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title: 'Small Art, Big Impact'
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  National juried exhibition of small-scale 2D and 3D work at Blaine Art
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deadline: '2026-09-16'
entryFee: 35 USD
location: 'Blaine Art Gallery, Blaine, WA, United States'
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# Small Art, Big Impact

**Hosted by:** Blaine Arts Council

**Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** Blaine Art Gallery, Blaine, WA, United States | **Deadline:** September 16, 2026 | **Entry fee:** $35

## About This Program

> "No restrictions on theme or subject; small-scale 2D and 3D work"

### About the Exhibition

**Think small. Create boldly. Make an impact.** Blaine Art Gallery invites artists to submit their most compelling small-scale artwork for consideration in our **Small Art, Big Impact** national juried exhibition.

Celebrating both 2D and 3D work, this exhibition challenges artists to make a powerful statement within a compact format—**2D artwork may be no larger than 16" on its longest side, and 3D artwork no larger than 15" in its longest dimension.**

With no restrictions on theme or subject, artists are encouraged to explore realistic, abstract, and unexpected approaches while allowing artistry, content, and composition—not sheer scale—to command attention. **Challenge the boundaries of scale. Surprise us with innovation. Inspire us with imagination.**

### Application Requirements

- 2D work must be no longer than 16" on its longest side (including frame)
- 3D work must be no larger than 15" in height, width or depth
- Artwork submitted must be the same work represented by the submitted digital images
- 2D work must be wired (with no wires showing) and no tooth hangers
- All artwork accepted must be for sale
- Blaine Art Gallery reserves the right to reject any work that is not represented accurately in the image or that arrives damaged and does not comply with the entry criteria

### Eligibility Criteria

- Artists must reside in the US
- Acceptable media includes painting, photography, mixed media, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts, and digital art
- Artwork submitted must not be copied
- Ineligible art mediums: Video, Film, Audio, Giclee Prints, or Installations

### Important Dates

- Entry Deadline: Sept 16th
- Notice of Acceptance: September 20th
- Drop off Dates: October 5th & 6th
- Shipping Rec'd by Date: October 2nd
- Opening Reception: October 10th, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
- Exhibition Dates: October 10th - November 8th
- Pick Up Dates: November 9th & 10th, 10:00am – 1:00pm, or by arrangement
- Return Shipping Dates: November 12th & 13th

### Shipping and Drop Offs

Drop offs: October 5th & 6th, 10am - 1pm, or by arrangement, at Blaine Art Gallery, 922 Peace Portal Dr., Blaine, WA 98230.

Shipments should be sent to arrive no later than October 2nd: Blaine Arts Council c/o Margaret Owens, 5620 Sanderling Way, Blaine, WA 98230.

If you can't drop off your artwork, shipping costs are your responsibility. Please include a pre-paid printed return label in the box with your artwork. Please don't use packing peanuts.

Pick up dates are November 9th & 10th, 10am – 1pm, or by arrangement, at Blaine Art Gallery, 922 Peace Portal Dr., Blaine, WA 98230. Return shipping of artwork: November 14th & 15th.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** National
- **Disciplines:** painting, photography, mixed media, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts, digital art
- **Note:** Requirement Overview

Location Eligibility Type: National
Eligible Applicant Types: Artist
Submission Limit: 1

Eligibility Criteria

Artists must reside in the US.

Acceptable media includes painting, photography, mixed media, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts, and digital art.

Artwork submitted must not be copied

Ineligible art mediums: Video, Film, Audio, Giclee Prints, or Installations

### Additional Requirements

Submit 1-3 images (min 1, max 3; no audio or video). Submission limit: 1. 2D work must be no longer than 16" on its longest side (including frame). 3D work must be no larger than 15" in height, width or depth. Artwork submitted must be the same work represented by the submitted digital images.

2D work must be wired (with no wires showing) and no tooth hangers. All artwork accepted must be for sale. Blaine Art Gallery reserves the right to reject any work that is not represented accurately in the image or that arrives damaged and does not comply with the entry criteria.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** August 19, 2026
- **Deadline:** September 16, 2026
- **Program Start:** October 10, 2026
- **Program End:** November 8, 2026

## Contact

**Contact:** Margaret Owens

**Email:** gallerychair@blaineartscouncil.org

**Phone:** 310-699-2863

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://artist.callforentry.org/agreetoterms.php?ID=18004