Jurors' Talks

Join our jurors as they provide insights into the artwork featured in each of these exhibits. Photos of all exhibited artwork will be available for viewing online.

The Juror's Talk will be conducted via HGA's Zoom platform. Registration for the live event will close at 1:00 PM ET. All registrants and anyone who registers after registration closes for the live event will receive access to an "on demand" recording of the juror's talk. A link will be emailed 24 hours after the juror's talk has ended.

Members, when registering you must first login to your account or you will not receive the member rate.

We Are Really Not that Different by Loren Batt
We Are Really Not that Different by Loren Batt
Gone with the Wind by Laurie Carlson Steger and Norma Smayda
Gone with the Wind by Laurie Carlson Steger and Norma Smayda
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Explorers of Wind, Wagons, and Wheat 2024 Mixed Media Exhibit

Join Juror Jean Ann Fausser as she discusses the diversity in technique, theme, materials, technologies and color use on display and the exploratory approach taken by many of the artists chosen in this exhibit of mixed media artworks. Produced by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. (HGA), the Explorers of Wind, Wagons, and Wheat exhibit and juror's talk took place at the 2024 Convergence® conference held July 2024 in Wichita, Kansas.

The Juror's Talk will be conducted via HGA's Zoom platform and will take place on Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 2 - 3 pm ET. Registration for the live event will close at 1:00 PM ET. All registrants and anyone who registers after registration closes for the live event will receive access to an "on demand" recording of the juror's talk. A link will be emailed 24 hours after the juror's talk has ended.

Registration Fee: 

$10 - HGA Student, Individual, Household, & Professional Artist Members
$15 - All Others
Members, when registering, you must first login to My Account or you will not receive the Member rate.
Dancing Blanket by Dawn Ahlert
Dancing Blanket by Dawn Ahlert
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Sunflowers to Sunsets 2024 Wearable Art Exhibit

Poised at the junction of art, craft and fashion, artwear has both challenged and blurred cultural boundaries as works of art made to adorn the body. Take a virtual walk through the wearable art exhibit with Juror Susan Lazear as she discusses the impact that color, design, fabric, and construction have in creating designer show pieces. Produced by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. (HGA), the Sunflowers to Sunsets exhibit sponsored by Suzoo's Wool Works at the Sheepwalk Ranch and juror's talk took place at the 2024 Convergence® conference held July 2024 in Wichita, Kansas.
The Juror's Talk will be conducted via HGA's Zoom platform on Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET. Registration for the live event will close at 1:00 PM ET. All registrants and anyone who registers after registration closes for the live event will receive access to an "on demand" recording of the juror's talk. A link will be emailed 24 hours after the juror's talk has ended.
Registration Fees:

$15 - HGA Student, Individual, Household, & Professional Artist Members
$25 - All Others
Members, when registering, you must first login to My Account or you will not receive the Member rate.
Seeking the Sun (Detail) by Teresa Edmisten
Seeking the Sun (Detail) by Teresa Edmisten
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Limitless Prairies, Limitless Sky 2024 Yardage Exhibit

Look through the eyes of Juror Denise Kovnat as she talks about the craftsmanship and technical abilities fiber artists convey in this yardage exhibit of hanging works that focus on drawing the viewer towards visual, emotional, or intellectual responses. Produced by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. (HGA), the Limitless Prairies, Limitless Sky exhibit took place at the 2024 Convergence® conference held July 2024 in Wichita, Kansas.

The Juror's Talk will be conducted via HGA's Zoom platform and will take place on Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 2 - 3 pm ET. Registration for the live event will close at 1:00 PM ET. All registrants and anyone who registers after registration closes for the live event will receive access to an "on demand" recording of the juror's talk. A link will be emailed 24 hours after the juror's talk has ended.

Registration Fee:  

$10 - HGA Student, Individual, Household, & Professional Artist Members
$15 - All Others
Members, when registering, you must first login to My Account or you will not receive the Member rate.
Tempestuous by Claudia Mullek
Tempestuous by Claudia Mullek
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Whirlwind of Fibers 2024 Basketry Exhibit

Juror Annetta Kraayeveld will describe the artwork in the basketry exhibit through their form, technique, material and/or function noting the relationship between old and new, between functional and sculptural, and showcasing the evolution of the medium and the ever-expanding definition of the term "basket". Produced by the Handweavers Guild of America, Inc. (HGA), the Whirlwind of Fibers exhibit and juror's talk took place at the 2024 Convergence® conference held July 2024 in Wichita, Kansas.

The Juror's Talk will be conducted via HGA's Zoom platform and will take place on Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 2 - 3 pm ET. Registration for the live event will close at 1:00 PM ET. All registrants and anyone who registers after registration closes for the live event will receive access to an "on demand" recording of the juror's talk. A link will be emailed 24 hours after the juror's talk has ended.

Registration Fee: 

$10 - HGA Student, Individual, Household, & Professional Artist Members
$15 - All Others
Members, when registering, you must first login to My Account or you will not receive the Member rate.
We Are Really Not that Different by Loren Batt
We Are Really Not that Different by Loren Batt
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Small Expressions 2025 Juror's Talk

Small Expressions is an annual juried exhibition showcasing contemporary small-scale works (not to exceed 15 inches in any direction) using fiber techniques in any media. Small in scale but visually compelling, HGA’s Small Expressions exhibit features work that speaks to the intricacy of expression, intimacy of design, thoughtful communication, and visual excitement. The artists in this exhibit create a big impact through small pieces.
The Juror's Talk will be conducted via HGA's Zoom platform and will take place on Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 2 - 3:30 PM ET. Registration for the live event will close at 1:00 PM ET. All registrants and anyone who registers after registration closes for the live event will receive access to an "on demand" recording of the juror's talk. A link will be emailed 24 hours after the juror's talk has ended.
Registration Fee: 
$15 - HGA Student, Individual, Household, & Professional Artist Members
$25 - All Others
Members, when registering, you must first login to My Account or you will not receive the Member rate.

For more information about entering or booking an exhibit call (678) 730-0010 or email Programs@WeaveSpinDye.org.