June 24, 2012
In conjunction with the Mark Adams exhibition, a symposium, Mark Adams: His Tapestry and Collaborators brings together some of Adams’ key collaborators in the tapestry process, contemporary tapestry artists, as well as the leading essayist from the soon to be published catalogue raisonné on his work, Mark Adams. Read more about the Mark Adams symposium.
July 1, 2012
The 9th, international, Unjuried Small Format Show sponsored by the American Tapestry Alliance will be held in Long Beach, California from July 7 – August 30, 2012. The exhibit Pacific Portals, will feature contemporary tapestries by established and emerging artists who are encouraged to experiment with technique and push boundaries as they weave within the 10 X 10 inch limitations in size. The exhibit will be hung at the Long Beach Public Library – Main Branch. Entry forms are due by January 15, 2012. Tapestries must be received by March 15, 2012.
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Entry form for Pacific Portals
July 15, 2012
Going International Deadline: July 15, 2012
The intertwining structure of the tapestry medium is reflected in the world wide web of communication between tapestry artists. The pioneering initiative of ITNET, websites like ATA’s and the Tapestry Facebook group, express vividly the powerful materiality of the medium, and the commitment of the artists who work in it. This is only one of the paradoxes that enliven the practice of tapestry as an art form. We invite submissions from tapestry practitioners around the world, overviews of the tapestry scene in different countries, and general ‘thought-pieces’ on contemporary tapestry as a worldwide phenomenon. Contact Theme Editor, email hidden; JavaScript is required.
July 20, 2012
Interested in meeting with tapestry weavers? Join this American Tapestry Alliance sponsored gathering to meet new, and old, friends and colleagues. Learn about regional tapestry groups, enjoy a slide show of tapestries, peruse our publications, and best of all, talk tapestry! Friday, July 20, 2012; 5:00 – 7:00 pm. Long Beach Convention Center. Room to be announced. A cash bar will be available. Open to all. No reservation is necessary. For more information, contact: email hidden; JavaScript is required
July 21, 2012
Join us for the American Tapestry Alliance’s Biennial Membership Meeting and Educational Forum. Held in conjunction with HGA’s Convergence. Saturday July 21st, 2012; 10:30 am – 1:30 pm; Convention Center, Long Beach, California. Room to be announced. Open to the public. Find out what’s new in ATA. Be inspired by Archie Brennan and Jean Pierre as they share insights into their tapestries and their careers. More information
A Digi Slam of contemporary tapestry will follow Brennan and Larochette’s talks. More information.
July 21, 2012
Study With The Masters!
Whether your ideas come with the force of crashing waves or percolate in an undercurrent of gentle motion, discover the expertise that Master Weavers Archie Brennan and Jean Pierre Larochette will impart during ATA’s 2012 Member’s Retreat. A confluence of ideas and inspiration will offer participants a rare opportunity to learn from and interact with each of these esteemed instructors. Don’t miss this opportunity to gather with old friends, meet new friends, and immerse yourself in an ocean of tapestry, creativity and fun. More information
September 1, 2012
This scholarship is for any American Tapestry Alliance member who wishes to pursue study in the field of tapestry weaving. Read more.
September 1, 2012
Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, ATA is now able to subsidize a limited number of memberships for new and emerging, young tapestry artists. Young is defined as no older than 30. Emerging artists are those who are in the early stage of their career, who have garnered some achievements, but not an extensive record of accomplishments. Read more.
September 19, 2012
Four speakers will play upon the dual political strings of art making and art exhibiting.
Textile Society of America 2012 Symposium
Washington, DC
September 19-22, 2012
October 1, 2012
Honoring Tradition, Inspiring Innovation Deadline: October 1, 2012
The tagline for ATA was the top choice by the membership of several suggestions. How does the phrase pinpoint what we are about? Are you excited by the roots of historical tapestry, or are you seeking the new, the untried in your tapestry pursuit? Send in your thoughts and photos please! Contact Theme Editor, email hidden; JavaScript is required
