The Salina Art Center is calling for artists to submit small-format works for a pop-up exhibition titled "Power of Small," running from July 29 to Sept. 27. Artists may submit up to three pieces, each smaller than 5 by 7 inches, in media including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media. Submissions are due online by July 3, with selected artists notified by July 10. The exhibition contrasts with the larger works in the Mountain Plains Biennial, which opened May 22, and emphasizes the impact of intimate-scale art.
This open call matters because it provides a platform for local and regional artists to exhibit in a professional gallery setting, with the Art Center handling insurance and offering volunteer pickup from schools to reduce barriers. By focusing on small-format works, the exhibition encourages artists to explore composition and intention within strict size constraints, fostering creative engagement with scale. The show also strengthens the Salina Art Center's role as a community hub for contemporary art, complementing its biennial programming.