Accepting Submissions
July 5 - 8, 2023
Gaylord Area Council for the Arts is calling all Michigan artists to enter this year’s “Hometown” Exhibition.
About the Exhibit:
Miniature art exhibitions hold great importance in the art world as they showcase the skill, precision, and creativity required to create artwork on a small scale. This exhibition provides a unique platform for artists to express their ideas in a condensed format, challenging traditional notions of scale and proportion. The intricate details should captivate the viewer and invite them to observe art from a different perspective. Additionally, This miniature art exhibition allows artists to explore diverse themes and experiment with various mediums and enables collectors to acquire stunning pieces that can be displayed in small spaces or form part of a larger collection. Overall, this exhibition celebrates the mastery of artists and offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricacies of miniaturized artistic expression.
Miniature art exhibitions hold great importance in the art world as they showcase the skill, precision, and creativity required to create artwork on a small scale. This exhibition provides a unique platform for artists to express their ideas in a condensed format, challenging traditional notions of scale and proportion. The intricate details should captivate the viewer and invite them to observe art from a different perspective. Additionally, This miniature art exhibition allows artists to explore diverse themes and experiment with various mediums and enables collectors to acquire stunning pieces that can be displayed in small spaces or form part of a larger collection. Overall, this exhibition celebrates the mastery of artists and offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricacies of miniaturized artistic expression.
History of Miniature Art:
The history of miniature art can be traced back centuries, with evidence of its existence in ancient cultures such as Egypt, Persia, and India. The art form gained prominence during the medieval period when illuminated manuscripts showcased intricate miniature paintings. These meticulously crafted illustrations adorned the pages of religious texts, showcasing scenes from biblical narratives and capturing the attention of scholars and royalty. During the Renaissance, miniature portraits emerged as a popular form of art, serving as personal keepsakes for the elite. Artists like Hans Holbein the Younger excelled in creating highly detailed and lifelike miniature portraits, which allowed for intimate depictions of individuals. In the 19th century, the tradition of miniature painting continued to thrive, particularly in Europe and America. It was during this time that societies dedicated to promoting and exhibiting miniature art were established. These organizations played a pivotal role in fostering the development of the art form and providing a platform for artists to showcase their work. With the advent of modernism, miniature art faced some challenges, as larger-scale artworks gained dominance. However, miniature art persevered, with artists continually pushing the boundaries of the medium. Today, miniature art exhibitions are held worldwide, celebrating the diversity and innovation within the genre.
The history of miniature art can be traced back centuries, with evidence of its existence in ancient cultures such as Egypt, Persia, and India. The art form gained prominence during the medieval period when illuminated manuscripts showcased intricate miniature paintings. These meticulously crafted illustrations adorned the pages of religious texts, showcasing scenes from biblical narratives and capturing the attention of scholars and royalty. During the Renaissance, miniature portraits emerged as a popular form of art, serving as personal keepsakes for the elite. Artists like Hans Holbein the Younger excelled in creating highly detailed and lifelike miniature portraits, which allowed for intimate depictions of individuals. In the 19th century, the tradition of miniature painting continued to thrive, particularly in Europe and America. It was during this time that societies dedicated to promoting and exhibiting miniature art were established. These organizations played a pivotal role in fostering the development of the art form and providing a platform for artists to showcase their work. With the advent of modernism, miniature art faced some challenges, as larger-scale artworks gained dominance. However, miniature art persevered, with artists continually pushing the boundaries of the medium. Today, miniature art exhibitions are held worldwide, celebrating the diversity and innovation within the genre.
Eligibility
- Must be a Michigan resident (including seasonal residents) 14 years old or older
- Entries must be original works of the artist's own creation of good condition.
- Work of any media is accepted including 2D and 3D.
- Work must not exceed 10" x 10" x 10" including frame if applicable.
- All accepted works will remain as placed at the gallery for the duration of the exhibit, unless sold during the exhibit.
Conditions for Entry
- All artwork must be ready to hang or display.
- 2-D artwork must be wired at the time of submission--no sawtooth hangers will be accepted
- 2-D pieces must be clearly labeled on the back and 3-D in an inconspicuous place with
- artist's name,
- Title,
- Medium
- Selling price or if not for sale, "Exhibit Only"
- Artwork will be accepted on a first-come-first-served basis, as space allows, Entry fee covers up to maximum entries of five.
- Gaylord Arts reserves the right to reject any work for any reason.
- Completed Entry form, payment and art submissions must be received no later than July 2, 2022 (See submission procedure below for more details).
- Entry fee: Member- $15.00, Non-member - $25.00. (covers 5 entries maximum)
- Gaylord Arts will take reasonable precautions to ensure the protection of artwork appearing in this show, but you are exhibiting at your own risk. You may obtain insurance on your own artwork for this show, however, Gaylord Arts does not insure exhibitor's art and is not responsible for loss or damage to artwork appearing in this show.
- You agree to leave accepted entries on display in the Gaylord Arts' center or Gaylord's City Hall if selected for the duration of this show. If the piece is sold during the show, the buyer has the option to remove the piece at the time of sale.
- All unsold pieces must be picked up by the deadlines. Art work not retrieved within 30 days become the property of Gaylord Area Council for the Arts, unless arrangements are made.
- Pickup pieces: August 24 -27, 2022 during gallery open hours.
- Entering this show constitutes giving Gaylord Arts permission to photograph art work for publicity or archival purposes.
Sales
GACA will retain a 30% commission on sales of work sold during the exhibit. The sale price must include any matting and framing if applicable. All entries that are for sale will be featured on Gaylord Arts' on-line Art Market Store: gaylordarts.org
Submission Procedure
- Complete entry form (on-line see below or download, print and submit via mail or in-person at the gallery. Must be received no later than July 2, 2022 by 2:00 p.m. Entries with missing information will not be accepted.
- Submit Entry Fee Payment (on-line payment, click "Entry Fee Payment" below or pay with check via mail or in-person at the gallery). Payment must be received no later than July 2, 2022 by 2:00 p.m. to be accepted. Checks payable to: "Gaylord Area Council for the Arts."
- Drop off art pieces between Now - July 2, 2022 to Gaylord Area Council for the Arts gallery | 125 E. Main St., Gaylord, MI. 49735 during open hours

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