Juried Exhibitions & Competitions / Verified 10 September 2026
The 40th International Materials: Hard + Soft competition, organized by Greater Denton Arts Council, accepts craft and digital media work from local, national, and international artists. Entry is $35, with deadlines October 10, 2026. Selected works exhibit at Meadows Gallery in Denton, Texas from February 26 through May 8, 2027; awards total $5,800 across six prizes.
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Deadline. October 10, 2026
“October 10, 2026 by 11:59 PM Central Time. Notification of acceptance/denial by November 9, 2026. Artist contracts due November 28, 2026. Artwork delivery January 5–9, 2027.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $35 to apply
“$35 entry”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. 2 x $1,000 Juror's Choice + 4 x $450 named awards; exhibition at Meadows Gallery, Patterson-Appleton Arts Center Feb 26-May 8 2027
“Juror's Choice Awards ($1,000 each, two awarded); Best Quality Craftsmanship, Best in New Media, Most Innovative Use of Materials, and The Storyteller awards ($450 each). 30% commission retained on sales. No housing, studio, or travel support stated.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. Exhibition runs February 26 – May 8, 2027.
Who can apply. Local, national, and international artists are encouraged to apply. No stated restrictions by career stage, nationality, or residency.
How they choose. Juried
“Jurors selected from across the U.S.; past jurors from San Francisco, Houston, Pittsburgh, Brockton, Los Angeles, Athens GA, Champaign, Chicago, Denton, and Dallas. Independent juror selections for awards.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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