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.
Fantastic Fibers 2026 will be on display at Yeiser Art Center from 6th April 2026 to 16th May 2026.
Important Dates
- Deadline to Apply: 6th February 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: 20th February 2026
- Work Due at Yeiser Art Center By: 23rd March 2026, by 5pm
- Reception: 24th April 2026, 5–7pm
- Exhibition dates: 6th April 2026 — 16th May 2026
Awards
A total of $1,000 will be awarded between the best three works.
- $500 First Place
- $300 Second Place
- $200 Third Place
History
The Fantastic Fibers 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. Paducah becomes a Mecca for quilters and quilt enthusiasts each April as more than 30,000 visitors from across the globe attend AQS QuiltWeek. Fantastic Fibers adds another special element to QuiltWeek by exploring the broader field of textiles.
