December 2025 - Homemade, Handmade, the Natural

Description

Call to Artists: Fiber Arts Exhibition
“Homemade, Handmade, the Natural: The Transformative Nature of Fiber Art"
On Display at The Brick: December 5 - January 3
Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) invites local, regional, and national artists to submit works for our upcoming juried exhibition Homemade, Handmade, the Natural: The Transformative Nature of Fiber Art, organized and curated by David Campo III.
About the Exhibit:
This exhibition will showcase the versatility and beauty of fiber art in both functional and non-functional forms. We are seeking 2D and 3D works created with fiber, fabrics, and filaments — whether rooted in tradition or pushing the boundaries of innovation.
Guest Curator: David Campo III
Eligibility & Mediums:
Open to artists working in all fiber-based media, including but not limited to weaving, quilting, embroidery, felt, mixed media, sculpture, installation, and experimental fiber processes.
Special Programming:
To deepen the impact of this exhibition, MCA encourages participating artists to share their knowledge with the community. Selected artists may be invited to lead a workshop, demonstration, or artist talk during the exhibition.
Submission Guidelines:

Entries are to be submitted digitally to https://decfiberarts2025.artcall.org/ no later than midnight on Monday, November 10, 2025. No physical or mailed submissions will be accepted. Artists must follow the online application process.
Each artist may submit three (3) pieces for consideration. All work must be original; no giclee or reproductions. Only entries which adhere to the theme will be accepted. Suggested size per piece is up to 50“in any direction. Other restrictions apply. Please read our complete Submission Guidelines on the next page before entering!
Entry fee is $20 for one (1) piece, $35 for two (2) or $50 for three (3)

All work that is shown must be for sale, split 70% to the artist and 30% to MCA. MCA’s proceeds help further our mission to Champion, Convene and Create opportunities for the arts in Ocala/Marion.
Important Dates:

Entry Deadline: November 10, 2025 (by 11:59pm)
Exhibit Drop Off: November 28 & 29 (11am–4pm) & December 1 (10am–4pm)
Exhibition Dates: December 5, 2025 – January 3, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, December 5 (5–7pm)
Exhibit Pick Up: January 3, 2026 (11am–4pm)

Visit www.mcaocala.org/calls-to-artists to download the full Call to Artists and Exhibit Guidelines.

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