To pay homage to the iconic movie star James Dean, The Quilters Hall of Fame (TQHF) is calling for mini-quilts that reflect James Dean and/or the car culture of the 1950s. Entries will be juried, those chosen will be showcased in an exhibit at The Quilters Hall of Fame in Marion, Indiana or in the James Dean Museum in Fairmount, Indiana. Participating quilts will be eligible to win a cash award. Cash awards will be awarded at a Meet the Artists reception on October 19. Awards for artists that are not able to attend will be mailed after that date. The quilts will be judged by Hoosier artist Barbara Triscari.
Timeline:
- August 31: Entries must be submitted on TQHF website.
- September 3: Entries chosen for the exhibit will be notified by email.
- September 20: Quilts must arrive at TQHF.
- September 24: Exhibit opens.
- September 27-29 James Dean Festival in Fairmount, IN.
- October 19: Meet the Artists Reception, 2:00 – 4:00
- December 14: Exhibit closes.
- January 17: Quilts will be returned by January 17.
- Entries must fit the definition of an art quilt as defined by SAQA: “a creative visual work that is layered and stitched or that references this form of stitched layered structure.” Any embellishments must not be fragile, must be securely attached, and must be unable to penetrate the mailing envelope, or to damage other quilts when stacked. No glitter.
- Size of quilt must be 18” x 18”.
- Entry fee: Up to two quilts may be submitted for $45. $40 for members of TQHF (enter coupon code MEMBER)
- Required for each entry please upload a pdf file containing: the title, artist’s name, contact information, an insurance value, an artist’s statement (up to 1,000 characters) Your artist’s statement could include techniques, materials and/or inspiration. Your work will be insured for value of materials unless you have a professional appraisal.
- Also required for each entry please upload photo(s) of your entry. Make sure photos are high quality and represent your work well. By submitting an entry, you give permission for TQHF to publish your photos for promotions. Up to four photos may be submitted. If you would like to submit more than four photos email us at [email protected].
- If chosen for the exhibit, your quilt must have a 4” hanging sleeve and a label bearing the title, maker’s name and contact information. TQHF will pay the return shipping fee. In person drop offs will be accepted during museum hours, Tuesday – Saturday, 10am – 4pm at 926 S Washington Street, Marion, IN.
