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title: "The 2026 13th Annual International FL3TCH3R Exhibit: Socially and Politically Engaged Art"
description: International juried exhibition at Fischman Gallery, Johnson City, TN for socially and politically engaged art. Over $2,000 in awards; open to artists 18+ worldwide.
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status: closed
createdAt: "2026-05-28"
updatedAt: "2026-09-29"
programType: Exhibition
organization: "The FL3TCH3R International Exhibit: Socially and Politically Engaged Art"
organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/the-fl3tch3r-international-exhibit-socially-and-politically-engaged-art
deadline: "2026-06-23"
entryFee: 40 USD
location: Fischman Gallery, Johnson City, TN, United States
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compensationRange: More than $2,000 in awards
disciplines:
  - ceramics
  - digital art
  - fiber
  - glass
  - graphic design
  - jewelry
  - mixed media
  - painting
  - performance
  - photography
  - printmaking
  - sculpture
  - sound
  - video
---

# The 2026 13th Annual International FL3TCH3R Exhibit: Socially and Politically Engaged Art

**Hosted by:** The FL3TCH3R International Exhibit: Socially and Politically Engaged Art

**Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** Fischman Gallery, Johnson City, TN, United States | **Deadline:** June 23, 2026 | **Entry fee:** $40

## About This Program

> "Socially and Politically Engaged Art"

The 13th Annual FL3TCH3R Exhibit is an international juried exhibition in memory of artist and designer Fletcher H. Dyer, hosted at Fischman Gallery in downtown Johnson City, TN from August 7 to September 27, 2026. There is no specific theme — work should reflect current issues that affect contemporary culture and investigate societal and political concerns. Diverse media and approaches are encouraged. More than $2,000 in awards will be granted, partially funding the Fletcher Hancock Dyer Memorial Scholarship. Eligible categories include ceramics, digital, fiber, glass, graphic design, jewelry/metals, mixed media (2D and 3D), painting, performance/installation via video, photography, printmaking, sculpture, sound/audio, and video/film. A special category exists for Medical/Healthcare Professionals. Work must not exceed 5 ft. wide and preferably weighs under 30 lbs. All accepted artists must agree to allow images to be included in the online archived catalog.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** International
- **Disciplines:** ceramics, digital art, fiber, glass, graphic design, jewelry, mixed media, painting, performance, photography, printmaking, sculpture, sound, video
- **Age Requirements:** 18+ years old
- **Note:** Open to all artists and designers 18 years of age and older residing in the United States or any other country, as long as entry fee is paid in USD. All work must be original. Medical/Healthcare Professionals may designate their eligibility for a special category award.

### Additional Requirements

Digital images only, submitted online, via email, or USPS (CD or memory device). 1 to 20 pieces per entry; only one entry per artist. Max file size 50MB per image. Accepted file types: GIF, JPG, MOV, MP3, MP4, PDF, PNG, TIFF. For each piece provide: brief piece description (400-char limit in online field plus extended statement field), dimensions in H x W x D (inches), material/category, price, and year. Resume/CV optional. Video art must be in .mov format, not exceeding 15 minutes running time and 1000MB. Work must not exceed 5 ft. wide; preferably under 30 lbs. If entry is a collaboration, list all names to be credited. Standard online entry fee: $40 for up to 3 pieces, $10 per additional piece. Extended deadline (June 24–30) fee: $45 for up to 3 pieces. Email/USPS entries: $50 for up to 3 pieces.

## Compensation & Benefits

More than $2,000 in awards

**Includes:** Prize

Awards total more than $2,000. A portion of proceeds funds the Fletcher Hancock Dyer Memorial Scholarship for an Art and Design student.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** May 28, 2026
- **Deadline:** June 23, 2026
- **Program Start:** August 7, 2026
- **Program End:** September 27, 2026

## How to Apply