Fairfield Art Association opens format for Membership Exhibit

The Fairfield Art Association announced a new exhibit format and is changing up its several year practice of showcasing just "canvas art works" in its upcoming 2022 annual Membership Exhibit.

The 56 year old organization is going back this year to its tradition of inviting artists to submit art works in any medium. This means jewelers, sculptors, photographers, fiber artists, painters in any media, potters and those working in mixed media or drawing are encouraged to participate.

Also a change this year is up to three entries per artist can be submitted and as usual the art must be new. Wall hanging pieces can be any size up to 24 inches wide or tall and ready to hang.

Delivery of art begins Jan. 17 and continues through Jan. 31, to the FAA studio in the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, Monday-Friday between 1-5 p.m. Any special arrangement contact suzan1252@aol.com

The Membership Exhibit will open to the public on Friday Feb. 4 in the Main Gallery of the FA&CC from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in conjunction with Fairfield's First Fridays.

A membership event will be planned for the exhibiting artists, members and guests, with cash art awards, "Public's Favorite Vote Award" and artist's critique later in March.

Since FAA is not providing canvases this year, there will be no entry fee for artists, but FAA membership is required.

There are six basic adult categories to join in, from individual/artists, family, friend, business, patron and benefactor. The FAA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Memberships support classes, exhibits, public art projects and many events for all ages.

"With the many artists in Southeast Iowa practicing their individual art forms, this could be a surprisingly huge exhibit. Entry forms are available in the FAA studio and can be also be requested from suzan1252@aol.com " FAA Volunteer Director Suzan Kessel said.