Open Space - Flight & Flow

(an Albuquerque Fiber Arts Exhibition) – Call for Entry

 

AFAC Call for Entry - Open Space

May 1, 2026 - June 1, 2026

Call for entry Deadline: June 1, 2026

 

EXHIBITION THEME

The exhibition, titled “Flight and Flow,” is an exploration of movement across open spaces. We are looking for works inspired by birds, insects, migration, wind, and the natural rhythms that shape our landscapes. Through fiber art, we will express the beauty of motion, the cycles of life, and the unseen currents that connect us all.

 

EXHIBITION SCHEDULE

August 8, 2026 - September 26, 2026 at Open Space Gallery and Visitor Center, 6500 Coors Blvd. NW, Albuquerque NM 87120

 

QUESTIONS?

If you have questions concerning this exhibition, please contact: info@abqfiberartscouncil.org

 

ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS

All fiber art disciplines will be considered (hand and machine knitting, crochet, basketry, weaving, felting, mixed media, wood and paper art, embroidery, quilting, beading, wearable art)

Wall hung (2D and 3D) and Freestanding artworks are eligible. No ceiling-hung artwork.

  • Pieces may not exceed 72” (6 ft) in height, width, or depth. There is NO minimum size.

  • All artwork must fit through a standard 34” doorway. 

  • Wall-hung pieces (2D and 3D) must hang without distortion. Traditional quilt sleeves, stretcher bars, framed or mounted work, and other hanging mechanisms are acceptable. 

 

IMAGE REQUIREMENTS

It is critical that submitted images be of the best possible quality: in focus, with clear details.

  • For each wall-hung 2D entry (depth is less than 2 inches), submit one full view front digital image. 

  • For each 3D artwork (wall-hung or freestanding), submit one overall front image and one image from another angle.  

  • Full-view images MUST show all the edges along with a small amount of background.  

  • Digital images must be saved as a high-quality JPEG or JPG file (No TIFF files). 

  • Finished images should be at least 2100 pixels on the longest side (no maximum).  

  • Label your image(s) with your name and title (first name-last name-title)(first name-Last name-title-image2) 

 

ELIGIBILITY / FEE


Artists must be a resident of New Mexico. The fee for entering is $20 for up to 2 pieces.

Entry form will be available May 1, 2026

IMORTANT DATES

  • May 1, 2026 - Online Entry Opens

  • June 1, 2026 - Online Entry Deadline at 7pm mountain time   

  • July 1, 2026 - Notification of acceptance via email

  • August 4, 2026, 1 PM to 5 PM - Art work to be delivered to Open Space (more details provided upon acceptance)

  • August 8, 2026 - Exhibition Opens

  • September 26, 2026 - End of Exhibition

  • September 29, 2026, 1 PM to 5 PM - Art will be availible for pic up at Open Space