Creative Expressions Competition

All are invited to showcase their creativity by exploring the journey from farm to fiber through fiber arts and visual depictions of fiber animals—including, but not limited to sheep, alpacas, Angora goats, and Angora rabbits—across both traditional and three-dimensional art forms.

Submissions are divided into three main categories, each with its own set of subcategories. All entries within each subcategory will be judged in two age divisions:

– Youth (17 and under)
– Adult (18 and over)

Categories for Submission

A. Traditional Fine Arts

  • Photography
    Black & white, color

  • Painting
    Oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache

  • Drawing
    Pencil, ink, charcoal, pastel

B. Three-Dimensional Arts

  • Sculpture
    Wood, metal, clay, stone, mixed media

  • Ceramics
    Functional pottery, sculptural works

  • Assemblage Art
    Found-object and upcycled sculpture

C. Textile & Fiber Arts

  • Hand-Weaving
    Scarves, blankets, wall hangings, wearable art

  • Felting
    Wet felting, needle felting—flat or sculptural

  • Knitting
    Garments, accessories, decorative pieces

  • Crocheting
    Garments, accessories, decorative pieces

  • Rug Hooking & Punch Needle
    Traditional or modern styles

    Please click on the link below for further information and submission guidelines. Applications will be accepted through July 31, 2025.