05/07/2026
Call for Artists! Power of Small challenges artists to demonstrate the impact of work created on an intimate scale. In contrast to the large-scale works featured in the Mountain Plains Biennial opening May 22, this exhibition celebrates the strength, precision, and presence of small-format art.
All submitted works must be smaller than 5 x 7 inches. Whether the size of a postage stamp or a greeting card, artists are invited to experiment across mediums, surfaces, and techniques to create pieces that are small in scale but powerful in effect. This exhibition asks viewers to step closer—to slow down, look carefully, and discover the depth, detail, and intention contained within each work.
We welcome submissions in all media, including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media, as long as they adhere to the size limitation. Works should demonstrate thoughtful composition, technical skill, and a strong sense of intention within the confined format.
Learn more here: https://www.salinaartcenter.org/power-of-small
