GALA Call for Artists: Petite Creations — Small Works Exhibition & Holiday Sale due October 28, 2026 (5:00 PM) - Regional Arts and Culture Council - Apply by Oct 28, 2026 · OpenCall

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GALA Call for Artists: Petite Creations — Small Works Exhibition & Holiday Sale due October 28, 2026 (5:00 PM) - Regional Arts and Culture Council

Submit original small-scale visual artwork across all media for a curated winter exhibition and holiday sale, with works to be displayed in the Gresham Council Chamber Gallery and online, plus opportunity to sell additional work at a special holiday market.

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Deadline: 12 days left
Entry fee: $30
Award: Exhibition in Gresham Council Chamber Gallery and online; exclusive access to sell additional work at Special Holiday Market
Location: Gresham Council Chambers Lobby School Boards & Public Safety Building, 1331 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030
Exhibition window: Nov 23, 2026 → Jan 8, 2027
Applicants notified: Nov 4, 2026
Size cap: ≤ 9" max dimension

Heads up: this show’s exhibition window can overlap other calls you enter - the same piece can’t hang in two places at once.Check conflicts →

About

Overview

The Gresham Area League for the Arts (GALA) is seeking original, small-scale visual artwork across all media for Petite Creations, a curated winter exhibition and holiday sale. Selected works will be showcased in the Gresham Council Chamber Gallery and online. Featured artists gain exclusive access to sell additional work at the Special Holiday Market.

Key Dates

Submission Deadline: October 28, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Artist Notification: November 4, 2026
Artwork Delivery: November 21, 2026
Exhibition Dates: November 23, 2026 – January 8, 2027
Opening Reception: December 10, 2026 (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM)
Holiday Market: December 12, 2026 (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Artwork Pickup: January 9, 2027

Size & Format

2D works: 5″ x 5″ to 9″ x 9″ (framed)
3D works: maximum 9″ x 9″ x 9″
2D pieces must arrive framed and wired

Requirements

Original work only
No explicit content or nudity

Entry Fee & Commission

Entry Fee: $30 for up to 3 entries (non-refundable)
Commission: 20% retained by GALA

How to Submit

Submissions are processed through EntryThingy. Visit the GALA website at www.galaarts.org/ or EntryThingy.com and create a free account or log in. Locate the listing for GALA Petite Creations.

Contact

For inquiries regarding the application process or exhibition guidelines, please contact the Lead Curator at

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