Something Was Said

Juror: Felicia Jordan

We invite you to submit your work for Something Was Said, an exhibition organized by Paper Chair Studios and The Eclectika, juried by Felicia Jordan. The title concept is open-ended to allow the artist to interpret how they choose.

Guidelines

• Open to DFW visual artists, 18 years old and older

• Can submit up to 3 works in any medium

• Artist statement, CV, and image list of submitted works

• Size of wall hanging work is limited to 48 inches wide × 60 inches high

• Sculptural works requiring a pedestal must comfortably fit within a 20 inch x 20inch area

• Installation works must be able to fit within a 48 inch by 48 inch area. Artists must provide clear install instructions, and may be asked to install installations.

• Artist must supply any necessary equipment for piece (ex. projector for video work)

Image/ File Requirements

• jpg/png for images and YouTube links for video

• Name file in the format “FirstName_LastName_Title”

• Each file no longer than 1200 pixels on long end and 300 DPI

• Artist statement, CV, and image list must be .doc or .pdf

Cost to submit

There is no cost to submit your work! But if you are able to, we will accept donations to help us continue our work. Donate here.

Exhibition Timeline

Applications open: Monday, October 19

Applications close: Monday, November 9

Artists Notified: Monday, November 16

Drop off work at Eclectika: Sunday, December 6 from 1-5pm

Opening: Saturday, December 12 from 6-10pm

Closing: Sunday, December 20 from 1-4pm

Pick Up at Eclectika: Sunday, December 20 from 4-6pm

Submission Form

About The Juror

Felicia Jordan is a multidisciplinary artist based in Dallas, Texas, whose work delves into the intricate relationships between the physical, emotional, and mental experiences that shape our lives. Born and raised in Dallas, she trained formally at the prestigious Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts before earning both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from the University of North Texas.

Jordan’s artistic practice is deeply rooted in storytelling and healing. Working across mediums that range from traditional carpentry and textile-based works to modern digital fabrication, she transforms personal trauma, memory, and collective loss into physical objects. Her pieces often reflect on universal human experiences and encourage viewers to encounter empathy and connection through shared hardship.

Her work has been featured in notable exhibitions, including the Texas Vignette Art Fair, Materials Hard and Soft, as well as New York Jewelry Week. In 2023, Jordan was recipient of a Nasher Sculpture Center Artist Grant, recognizing her compelling series Atlas Shrugged…And Walked Away — a large-scale mixed-media work that blends quilted textiles and narrative stitching to give voice to stories often unheard in broader cultural conversations.

Through her studio practice, exhibited work, Jordan continues to expand the boundaries of contemporary art, using craft, materiality, and lived experience to provoke thought, conversation, and healing.

About Paper Chair Studios

Paper Chair Studios is an artist-led non-profit based in Denton. In 2026 they established Back Door Residency at Greater Denton Arts Council, launched the Denton Halloween Artist Mentorship Program with the support of the City of Denton, and hosted Monster Art Rally, a beloved live art making event. Paper Chair is focused on advancing visual arts in North Texas by supporting artists with essential resources, guidance, platforms, and community.

Learn more at: https://www.paperchairstudios.org/

About The Eclectika