Art Exhibits
fiber art show
The 3rd annual Fiber Art Show will be held June 5th (10-5pm) and June 6th (noon-5pm) at The 577 Foundation in Perrysburg, OH. It is presented by the Perrysburg Area Arts Council and is a showcase of innovative uses of fiber media that include (but are not limited to) art quilts, needle arts, wearable art, experimental fiber, textile collage and weaving.
In addition to a juried art exhibit, the Fiber Art Show is a two-day celebration of all things fiber related and fun for the whole family! Here are some of the highlights:
• Large selection of juried fiber art - over 70 pieces!
• Live music from a variety of musicians
• Children’s Arts and Crafts activities
• Artisan Demonstrations of all kinds
• Animals such as alpacas, llamas, and angora rabbits
• Sheep-to-Shawl demonstration
• Public exhibit after the show for entire month of June
• Fiber-related art workshop weekend (June 26-27).
Musical Entertainment
Saturday:
12:30-2:00: Tim Oehlers, acoustic guitar
2:30-4:00: Dan and Don, folk/rock duo
Sunday:
12:30-2:00: Kerry Clark, acoustic guitar
2:30-4:00: Tapestry, harp and guitar
Demonstrations & Exhibits
Sheep-to-Shawl Demonstration
Toledo Area Weavers Guild
(Saturday only)
Spinning and Fiber Prep
Rhonda Mokri,
Fiber-Smith Farm
Leah Mokri-Seger, spinster
(Saturday & Sunday)
Alpacas and Llamas
Stoney Creek Alpacas and Llamas
(Saturday & Sunday)
Fabric Murals
River Crossings Day Hab program (Josina Lott)
(Saturday & Sunday)
Natural Dyeing
Susan Cayton, 5 Point Studio
(Sunday only)
Angora Rabbits on display
Jan Vanden Hoot, Critterville Woolery
(Sunday only)
Knot-Tying Demonstrations
Dave Cook
(Sunday only)
How to Enter
The entry deadline for the 2010 Fiber Art Show has passed.
Participate
There are several different ways you can help participate in the Fiber Art show. Please contact the PAAC office at 419-873-2787 or perrysburgarts@bex.net if you are interested.
Become a Sponsor
We are looking for sponsors to help defray some of the costs associated with putting on a high quality event such as the Fiber Art show. We have a wide range of opportunities available.
Sponsorship Application »Purchase an Ad
We offer several different options for businesses or individuals who would like to advertise in the show brochure. Over 1000 brochures were printed last year.
Ad Application »Promote the Show
We are always looking for people to help spread the word about entering or attending our show. Do you belong to a group or guild that might be interested? Perhaps you have a fiber-related store or business? Feel free to distribute our entry forms or show brochures (printed copies or via email).
Demonstrate your Craft
Would you like to demonstrate a fiber-related craft during the event?
Demonstrator Application »Volunteer your Time
Contact the PAAC office if you are interested in becoming a volunteer before or during this event. We have many different opportunities available.
