37th Annual New Legacies: Contemporary Art Quilts

This juried exhibition features the current work of national and international contemporary quilt artists, running July 20 – September 21, 2019. Art quilts accepted for exhibition will exemplify innovation in quilting and surface design techniques as well as excellence in artistic composition and craftsmanship. The goal of the exhibition is to recognize the world's finest contemporary quilt artists and to advance the art form. The Opening Reception is scheduled for Friday, July 19, 5 – 7 p.m. with the Awards Presentation the same evening at 6 p.m.

Entry Requirements: $35 entry fee is required for up to three (3) entries. Maximum of three (3) entries allowed. Entries must be of the artist's original design, completed after August 30, 2017. No student work or work created as the result of a class or workshop will be accepted. The quilt must be predominately fabric or fabric-like material and be composed of at least three layers held together by stitching. 2-D quilts must have a three-inch (8 cm) or greater finished double casing (sleeve) sewn in the top edge. Framed or mounted quilts will be accepted and should have hanging hardware attached. 3-D quilts must be identified as such in the entry description and if selected, must include detailed hanging or installation instructions. Entries must include a short description of techniques and materials used and a short artist statement. Submit 1-6 images.

Awards: $1,000 Best of Show Award, $500 Prize for Creative Artistry, and $500 Prize for Creative Innovation. Awards will be announced during the Opening Reception Awards Presentation. Exhibition Jurors: Ann Johnston, Louisa Smith, Vicki Carlson, and Ellen Martin. Awards Judges: Ann Johnston and Vicki Carlson. Artists are responsible for all costs of shipping and insurance. Lincoln Center will retain a 30% commission on all works sold. Accepted works must be available for the full Installation and Exhibition Period (July 15 – September 27, 2019). Entrants will be notified via email the week of June 3. Shipments of accepted quilts must be received between July 8-12. Hand delivery is due July 15 between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Quilts will be shipped back to artists the week of September 23, with pick-up available Monday, September 23, 2-5 p.m.