About:

Fiberart International 2019 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.

Awards:
The Fiberarts Guild of Pittsburgh, Inc. will present over $5000 in cash awards. 

Calendar:
·         Submission deadline: August 31, 2018
·         Notification of jurors’ decision: October 30, 2018
·         Accepted work due: April 1, 2019
·         Opening Reception: May 10, 2019
·         Exhibition closes: August 23, 2019
·         Return of artwork: artwork will be shipped within two weeks of the closing of the exhibition.
·         Traveling Exhibition: At this time we are exploring the possibility of traveling the exhibition. Accepted artists will be asked to give permission for their work to travel. All work selected for touring should be available for up to two (2) years beginning August 31, 2019. Work on tour will be insured. Work will be returned upon tour completion. -Fiberart International-