Call for Artists: Fiber Hawaii

Hawaii Crafstmen is calling artists to participate in the juried Fiber Hawaii exhibit. Contributed photo

Hawaii Craftsmen News Release 

“Fiber Hawaiʻi” began as a biennial event in 1982. The Fiber Hawaii exhibit challenges artists to create works “In, Of or About Fiber.” Artists who work in any craft media are invited to consider making artwork with a fiber sensibility. 

Fiber and textile techniques may be thought of as an idea as well as a media. Past exhibits have included woven glass or clay, wood and metal as well as works in more traditional fiber media such as weavings, handmade paper, basketry, stitchery, quilts, batik, textile design, kapa. mixed media, wearable art and installation pieces are also eligible for entry.  

Exhibition Juror Marques Hanalei Marzan is a Hawaiian and Oceanic fibers culture bearer and contemporary visual artist born and raised in Kāne‘ohe, Hawaii. His skill, knowledge, and experience are highly acknowledged within his community where he serves as a mentor and advocate, promoting sustainable gathering practices, perpetuating Hawaiian fiber techniques, and instilling indigenous values in his students. 

Hawaii resident artists are encouraged to enter work in traditional or nontraditional fiber media with a fresh approach to using fiber materials or techniques. Entries in media other than fiber are welcome and will be judged from the perspective of a fiber theme. 

All entries must be of original design and created independently within the last two years. Work previously exhibited at the Downtown Art Center, or in any juried show on Oahu is ineligible. 

Fiber Hawaii Exhibition 2026 is June 5-27 at the Downtown Art Center, main gallery, at 1041 Nuʻuanu Ave, Honolulu HI. 

First Friday Reception is June 5, 6-8 p.m. Opening Reception and Award Ceremony is June 6, 6-8 p.m.

Registration opens April 12 and closes May 12 at midnight. Neighbor island jury by photo notification of acceptance is May 22. Deadline for neighbor island work to arrive at DAC is May 29. Entry day for all work to be delivered to DAC is May 31, 10 a.m-12 p.m. Jurying is May 31, 1-4 p.m. Return of work not accepted is May 31, 6-8 p.m. or June 1, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Visit www.hawaiicraftsmen.org for more information and to view the prospectus.