Small Matters

Small Matters is a blindly juried open call to all visual artists within the United States who are over the age of 18. The theme of this exhibition is small works; two-dimensional work, including the frame, must not exceed 15 inches and three-dimensional pedestal pieces must not exceed 10 inches in any direction. The jurors are Beth Barry and Veronica Lawlor. The exhibition runs from November 19 – December 16, 2026, at Carter Burden Gallery (548 West 28th Street, #534, New York, NY 10001).

“It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important.” — Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes

Small Matters is a blindly juried open call to all visual artists within the United States who are over the age of 18. The jurors are Beth Barry and Veronica Lawlor. The exhibition runs from November 19 – December 16, 2026, at Carter Burden Gallery (548 West 28th Street, #534, New York, NY 10001).

This exhibition celebrates the power of art at an intimate scale, inviting works that prove creative impact is no small matter. Small Matters seeks two-dimensional works that are no larger than 15 inches and three-dimensional works that are no larger than 10 inches in any direction; These artworks will demonstrate how meaning, beauty, innovation, and emotional resonance can be conveyed within modest dimensions. Echoing the line from William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, “Though she be but little, she is fierce!”, this exhibition highlights the remarkable ability of small-scale works to command attention, inspire reflection, and leave a lasting impression.

• Up to 5 Artworks can be submitted.
• 2D work, including the frame, must not be smaller than 5 inches and must not exceed 15 inches in any direction.
• 3D pieces must not exceed 10 inches in any direction, and must weigh less than 50lbs.
• All work must be the artist’s original creation. AI generated work will not be considered and should not be submitted.
   

ELIGIBILITY
All visual artists working in two-dimensional and three-dimensional works, over 18 in the USA are welcome to submit. We particularly encourage artists over the age of 60.

ARTWORK SPECIFICATIONS
Two-dimensional work, including the frame, must not exceed 15 inches in any direction and should be wired, labeled on the back, and ready to hang. No saw-tooth hangers. All works on paper must be framed. White and natural wood frames are preferred; please use best judgment when framing work. Framed works must have plexi-glass (do not use glass or leave work uncovered).

Three-dimensional pedestal pieces must not exceed 10 inches in any direction. All three-dimensional works must not exceed 50 lbs.

Artwork that does not fit these parameters will not be considered or included.

ENTRY FEES
All applications must be submitted through CaFÉ to be considered for exhibition. Non-refundable fee of $45 for up to 5 submitted works.
 

SALES
Carter Burden Gallery will take no commission on sales. Label work that is not for sale “NFS”. Artists must provide their preferred payment method and information for the gallery to facilitate sales.

DELIVERY, PICK-UP, and SHIPPING
Late arriving work will not be hung.

Artists must cover all shipping costs. Work that is shipped must arrive in a reusable container, including a prepaid computer-generated UPS or FEDEX return shipping label. No U.S. Postal Service returns. Do not send stamps, cash, or credit card info for return of work. Work not picked up after one month will be handled at the discretion of the gallery.

LIABILITY
All possible care will be taken to guarantee the safety of the work. Carter Burden Gallery’s insurance will cover work ONLY while it is hanging in the gallery. The gallery will not bear liability for any loss or damage while in transit. Transit insurance is the responsibility of the artist.

All visual artists working in two-dimensional and three-dimensional works, over 18 in the USA are welcome to submit. We particularly encourage artists over the age of 60!