Exhibits and Awards
Convergence® is a highly anticipated, biennial opportunity to view hundreds of juried fiber art in a variety of exhibition settings.
Juried Exhibits
A prospectus for each exhibit including description, requirements, juror, entry fees and deadlines will be published in the Spring of 2019. As always, entry fees for HGA individual, family, and professional artist members are discounted. Students with proof of enrollment at an accredited institution will receive complimentary entry.
- Seasons of the Smokies, Wearable Art
- Dogwood to Kudzu, Basketry
- Vistas along the Appalachian Trail, Yardage
- Symphony of the Mountains, Mixed Media
Invitational Exhibits
- Leaders
- Interns
Awards
- Cash prizes provided by HGA include: First Place ($300) through Honorable Mention ($50) for awards totaling $650+.
- Additional Honors and/or cash prizes may be sponsored by individuals or groups.
- Winning pieces will be published in Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot magazine.
- Winning pieces will be featured on HGA's Instagram and Facebook.
February 5, 2020 - Symphony of the Mountains, Mixed Media
February 12, 2020 - Vistas along the Appalachian Trail, Yardage
February 26, 2020 - Seasons of the Smokies, Wearable Art
March 4, 2020 - Dogwood to Kudzu, Basketry
Sponsor a Cash Prize
To sponsor a cash prize contact Exhibits@WeaveSpinDye.org
Download Prospectus
- Seasons of the Smokies, Wearable Art
- Dogwood to Kudzu, Basketry
- Vistas along the Appalachian Trail, Yardage
- Symphony of the Mountains, Mixed Media