📅 call closes October 15, 2025
📅 show dates:November 7, 2025 – January 17, 2026
📍 First Studio Gallery | 631 N 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ
About the Show
First Studio Gallery is excited to announce its inaugural Small Works Show & Sale!
We invite artists to submit artwork that measures no larger than 12” x 12” (not including frame).
All mediums and styles are welcome. Since this is a small works show in time for holiday shopping, sold artwork may be taken home by the patron at the time of purchase, and artists are encouraged to replace sold work with new pieces.
Artwork will be selected based on quality, diversity of style, use of materials, and artist participation in receptions.
Important Dates
Entry Period: August – October 15, 2025
Notification to Artists: October 22, 2025 (via email)
Artwork Drop-Off & Installation: November 1, 2025 | 10:00–11:00 AM (other times by appointment)
Show Dates: November 7, 2025 – January 17, 2026
Receptions
Opening Reception (First Friday): November 7, 2025 | 5–9 PM
Holiday Reception (First Friday): December 5, 2025 | 5–9 PM
Closing Reception (Third Friday): January 16, 2026 | 5–9 PM
(Artists may pick up work immediately following the reception.)
Artwork Pick-Up: January 17, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Fees
Submission: Free to apply
Participation Fee: $35 per artist for up to 3 accepted pieces
Additional pieces: $10 each (for work beyond the first 3 accepted)
Fees are due at drop-off.
Sales
No commission taken — artists keep 100% of their sales.
Artists handle sales directly with patrons.
Artists are expected to:
Promote the show and receptions
Invite art buyers and guests
Attend, mingle, and bring refreshments for receptions
Entry Guidelines
Artists may submit up to 3 works.
Submit JPEG images labeled with: Artist Name_Title_Dimensions.
Example: Kris Kollasch_Jazz It Up_12x12
Image size: max 2 MB, or 6 inches on the longest side.
Provide high-quality images, as accepted work will be promoted on social media.
Entry Form Information Required:
Artist Name (as it should appear on labels)
Title, Size, Medium, and Price
Contact Info (name, email, phone, website, social media)
Confirmation of availability to attend receptions (Nov 7, Dec 5, Jan 16
Artwork Requirements
Maximum size: 12” x 12” (x12”) (excluding frame)
All work must be professionally prepared:
Label each piece with Name, Phone Number, and Title
2D work: wired for hanging (no sawtooth hangers)
3D work: max 30 lbs; large works must be installed by the artist
Artists are responsible for delivery and pick-up, or may arrange alternatives in advance by emailing FirstStudioGallery@gmail.com