Fantastic Fibers 2026

Yeiser Art Center is now accepting entries for the FANTASTIC FIBERS 2026 international juried exhibition. One of Yeiser Art Center's most engaging and innovative international exhibitions, FANTASTIC FIBERS seeks to showcase a wide range of outstanding contemporary works related to the fiber medium. Contemporary and innovative works created with fiber as the primary medium or concept are welcome. This exhibition is open to all artists 18 years and over working in the field of fiber art. All work submitted must be original, completed in the last three years and not previously exhibited in a FANTASTIC FIBERS exhibition. There are no size restrictions. Up to two separate pieces per artist are permitted with an entry fee of $40 to cover both pieces.

FANTASTIC FIBERS 2026 will be on display at Yeiser Art Center from April 6th to May 16th, 2026. Awards totaling $1,000 will be given: $500 First Place, $300 Second Place, and $200 Third Place. Sales will be encouraged where works are offered for purchase, but work need not be for sale to enter. Yeiser Art Center will keep a 40% commission on all gallery sales. Work will be insured for the duration of the exhibition for the value of the work, or 60% of the retail price. Artists are responsible for insuring their work during transit to and from the Yeiser.

The show began in 1987 as a wearable art show but has evolved over the years to include a compelling mix of traditional and non-traditional works created from natural or synthetic fibers, and work that addresses the subject or medium of fiber. Notification of acceptance will be February 20th, 2026, with work due at Yeiser Art Center by March 23rd, 2026, by 5pm. The reception will be held April 24th, 2026, from 5:00–7:00PM.