Queen City Art - CALL TO ARTISTS 

It's Small Yall

Submissions Due December 1st

Exhibition Dates: Opening Reception December 12th 2026 show runs through January 3rd 2027

THEME: Its Small Y'all

"It’s Small, Y’all" challenges artists to make a massive impact within a remarkably restricted footprint. By capping the dimensions of every entry at 12" x 12" or smaller, the exhibition strips away the spectacle of scale and forces a deep focus on technical precision, intimacy, and conceptual clarity. This specific constraint creates a level playing field where diverse styles, mediums, and viewpoints can meet side-by-side, united by their miniature boundaries.

The charm of an exhibition like this rests entirely on the unique relationship it fosters between the viewer and the object. Unlike massive canvases or sweeping installations that require distance to appreciate, these compact works demand that you step close, lean in, and inspect the fine details. Every brushstroke, texture, and subtle line becomes magnified, turning the viewing experience into an intentional, quiet conversation between the observer and the art.

Beyond its artistic merit, the show offers a highly accessible gateway for collectors, design enthusiasts, and anyone looking to purchase original art. The modest physical dimensions make these pieces incredibly versatile—perfectly suited for compact urban spaces, gallery walls, or dedicated nooks. "It’s Small, Y’all" ultimately proves that art does not need to occupy a massive space to leave a lasting impression.

 

All media styles and interpretations of the theme are acceptable, as long as it meets the size requirements.

 

ELIGIBILITY
This is open to the public. This is a curated show, all entries that meet specification requirements will be considered, but possibly not all will be selected. Works that do not meet qualification specifications (see below) will not be accepted.

ENTRY FEE (NON REFUNDABLE)

This is the Non-Members Entry Form: First two (2) entries $40. $10 per entry after 2. Maximum 4 entries.

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SUBMISSIONS
All artwork must be submitted via this online form. Exhibit capacity is around 40 pieces of artwork, depending on size. This entry form will close once the deadline is reached. Accepted works will be exhibited for sale in the Queen City Art hallway gallery.

CALENDAR

Submission deadline: December 1st, 2026

Notification email of accepted entries: On or near Thursday, December 3rd

Deliver accepted artwork to CAL (4237 Raleigh Street): December 6th 2pm-4pm OR December 7th 5:30-7:00 PM
Note: Artwork MUST must be properly mounted with D Rings and wired.

NO sawtooth hangers.

Opening Night Reception: Saturday, December 12th (5-8pm)

Exhibition show dates: Saturday, December 12th 2026 to Sunday, January 3rd 2027

Pick up exhibited work: Sunday, January 3rd 2-4PM; OR Monday, January 4th 5:30-7:00pm

*Note: Artwork left beyond the scheduled pick up dates are subject to a holding fee of $5/day. Artwork left beyond 30 days will become the property of QCA.

 

SPECIFICATIONS
All entries must be original works - no reproductions. All artwork should be small than 12"x12"x12". Works may include paintings, drawings, mixed media, photographs, prints, ceramics, sculpture, furniture, jewelry, fiber art, written word, poetry or art installations.

All hanging artwork MUST be properly mounted with D Rings and wired. NO sawtooth hangers. All works must be properly framed or gallery wrapped with finished sides. Works on paper must be protected by glass or plexiglass.

Artwork may be rejected if we are not able to properly or safely install the work.

 

PRICING & COMMISION
All artwork must be available for sale. No "Price on Requests" will be accepted. Artists will receive 75% commission on all sales.

QUESTIONS?
Email exhibits@queencityart.org

ENTRY FORM - NON-MEMBERS

If you are a QCA Member, click here to login and submit with your Membership Discount applied!

Form must be completed with FULL information.
Please note that artwork labels will be created from information provided. Labels will include: artist name, title, medium, price and website

FIRST ENTRY:

SECOND ENTRY (OPTIONAL):

THIRD ENTRY (OPTIONAL):

FOURTH ENTRY (OPTIONAL):

ARTIST CONSENT FORM

LIABILITY
Queen City Art (QCA) will take every precaution in the handling of your artwork in the exhibition. However, QCA have no responsibility for any loss, theft or damage of artwork. Concerned artists should provide their own insurance coverage. Entries must remain for the duration of the exhibit and be picked up on the scheduled dates. QCA reserve the right to decline any entry or withdraw any entry from the exhibition at it's discretion. QCA reserves the right to photograph and reproduce any entry for educational or publicity purposes in any format. QCA are not responsible for misprints, misspellings, errors or other omissions taken from artist’s information.

ARTIST AGREEMENT
My signature on this consent form indicates that I have carefully read this agreement, fully understand it's content, and agree to the terms stated above and in the accompanying prospectus. Acceptance of terms does not guarantee selection into the exhibition.

Queen City Art (QCA) envisions a community that celebrates boundless creative expression and opportunity through arts, and the creative process. QCA exists to enrich the community through teaching, empowering, and advocating for the creative arts.

 

QCA Members: First two (2) entries $15. $5 per entry after 2. Maximum 4 entries.

Non-Members: First two (2) entries $40. $10 per entry after 2. Maximum 4 entries.

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