Fort Worth’s own artistic community will be represented at the upcoming Texas Vignette Art Fair, an all‑women showcase that returns to Dallas this October. Of the 60 artists chosen statewide, nine hail from Tarrant County, highlighting the region’s growing talent in printmaking, photography, sculpture and other mediums.
Local Artists Selected
Printmaker and photographer Casey Leone, a 34‑year‑old Fort Worthian, expressed enthusiasm for the fair’s focus on women and Texas art. “It just brings together so many amazing people that selfishly, I would have never met outside of doing the vignette,” Leone said, noting that this will be her third appearance at the event.
Another Tarrant County participant, 35‑year‑old sculptor Alexis Andrade, will debut a new work at the fair. Andrade hopes the exposure will connect her with collectors she has not previously reached. “I don’t know anything that well about collectors and the buyer’s world, so I hope to learn more about that as well,” she said, adding gratitude for the supportive community of women artists.
Fair Overview and Curatorial Vision
The Texas Vignette, founded in 2017, was created to give Texas female artists a platform free from the constraints of traditional gallery structures. Curator Alison de Lima Greene, who leads modern and contemporary art at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, selected the participants from more than 230 submissions. Founder Jessica Ingle emphasized that the fair’s mission is to “see, support, and connect” women artists with collectors and the broader art world.
All sales proceeds go directly to the artists, a model that Ingle says has helped emerging voices transition to larger exhibitions and important collections, building sustainable careers.
Event Details
The three‑day fair runs October 1‑3 at On The Levee, 1108 Quaker Street in Dallas. The opening night on October 1 is a ticketed preview benefit, while the public can attend free of charge on October 2 from noon to 7 p.m. and on October 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
David Moreno, arts and culture reporter for the Fort Worth Report, covered the story. The publication’s arts coverage is partially supported by the Meta Alice Keith Bratten Foundation and the Virginia Hobbs Charitable Trust, and it maintains editorial independence from its board and financial supporters.
Why This Matters to Fort Worth Readers
For Fort Worth residents, the fair offers a chance to celebrate local talent on a regional stage and to support women artists whose work enriches the cultural fabric of the community. Attending the event provides an opportunity to purchase original pieces directly from the creators, ensuring that the financial benefits stay within the artistic community.
Whether you are a longtime collector, a newcomer to the art world, or simply someone who appreciates the role of faith, family and freedom in nurturing creative expression, the Texas Vignette offers a meaningful way to engage with the arts while supporting fellow Texans.
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