo, held in St. Charles, MO (St. Louis, MO area) is now including Knit, Crochet and other Fiber Art vendors and teachers to the quilting & sewing expo. In addition to vendors and classes, the expo features stage presentations, a fashion & accessory show contest, Fiber Art Display and door prizes. Vendor and teacher applications are now being accepted. If you are looking for a new market, this would be the expo to try.
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