THE BIG TINY SHOW

APPLICATION DEADLINE: We’re no longer accepting applications for 2025

APPLICATION FEE: $35 USD for three entries

AVAILABLE TO MINNESOTA ARTISTS ONLY

EXHIBITION OUTLINE:
We are pleased to announce our 2025 small works juried exhibition, The Big Tiny Show. The show will include small, 12″ x 12″ x 12” or smaller, 2D and 3D works, from established and emerging artists, in a variety of subject matter, media, and expression. All Minnesota artists aged 18+ at any stage of their career are encouraged to apply.

The gallery exhibition will open on Saturday, June 14, and run through July 19, 2025.

Kolman & Reeb Gallery will host an artist reception on Saturday, June 14, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. All artists in the show are encouraged to attend the reception. Please invite your guests.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

• Submit up to 3 works no larger than 12″ x 12″ x 12.”

• For framed work, the dimensions (artwork plus frame) cannot be more than 12” x 12” x 12.”

• All submitted works must be for sale.

• 2D and 3D, free-standing and wall-mounted works, can be submitted.

• All subject matter is welcome.

• All media welcome.

• All works must be suitably framed or have finished sides (i.e., canvases and panels must be framed or have painted sides).

• All wall-mounted pieces must be wired and ready to hang.

• Submit your images and your nonrefundable $35 application fee by May 9, 2025, by 5 p.m.

• Please complete the online submission form below.

SALES:

• All accepted works shall be for sale through the gallery and will be subject to applicable sales tax.

• The gallery will take a 50% commission on all sold works.

QUESTIONS:

Please contact Jodi Reeb, curator, by using our Contact Us page.

IMPORTANT DATES:

• Deadline to apply: Friday, May 9 at 5:00 p.m.

• Notification of decision: on or about May 27, 2025.

• Artist reception: Saturday, June 14, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

• Exhibit dates: June 14- July 19, 2025.

Submissions, including the $35 application fee, are accepted through an online submission form below.

DIGITAL SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

• JPEG or PNG image formats only.

• Artworks MUST be labeled as: Name of Artwork_Your First Name_Your Last Name (e.g., My Dog_Anita_Kolman).

• Max digital file size 300 dpi (5 MB)

• Largest dimension set at 7 inches (2100 pixels)

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The Big Tiny show is restricted to Minnesota artists only *

I am a Minnesota artist

Address *

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Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

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Website / URL

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In the fields below provide the Title, Medium, Dimensions & Price for each piece of artwork.

All pieces, including framed, or unframed work must be no larger than 12” x 12” x 12.”

Include the retail price of your artwork consistent with the amount it would typically sell at other retail venues. The gallery will take a 50% sales commission on all artworks sold.

Artwork 1 Title, dimensions, medium & retail price.

Artwork 2 Title, dimensions, medium & retail price.

Artwork 3 Title, dimensions, medium & retail price.

Please submit 3 jpeg images for the show. *

Click or drag files to this area to upload. You can upload up to 3 files.

Each image should be 300 dpi with the largest dimension set at 7 inches (2100 pixels). Images must be labeled using the following format: Name of Artwork_Your FirstName_Your Last Name (e.g., My Dog_Anita_Kolman).

Make sure to click the above BUTTON to complete your application!

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After uploading your application and artwork, complete payment below:

Pay $35 Submission Fee HERE