DEADLINE to apply: OCTOBER 25, 2022

Application fee: $30

Welcome to our online exhibit application! Please read this entire page carefully before submitting. This form is for non-represented artists only. If you are already represented by The District Gallery, please do not use this form to submit. If you encounter any problems using this form, please email [email protected] or call 865-200-4452.

EXHIBITION OUTLINE
We are so pleased to announce our small works exhibition, The Big Tiny Show is back! The Big Tiny Show is a national juried exhibition of small 2D works, opening Friday, November 11, 2022. The Big Tiny Show will include works from established and emerging artists, in a variety of subject matter, media, and expression. All artists aged 18+ at any stage of their career, living in any region of the United States, are encouraged to apply. First, second, and third place cash awards will be given, as well as one six-month gallery contract awarded by the gallery. Cash awards will be juried by Nashville artist Michael Griffin. To learn more about Michael, visit his website: http://www.michaelgriffinstudio.com/

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• Submitted works must be no larger than 12″ x 12″.
• All submitted works must be for sale.
• All works must be 2D (no free-standing sculptural works; wall-mounted works must be no larger than 12″ in any direction).
• Any subject matter welcome. Any 2D media welcome.
• All works must be suitably framed or have finished sides (i.e. canvases and panels must be framed or have painted sides). All pieces must be wired and ready to hang on the wall.
• Submit up to 6 works + $30 application fee. Fee is nonrefundable.

AWARDS
Gallery contract award: One six-month contract of representation with The District Gallery will be awarded to an artist whose work is not currently represented by The District Gallery nor by any art gallery located within a 50 mile radius of Knoxville.
Best of show: $1,000
Second place award: $300
Third place award: $200

SALES, SHIPPING, AND CONDITIONS
All accepted works will be for sale through the gallery and will be subject to sales taxation.
The gallery will take a 40% commission of all sold works by non-represented artists.
If you do not live close enough to deliver your work in person, all works must be shipped at the owner’s expense. Works must be mailed to the gallery by the end of the art delivery dates. All works shipped to the gallery must be packaged in reusable containers and include a prepaid FedEx or UPS return label. Personal checks, cash, and credit card information will not be accepted to return unsold artwork. No exceptions.

IMPORTANT DATES
Deadline to apply: October 25
Notification of decision: on or before October 28
Delivery of artwork: November 2 - 5
Opening reception: November 11, 5-8 p.m.
Exhibit dates: November 11 – December 23
Artwork Return/Pick-up: January 10-13

By submitting an application, you agree to the above terms.