Expressions of interest are currently are being accepted from emerging artists and established practitioners working in different disciplines who are interested in participating in the 1st Tamworth Textile Triennial. The Triennial will provide a forum to explore current issues and trends in textile practice in Australia.

The Tamworth Textile Triennial will be held in September 2011 and build on the tradition of the Tamworth Fibre Textile Biennials, showcasing the work of contemporary textile artists. There are few events in Australia that can demonstrate such a strong tradition of promoting and sustaining the unique cultural heritage associated with both the history and technology of textile practice.

Expressions of interest will be accepted from artists living and working in Australia. They are encouraged from artists working across a variety of disciplines and at various stages in their careers.

EOIs will be assess according to the following criteria:

– Innovation: This can include individual and/or collaborative projects (with other individuals or industry or technology-based, educational or community organisations).

– Demonstrated skills in realising concepts: This can include drawing, visual diary and collage book of ideas.
– Use of traditional and/or contemporary technologies.
– Demonstrated appreciation of craft traditions: Textile specific, but can include another craft discipline.
– Use of materials: Can include sustainable practice and processes.
– Use of colour and pattern.

The closing date for expressions of interest is Friday 30 July 2010.

Submissions will be assessed by a panel in August 2010 who will make an initial selection of artists and projects. Artists selected at this stage will then be invited to submit a detailed proposal in response to a theme to be determined by the curator.

Artists selected for the first Tamworth Textile Triennial will be advised by the end of November 2010.

For more information and to submit an expression of interest visit here.

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