Perspectives in Fiber: Moving Beyond Tradition

The South Florida Basket and Fiber Guild invites artists 18 years and older residing in Florida (full or part-time) to submit up to three pieces completed after January 2014, for a juried exhibition showcasing original artwork that represents contemporary approaches to fiber art and that pushes the boundaries and/or traditions in media and execution. Categories are: Wall Works; Sculptural Works; Vessel Forms/Basketry; and Wearables. All work must be primarily natural or synthetic fiber in content or executed using traditional fiber techniques and be original in concept, design and execution.

This event titled, Perspectives in Fiber: Moving Beyond Tradition will be on display January 7- February 10, 2017 at The Armory Art Center Annex, Lake Worth Florida. Jurors for the exhibition are Jon Eric Riis, Lois Russell and Benjia Morgenstern. Cash prizes will be awarded. Emerging, mid-career, and established artists are encouraged to apply.. This event occurs during South Florida’s high season and coincides with Palm Beach County’s annual Art Week drawing a sophisticated audience including collectors.

The application is online via CaFÉ www.callforentry.com or visit www.SouthFloridaBasketandFiberGuild.org for more details.