Compete 38th Annual Materials Hard + Soft
Opportunity Description
International Deadline: December 1, 2024 – The Greater Denton Arts Council proudly presents the 38th annual International Materials: Hard + Soft Contemporary Craft & Conceptual Art Competition and Exhibition.
Recognized as one of the premier craft exhibitions in the country, Materials: Hard + Soft began in 1987 and was originally initiated by area artist Georgia Leach Gough. The exhibition celebrates the evolving field of contemporary craft and the remarkable creativity and innovation of artists who push the boundaries of their chosen media.
The 38th anniversary will be on display in the newly renovated Meadows Gallery from February 21st to May 2nd, 2025.
ELIGIBLE MEDIA
Local, national, and international artists are encouraged to apply. We invite artists to submit their innovative works that juxtapose concepts and materials in unique and thought-provoking ways.
Works produced in any of the craft media: clay, fiber, glass, metal, paper, wood, or any combination of craft media, and digital media are acceptable. Entries must be the complete work of the submitting artist. Kits or commercially designed works will not be accepted. All work must have been completed within the past three years (2022-2024) and not previously exhibited at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center.
All work must be ready for installation. Submissions are restricted to a weight limit of no more than 75 pounds.
JURORS
Past jurors have been selected from all across the U.S. from places like San Francisco, CA, Houston, TX, Pittsburg, PA, Brockton, MA, Los Angeles, CA, Athens, Georgia, Champaign, Chicago, and Dallas. The jurors for 2025 are being selected and will be announced shortly!
AWARDS
The Greater Denton Arts Council will provide Jurors Awards in the amounts of $1,000 for best in show and $300 for best in media. 8 pieces will be selected for best in media and there will be 1 best in the show.
ENTRY FEES
Each artist is limited to three (3) entries. There is a one time $35 (USD) non-refundable fee to submit the application.
APPLY ONLINE
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SALES
A 30% commission will be retained from all work sold during the exhibition. Works which are not for sale must be clearly marked as such (NFS).
DATES
- December 01, 2024 | Deadline for acceptance of online entry materials (by 11:59 PM)
- January 01, 2025 | Notification forms sent to all artists
- January 15, 2025 | Artist contracts are due
- January 16 – 30 , 2025 | Shipped and hand-delivered artwork due at the Arts Center. (No Sunday deliveries)
- February 21, 2025 | Opening Reception 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Award Ceremony 7:00 PM.
- February 21 – May 2, 2025 | Exhibition on view at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center
- May 5 – 19, 2025 | De-installation and return of artwork
About:
The Greater Denton Arts Council has served the Denton community for almost 50 years. The Arts Council provides foundational support for Denton’s artists and community arts organizations and collaborates frequently with area universities, the Denton Independent School District, and the City of Denton. The Arts Council presents a full schedule of programs and exhibitions in its flagship facility in historic downtown Denton, the Patterson-Appleton Center Arts Center.
Greater Denton Arts Council
Patterson-Appleton Arts Center
400 E. Hickory St.
Denton, TX. 76201
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