Square Foot Show

June 22nd – July 11th, 2025

This will be our eleventh Square Foot Show. This exhibit is always popular with both artists and visitors to the Gallery. The objective is to pack as much punch as possible into one square foot of space, and therefore, the dimensions of the work (excluding any frame) must measure 12 inches by 12 inches. This show is open to all artists, and we welcome a variety of artwork — paintings, drawings, photographs, fiber art, ceramics, wood, and mixed media pieces.

This show is an important fundraiser for the Gallery. Artists may submit up to four pieces, the entry fee is $10 per submission, and the Gallery will charge a modest 25% commission on sales. In previous years, all the Square Foot pieces have been priced at $200, but this year we are asking artists to price their work. Some artists may charge less, and some may wish to charge more than $200.

If you wish to participate in this show, complete the Entry Form below and submit it to the Gallery office by June 15. Artists may submit up to four pieces. Entry Fees ($10 per submission) are payable by e-transfer (gmag2121@gmail.com), or cheque made payable to the Gallery, and mailed to the Treasurer, Grand Manan Art Gallery, 10 Marathon Lane, Grand Manan, NB, E5G 3A3.

Artwork must reach the Gallery by June 20. For the convenience of mainland artists, artwork may be taken to By The Sea Framing, 122 Water Street, St. Andrews, NB on June 17 or 18. Artists are advised to call (506) 529-8700 to arrange a time for delivery of their work.

Submitted work must be ready to hang, and a label with the name of the artist, medium and title of the piece must be attached to the back of the artwork. Artists are advised that an image of their artwork may be used for publicity purposes to promote the show.

Work that is mailed, or sent by courier, must be in a reusable shipping container with a return address. Unsold art may be collected at closing (6:00 PM) on July 11 , or no later than noon on July 12.

Gallery visitors will vote for their favourite pieces, and People’s Choice Awards of $100, $150 and $200 will be given for the three most popular works in the show. In addition, this season we will attempt to encourage artists 12 years old and younger with a Young Artist Award of a Grand Manan Art Gallery T-shirt and a $150 gift certificate for art supplies.

Click here for Square Foot Show Entry Form