Elevate: A Group Exhibition of Fiber and Textile-Based Art

Elevate: is a juried group exhibition to celebrate the grand opening of the William Scofield Gallery.  We are featuring innovative fiber and textile-based artwork that pushes the medium beyond tradition and into fine art 

Elevate: A Group Exhibition of Fiber and Textile-Based Art invites artist to submit outstanding examples of contemporary fiber and textile work for inclusion in our Grand Opening Exhibition, dedicated to highlighting the breadth and sophistication of the medium. This juried show welcomes submissions in weaving, embroidery, quilting, basketry, fiber sculpture, mixed media, and other textile-based art forms. 

 Selected works will be displayed in our gallery and made available for sale on commission, offering artist the opportunity to connect with collectors, curators, and a growing  community of fiber art enthusiasts. Exceptional submission may also be considered for future solo or featured artist exhibitions. 

 This exhibition celebrates original work that demonstrates technical skill, fresh perspective and a commitment to elevating fiber and textile art within the realm of fine art.

• You may submit up to 3 works for consideration
• Maximum size: 24 x 36 (including any framing or mounting)
• High quality images of each work and an additional detail shot if applicable. (1200 pixel on longest side)
• Artwork details: title, dimensions, medium, year and retail price.
• Short artist statement (200 words max)
• Non-refundable entry fee of $20 covers submission of up to 3 artworks. Entry fees are non-refundable except for withdrawals requested before jurying begins, in which case a $5 admin fee will be deducted.

• Open to artist 18+ working in fiber, textile or fiber-adjacent media, natural materials.
• Both 2D and 3D works are welcome including but not limited to
  • Hand or machine stitching
  • Quilting weaving and felting
  • Soft sculpture and mixed media
  • Basketry or work using natural materials (reeds, rope, plant fibers)
• Original work only; no reproductions
• Artwork must be ready to hand or professionally presented.
• Artist covers shipping to and from the gallery.

Selection Criteria:

• Artistic merit and originality
• Technical skill and craftmanship
• Suitability for gallery display
• Relevance to exhibition theme