FIBERWORKS2026

108|Contemporary is thrilled to present FIBERWORKS 2026, Fiber Artists of Oklahoma‘s member juried exhibition. On view June 5 – July 25, 2026 this exhibition provides Oklahoma fiber artists an opportunity to showcase their work from traditional crafts to innovative art. This eclectic show honors quality workmanship and original design. The exhibit also educates the public about the many facets of fiber artistry by presenting a wide range of media, techniques and traditions. This year’s exhibition is juried by Astrid Bennett. Exhibition Opening: Friday, June 5, 2026 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm About juror Astrid Bennett: Trained as a printmaker, my interest in fiber art and “making things” began in childhood. I was a born in Germany, emigrated to Canada and then the US, as a preschooler. I have a family heritage in music, printmaking, as well as business. I received my BFA in printmaking from Indiana University and have exhibited and taught at various locations throughout the country. I’ve also been a cultural and small business advocate, serving as longtime manager, marketing director & co-owner of Iowa Artisans Gallery in Iowa City. I also currently serve as Board Co-Chair of the international contemporary textile nonprofit, Surface Design Association. FIBERWORKS is a featured exhibition in Handwork 2026: Celebrating American Craft presented by Craft in America. FIBERWORKS2026 Artists: Marilyn Artus, Denise Bell, Angela Browning, Patti Bucklin, Summer Colby, Shannon Conley, Brenda Esslinger, Jean Ann Fausser, Cassidy Frye, Suzy Gammill, Sally C. Garner, Irmgard Geul, Micah Hamilton, Janet Hoeltzel, Pamela Husky, Rachel Janssen, Paula Klaassen, Darci Lenker, Martha McQuaid, Molly Murphy Adams, Brandy Musgrave, Lela O’Dell, Nita Owen-Roche, Elizabeth Richards, Sarah Robl, Donna Savage, Angela Sparkman, Agnes Stadler, Em Thomas, Sean Tyler, Janis Updike Walker, Lola Webb, Treka Wenner, Becky Young, Lee Ann Zeigler FIBERWORKS2026 Award Winners: Best in Show Award – Sponsored by Fiber Artists of Oklahoma: Cassidy Frye, “Better Half” Juror’s Choice Award – Sponsored by 108|Contemporary: Summer Colby, “It’s Just Fibromyalgia, You’re Fine” Best Quilt Award – Sponsored by Earl Miller: Janet Hoeltzel, “Lovers’ Concerto XO” Best Not for Sale Award – Sponsored by James E. Weaver: Marilyn Artus, “Not Surprisingly, Her Ideas Would Have Made a Difference” HGA Award – Sponsored by Handweavers Guild of America: Lee Ann Zeigler, “Speck Variation #3 Table Runner” Awards of Merit: Sean Tyler, “None of My Clothes Fit” Rachel Janssen, “Vibrant Conversation” Janis Updike Walker, “Deja Vu” Treka Wenner, “Kurenai” June 13 Molly Murphy Adams | Beading and Embroidery on paper June 27 Gayle Williams | Gelli Plate July 11 Sally Garner | Sculptural Basketry July 18 Sarah Robl | Wrapped Cording Sculpture July 25 Sean Tyler | Weaving June 10 Molly Murphy Adams | Needle Applique Sheryl Miller | Collage June 17 Craft Circle: Free and open to the public during FIBERWORKS Angie Sparkman | Fabric Coils & Couching Deborah Kingsbury | Weaving in the Round June 24 Gayle Williams | Gelli Plate Jolie Hossack | Stitched Collage July 1 Sean Tyler | Simple Weaving Deborah Kingsbury | Weaving in the Round July 8 Treka Wenner | Wet Felting Suzy Gammill | Needle Felting July 15 Craft Circle: Free and open to the public during FIBERWORKS Sally Garner | Weaving Jen Boyd Martin | Crochet July 22 Jennifer Deal | Stitched Notebook 108 Staff | Embroidery Watch the exhibition virtual tour below