12 Squared” Reclaimed Fiber Art Call For 2026 Fall Fort Worth Gallery Night
Fiber Art
Application Deadline
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Opportunity Type
Exhibition
Scope
Fort Worth
Fee to Apply
Free
Organized by
Arts Fort Worth
The “12 Squared” Exhibition with The Fiber Revival at The Grackle Art Gallery will feature reclaimed fiber works created by DFW artists exploring the art of using reclaimed clothing and various recycled fibers to create works of art in a range of fiber techniques. This vivid and dramatic textile show will feature the works displayed in a grid of the 6 color groupings. The focus of the 6 individual fiber works of 12” X 12” X 2” is the color of the reclaimed fiber. The colors for the projects are: BLUE, PURPLE, RED, ORANGE, YELLOW, and GREEN. Artists are encouraged to explore any variety of fiber techniques and can use multiple techniques in each work. You can used objects, paint or any other elements in your works, but the over work should visually be reclaimed fiber.
There is no theme other than color, size and materials used. You are free to create each work in a different way, with a personal subject or not, with a personal theme or not. This is a challenge to create, play, explore and experiment with reclaimed fiber techniques in each of the 6 works. The only frames that will accepted are Da Vinci Pro Ultra Smooth Panel 12″x12″, 2″ Deep. These frames can be purchased at jerrysartarama.com. All works must have works permanently mounted to the frame and have d-rings and hanging wire ready for installation. This challenge is open to any DFW artists. Artists selected must be able to pick and drop off works and are encouraged to attended the 2026 Fall Gallery Night event.