Event Link: https://www.reddoorgallerywahpeton.com/call-for-worksartists.html

Fee: Free, Membership Fees are Waived for this Exhibition

Date of Exhibition: September 30 – October 25, 2025

Deadline for Submissions: September 19, 2024

Deadline for Arrival of Art: September 27, 2024

Artists’ Reception: TBD, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

We are currently looking for works that involve Fiber Arts. They may include but are not limited to: basketry, beadwork, braiding, clothing design, crochet, fiber dyeing, embroidery, wool felting, rug hooking, knitting, lacework, mixed media, needlework, paper, quilting, sculpture, sewing, spinning, surface design, textile design, and weaving.

This is an open call for all fiber artists who currently reside in North Dakota, Minnesota, or South Dakota, or have called Wahpeton ND or Breckenridge MN their home town.

• New artists must submit an Artists Biography along with works.

• Artists may submit a maximum of 3 pieces.

• Only submit original works; no commercially produced pieces will be accepted. Works created by a commercially produced pattern or book will not be accepted. We ask that any quilts or fiber wall art have a maximum circumference of 200 inches.

• All pieces must be complete and ready for hanging by the specified guidelines upon arrival. No unfinished works will be accepted for the show. Works may be framed or mounted on a stretcher frame, or must have a hanging sleeve on the back of the piece.

• All works must include the following information: Title, Medium, Year Completed, Brief Description, Dimensions, and Price.

• We encourage works that are for sale but will accept no more than one piece per artist for display only. When a total of 5 display only pieces are submitted, no others will be accepted.

• Works for sale must be priced with the understanding that the Red Door Art Gallery does take a 30% commission on all sales. The commission must be included in your price. Include a detailed and clear inventory of all works for our records.

• All works will be reviewed by the Collections Committee. The gallery does reserve the right to exclude any artwork that does not meet the standards set by the gallery’s Collections Committee.

• RDAG reserves the curatorial discretion for all placement, lighting, display, and all other aspects of the exhibition of works.

• Artist Contract and Consignment Agreement must be signed before art will be accepted or exhibited.

To Submit: Please send images and descriptions of work to: director@reddoorgallerywahpeton.com

Artists are responsible for the delivery and/or shipping costs to and from the Red Door. If work is shipped, a reusable container must be used. RDAG is not responsible for damage during the shipment for any reason. Artist must pay return shipping costs in advance of mailing. No post office boxes will be accepted for return shipments.

For more information contact the Gallery at (701) 591-1010 or director@reddoorgallerywahpeton.com

Event Link: https://www.artofthelakes.org/education.html

FEE: $35/$40 Member/Non-Member
$30/$35 Early Bird Member/Non-Member (by July 25) 

Slow Stitching: The Relaxing World of Hand Sewing with Kim Graff
August 8 & 15, 10-12 noon

Yearning for a break from the fast-paced, digital world we live in? In a world where everything seems to be rushing by, there's a charming and therapeutic escape waiting for you in the form of slow stitching. 

Why Slow Stitching?
1.    Mindful Relaxation: Slow stitching is a form of mindfulness. When you're engaged in this gentle activity, your mind calms down, and you become fully immersed in the present moment. It's like a mini vacation for your brain!
2.    Creativity Unleashed: With slow stitching, you have the freedom to let your creativity flow. You can design your projects, choose fabrics, and experiment with different stitches to create unique and personalized items.
3.    Connection to Tradition: Slow stitching has a rich history. It connects you to generations of crafters who used hand sewing to mend, embellish, and create. It's a beautiful way to carry forward a timeless tradition.
4.    Sustainability: In a world of fast fashion and disposable goods, slow stitching promotes sustainability. By repairing and upcycling textiles, you can reduce waste and contribute to an eco-friendlier lifestyle.

Attendees should bring fabric scraps of interest, sewing needles & scissors.