Compete Lyrical Jewelry Art
Opportunity Description
U.S. National Deadline: August 26, 2026 – Lyrical Jewelry is a juried exhibition exploring the connection between music and wearable art jewelry. Presented by The Jeweler’s Saw Co-op in partnership with Art for the People Gallery (AFTPG), this national open call invites jewelry artists to submit work inspired by a favorite song lyric.
Artists are encouraged to interpret the theme broadly. A lyric may become a starting point for a material choice, a formal structure, a personal memory, a political statement, a love letter, a moment of grief, a celebration, or something entirely unexpected. The work does not need to illustrate the lyrics literally. Instead, we are interested in how jewelry can hold sound, story, emotion, and meaning in physical form.
Exhibition Dates: October 2nd – 30th, 2026. Selected works will be exhibited at Art for the People Gallery in Austin, Texas.
ELIGIBILITY
The exhibition is open to artists at different stages of their careers, including students, emerging artists, and established makers.
This exhibition welcomes wearable work with a retail value of $5000 or less. We will accept work in a wide range of materials and approaches, including traditional metalsmithing, enamel, fiber, found objects, mixed media, and experimental contemporary jewelry. All submissions must be wearable, meaning they are able to fit some part of the human form without harm to the wearer.
AWARDS
There will be 3 cash prizes awarded: Best of Show ($500), People’s Choice ($400) and Best Student Work ($300).
APPLICATION – No Fee
Full guidelines and submission instructions are available online. Submission link will be available on July 11th.
SALES
All selected works must be available for sale at AFTPG during the exhibition. Artists receive 50% of the retail sale price for all works sold.
If you have any questions or trouble submitting, reach out to Gina McCool at info@thejewelerssaw.org or 512-774-4663
About:
Art for the People Gallery is more than a gallery – we’re a community that celebrates imagination, connection, and the power of local creativity. For over 10 years, we’ve showcased the work of hundreds of Austin-area artists, featuring a vibrant mix of original art and finely crafted artisan goods. We pride ourselves on offering quality art at prices affordable to all collectors.
Art for the People Gallery
2801 S I-35 Frontage Rd #130
Austin, TX 78741
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