Open Call: Texture

A group Exhibition at William Scofield Gallery

William Scofield Gallery invites submissions of fiber and textile-based works for our exhibition, Texture. This juried exhibition invites contemporary fiber and textile artwork that explores surface, material, and tactile qualities. From subtle variations in stitch, weave, and fabric to richly layered and dimensional constructions, this exhibition highlights the many ways texture shapes visual experience. Highly textured surfaces are not required, but texture should play a meaningful role in the work.

Submission Guidelines:

Eligibility

  • Open to artist 18+ working in fiber, textile or fiber-adjacent media, natural materials.

  • Submitted work must be primarily fiber or textile-based, including (but not limited to) hand or machine stitching, quilting, weaving, felting ,soft sculpture, embroidery, mixed media, with strong fiber-based components.

  • Both 2D and 3D works are eligible.

  • Work must be original, created by the submitting artist and completed within the last five years.

  • Artwork must be ready to hang. This includes

    • Professional, plastic-coated picture wire, securely attached to the back (no sawtooth hangers)

    • A clean dust cover on the back for framed or mounted works.

    • Hoop embroidery must have a finish back (felt or fabric covering) if hoop does not have top hanger, it must include a secure hanging method.

    • Quilt must include hanging sleeve or professional handing system.

    • Artwork that does not meet these standards will not be accepted.

  • Work previous exhibited at William Scofield Gallery is not eligible.

  • Artists are responsible for shipping to and from gallery.

  1. Selection Criteria:

    • Artistic merit and originality

    • Technical skill and craftmanship

    • Strength of concept and intention

    • Suitability for gallery display

    • Relevance to exhibition theme

Entry Fee

  • Entry fee is $30

  • Early Bird discount code August2026 through August 31, 2026.

Sales and Commission

  • All artworks must be for sale during the exhibition

  • William Scofield Gallery retains a 40% commission on all work sold.

  • Artist will receive payment with 30 days of sale.

Delivery

  • Accepted artist are responsible for shipping of work, which must be received by November 14, 2026

  • Artist are also responsible for return shipping and must include a prepaid return label UPS or FEDEX is preferable.

  • Submission opens: August 10, 2026

  • Submission Deadline: September 27, 2026

  • Notification of Acceptance: October 5, 2026

  • Exhibition Dates: November 21, 2026— January 31 2027.

How to Submit

Click the submission link below to submit through Cafe for entry.

By submitting your work, you confirm that you have read and agree to the above terms.

Call Opens August 10, 2026