Small Works: SDA 2019 Member Show

Members of the Surface Design Association (SDA) are invited to submit work for Small Works, a non-juried exhibition showcasing innovative textile works by SDA members. The exhibition will be held at the Arcade Building Contemporary Art Projects at Webster University, St. Louis, MO, from October 1 to December 15, 2019, in conjunction with the SDA biennial conference Beyond the Surface (October 3-6, 2019).

Eligibility and Requirements: This exhibition is open to all SDA members and student members. One entry may be submitted per member. Entries must be original work completed after July 2017. All textile/fiber-based work that fits within the 10" x 10" format and is mounted on a stretched canvas or similar surface will be considered. Work executed under classroom/educational guidance or supervision is not eligible. Entry fees are $30 for SDA members and $15 for SDA student members. Submitted artwork must measure 10 inches square as the finished outside dimensions, be mounted on a stretched canvas or similar substrate measuring 10" x 10", be prepared for hanging with eye-hooks and wire across the back, and include a label affixed to the back with the artist's name, contact information, and piece title. Work must be shipped to arrive by September 9, 2019. One JPEG image per member may be submitted online through August 19, 2019, with a minimum of 1200 pixels on the longest side, 72 ppi/dpi resolution, and 5 MB maximum file size.

Awards: The exhibition includes awards: Joy Stocksdale Best in Show ($300), Second Place ($200), and Third Place ($100). Award winners will be announced at the conference and listed on the SDA website. Artwork not for sale should be marked "NFS" and include the value for insurance purposes. Sold artwork must remain on display for the entire exhibition run, with payments to artists made within 30 days after the exhibition closes. Artists are responsible for shipping costs both to and from the exhibition, including insurance during transit.