Call for Art – Miniatures!

All artwork must not EXCEED 6x6 inches (36 square inches) including the frame. This means it can be 5x7 or 4x6 or any area 36 square inches or less. If you have questions about this please email belle@newburyportart.org

Call for Art Opens: Friday August 27th, 2026

 Submission Deadline: Friday, October 16th (by 11:59pm)

 Artwork Notifications: Monday, October 19th (by 11:59pm)

Artwork Drop off: October 31st 5-7pm, Nov. 1st (11-5pm)

Exhibition Dates: Wednesday, November 4th-Saturday November 28th

Reception: Saturday, November 7th, 4:00-6:00pm

Unsold artwork pick up:
Saturday, Nov. 28th (5-7pm)
Sunday, Nov. 29th (11-5pm) 

Miniatures!: 

For centuries, artists have embraced the power of the miniature. From the illuminated manuscripts of the Middle Ages and exquisitely detailed portrait miniatures of the Renaissance to Japanese netsuke, devotional icons, and intimate cabinet paintings, small-scale works have invited viewers to slow down, look closely, and discover extraordinary beauty within a modest frame. Though compact in size, these works have long served as treasured keepsakes, personal expressions, and demonstrations of remarkable technical skill.

Artists are invited to submit original artwork measuring 6 × 6 inches or smaller (All artwork must not EXCEED 6x6 inches (36 square inches) including the frame. This means it can be 5x7 or 4x6 or any area 36 square inches or less.)

 We welcome work in all media—including painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, fiber, ceramics, sculpture, mixed media, and other contemporary practices—that embraces the unique possibilities of working on an intimate scale. Whether highly detailed or boldly minimalist, representational or abstract, each piece should demonstrate how a small format can create a powerful visual experience. This exhibition honors the enduring tradition of miniature art while showcasing the creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation of today's artists, proving that great art is not measured by size, but by its ability to captivate, inspire, and endure.

 

ELIGIBILITY, SUBMISSIONS, AND FEES: 

• This call is open NAA artist members and non-members
• Works should respond to the theme of Miniatures (All artwork must not EXCEED 6x6 inches (36 square inches) including the frame. This means it can be 5x7 or 4x6 or any area 36 square inches or less.)
• Maximum of three entries per artist / author
• $10 per submission for NAA Artist / Early Career Members
• $20 per submission for non-members
• Artist Plus 2 free submissions and third entry $10
• Submissions fees are non-refundable

CATEGORY/MEDIA:

• Open to all media and disciplines
• Original work only
• No AI art
• Unframed work is allowed!

REQUIREMENTS:

• All work must be 6x6 (36 square inches) or smaller, including the frame. This means it can be 5x7 or 4x6 or any area 36 square inches or less. If you have questions about this please email belle@newburyportart.org
• All work must be original, completed within the last five years
• All work must be for sale 
• We do not accept works on loan from any private collection.
• No wet paintings.
• (2D) Works must be ready to hang with screw eyes/D-rings and wire or other approved options
• (2D) Saw-tooth hangers cannot be accepted.
• (2D) Gallery wrapped canvas must be stapled on the back. Gessoed or painted sides are acceptable.
• (3D) Sculpture and 3-dimensional work must be less than 6x6x6

Please note: 

• Saw-tooth hangers cannot be accepted

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

• Artists must upload at least one image per work. This image should be of the artwork only (excluding frame, unless integral to the work).
• Images files should be labeled with (FirstNameLastName_Title) if possible
• Digital images of submissions should be high resolution (iPhone photo is fine)
• All accepted work is subject to review and must comply with Newburyport Art hanging/framing standards.
• No artwork substitution is allowed.
• Submission of your entry constitutes your agreement with all the Code of Conduct
• Submission of your entry acknowledges the right of Newburyport Art to reproduce artwork for marketing purposes.
• Newburyport Art reserves the right to decline a submission for any reason or to remove a selected work for any reason.
• Having trouble submitting? Call Newburyport Art at 978-465-8769 or send us an email at artcall@newburyportart.org.

SALES AND INSURANCE:

• All work must be for sale
• Newburyport Art retains a commission of 35% for works sold.
• Works will be handled with all possible care. Newburyport Art provides insurance up to 65% of the value declared by the artist from the day of receipt of the artwork to the final published pickup date
• Newburyport Art is not responsible for any work not picked up by the end of the designated pickup window of time.
• If a work sells, the artist will be notified by a Gallery Associate. At that time, the artist should confirm their mailing address
• Newburyport Art will make every effort to issue commission checks to artists for any show sales within 30 days following the close of the exhibition.

IMPORTANT DATES:

• Submission Deadline: Friday October 16th (by 11:59pm)

• Artwork Notifications: Monday October 19th (by 11:59pm)

• Artwork Drop off: October 31st 5-7pm, Nov. 1st (11-5pm)

• Exhibition Dates: Wednesday November 4th-Saturday November 28th

• Reception: Saturday November 7th, 4:00-6:00pm

• Unsold artwork pick up: Saturday Nov. 28th (5-7pm) & Sunday Nov. 29th (11-5pm)

Directions and a few notes before you begin:

• There is a "Save" button that will save your progress if you wish to pause and finish your submission later. You may then be prompted by JotForm to follow a number of steps for proper saving
• If you have a Comcast email, your automatic copy of your submission may be blocked by Comcast. Email us at artcall@newburyportart.org for a copy of your submission

NEWBURYPORT ART MEMBERSHIP

This call for art is open to members & non-members of Newburyport Art. If you would like to become a member you can join HERE

If you want to verify your membership status, you can log in HERE

The fields below will appear once you have selected your work's dimensions.

Please provide the dimensions of the work, in inches, using numbers and decimals only (no fractions). For example, 5.5 instead of 5 1/2

All artwork must not EXCEED 6x6 inches (36 square inches) including the frame.

Work is listed as H x W (x D)

The fields below will appear once you have selected your work's dimensions.

Please provide the dimensions of the work, in inches, using numbers and decimals only (no fractions). For example, type 8.75 instead of 8-3/4.

Work is listed as H x W (x D)

The fields below will appear once you have selected your work's dimensions.

Please provide the dimensions of the work, in inches, using numbers and decimals only (no fractions). For example, type 8.75 instead of 8-3/4.

Work is listed as H x W (x D)

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{nameOther}
{email}

Number of works submitted: {numWorks}

Work 1: {1summary}

Work 2: {2summary}

Work 3: {3summary}

Code of Conduct can be read HERE

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