Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 2 September 2026
AiA Fiber Arts Show 2026 is a juried exhibition in Salem, OR with entry fees of $30–$40 (or $20 for students under 26). Deadline is October 14, 2026. Monetary prizes and ribbons awarded in categories including Best of Show, Best Original Design, Best Wearable, and Best Use of Color. Open to Oregon visual artists; fiber work includes textiles, quilting, weaving, and related techniques, with an optional fashion show component requiring in-person participation.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. October 14, 2026
“October 14, 2026, 12:00 AM PDT (11:00 pm for fashion show submissions same date)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $30 to apply
“$30 for AiA members, $40 for non-members, $20 for students (up to age 25)”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
What you get. Ribbons and monetary prizes for Best of Show, Best Original Design, Best Wearable, Best Use of Unconventional Material, Best Use of Color, M
How long. Exhibition runs November 6-28, 2026
Who can apply. All Oregon visual artists; AiA membership not required. Students up to age 25 eligible at reduced fee. Fashion show participants must be able to deliver/pick up work in Salem and wear their outfits to opening reception.
“All Oregon visual artists”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How they choose. Juried
“Juried by fiber artist Linda Jacobson. Awards: Best of Show, Best Original Design, Best Wearable, Best Use of Unconventional Material, Best Use of Color, Most Functional Non-wearable, Honorable Mention, and People's Choice Award (gallery ballots). Fashion show judged on creativity/imagination, quali”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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