Theme: On the Edge
“On the Edge” immediately conjures up the idea of edged implements such as draw knives, swords, axes, etc. While we expect a number of edged utilitarian submissions, we also encourage makers to think conceptually with entries of sculptural objects playing with the concepts of being on the edge, balanced vs unbalanced, and so on. As always, you can take the theme in many different directions. What is your interpretation of the theme?
Deadline: August 1, 2025
Guidelines:
- Use the online form to submit your info and images for the current exhibition theme.
- Work should be at least 50% forged in the case of sculpture or other works. Blades, axes, etc., are expected to be forged (not stock removal).
- If you wish to submit more than one (1) entry, please submit each entry separately.
- This is open to everyone! ABANA membership is not required.
- Selected works will be exhibited as part of the online group show. (This means not all submissions will be selected.)
- We will also post a good number of submitted pieces on social media. (Again, this means that not all submissions will be posted.)
- The online exhibition will run from September 1 through December 31, 2025.
By submitting your work, you are granting permission for us to post your submission on any of our platforms, including, but not limited to, our website, our publications, and on social media. Credit will be given as listed on the form.
If you have any questions, send us an email.
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Making Waves: Submissions accepted August 2 through November 1, 2025
Exhibition: December 1, 2025 – April 1, 2026
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Call for Entries
ABANA Featured Forgings Online Exhibition:
On the Edge
Submitted images should be in focus, free of clutter, and well composed. Think beyond resting the item on an anvil or open palm. Pay attention to what is present in the background – a sheet or blanket can make a suitable background. Leave some breathing room around the object – cropping too closely limits how the photos can be used. If you took the picture with your phone, look at it on a larger screen first to ensure it is not fuzzy or pixelated. Images that are of poor quality may not be shown. Professionally photographed items are welcome, but please list the photographer’s name in the description box so we can give credit. Poor quality images may not be included.