About this Event
🎨⚡ CALL FOR ARTISTS!
MATCHBOX MINI ART SHOW | DENVER, COLORADO
SMALL ART. BIG CREATIVITY. NO GATEKEEPING.
👉 APPLY HERE:
Calling all Denver artists, makers, creatives, and artistic misfits! 🖤
Matchbox is opening its walls to local talent for our upcoming MINI ART SHOW, and we want YOUR work to be part of it!
We're bringing together 20–30 local artists for a group exhibition celebrating creativity on a smaller scale. Think tiny masterpieces, unexpected creations, affordable artwork, and a whole lot of personality.
Whether you're an established artist, a weekend painter, an emerging creative, or someone who's never exhibited before — WE WANT TO SEE YOUR ART!
No fancy art degree required. No restrictions on artistic style. Just creativity.
⚡ THE DETAILS
📍 Location: Matchbox — 2625 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205
🎨 Exhibition: November 30, 2026 – Mid-January 2027
🚨 APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 18, 2026
👩🎨 Artists Selected: Approximately 20–30
💸 Application Fee: FREE
🎨 ARTWORK GUIDELINES
KEEP IT SMALL. MAKE IT AWESOME.
- Maximum artwork size: 8" × 10"
- Maximum size with frame or mat: 12" × 12"
- Approximately 10–15 pieces per artist
- Paintings, drawings, photography, prints, collage, and mixed media welcome
- Small 3D artwork considered upon approval
- All artwork must arrive ready to display and available for purchase
- All artwork must be priced at $100 or less
ARTISTS KEEP 80% OF THEIR SALES!
Our goal is to make art collecting accessible while giving local artists an opportunity to showcase and sell their work.
🎁 THE HOLIDAY ART COLLECTION
We're featuring a special collection of artwork priced between $25 and $50, making it easy for guests to support local artists while finding one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.
Artists are encouraged to submit pieces within this price range!
🏆 PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD
Let the people decide!
Throughout the exhibition, guests will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite participating artist.
The winning artist will receive special recognition and promotional features!
🥂 ARTIST OPENING RECEPTION
We're planning an opening reception to bring our participating artists and Denver's creative community together!
Meet fellow artists, connect with potential collectors, and celebrate the opening of the exhibition.
More details will be shared with selected artists.
🚨 HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS CLOSE NOVEMBER 18, 2026!
Interested artists must complete our official Google Forms Artist Application.
The application includes basic contact information, examples of your artwork, and a few questions about your work.
👉 APPLY HERE:
You can also find the application through Instagram:
@matchbox_denver_art — LINK IN BIO
Please note: This Eventbrite listing is an open call for artist submissions, not a ticketed exhibition. Registering or expressing interest on Eventbrite does not count as an artist application. You must complete the Google Form to be considered.
Selected artists will receive further information regarding artwork drop-off, inventory requirements, exhibition setup, and artist payments.
🖤 WHY PARTICIPATE?
Get your art out of your studio and onto the walls of one of Denver's neighborhood bars in the heart of RiNo!
Connect with fellow creatives, introduce your work to new audiences, and give art lovers an opportunity to take home something uniquely yours.
SUPPORT LOCAL ART. CREATE SOMETHING SMALL. MAKE A BIG IMPACT.
Know an artist who should be part of this? Share this open call, tag your creative friends, and help us spread the word!
MATCHBOX | 2625 LARIMER ST | DENVER, CO
Follow @matchbox_denver_art for updates.
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