Tiny Art, Big Stories

Second Mini Exhibition | Call for Artists

Small Works. Big Stories.

Teresa Cook Art, in collaboration with Happy Medium Books Café, is excited to announce the Second Mini Exhibition of Tiny Art, Big Stories, an ongoing exhibition celebrating the creativity, individuality, and storytelling found in small-scale original artwork.

Curated by Jacksonville artist and instructor Teresa Cook, this exhibition brings together emerging and established artists to showcase original works measuring 4” × 4” or smaller, including the frame.

From watercolor paintings and illustrations to drawings, mixed media, and other creative expressions, Tiny Art, Big Stories encourages artists to explore the possibilities of working small while making a big impact.

All exhibited artwork will be available for purchase, providing artists with an opportunity to share their creativity with the community while connecting art lovers with affordable, original works.

As a running exhibition, new artwork and artists will continue to be introduced as pieces sell, creating an ever-changing collection inside Happy Medium Books Café.

Artist Submission Guidelines

Original artwork only; no prints or reproductions.
Maximum dimensions: 4” × 4”, including the frame.
All artistic mediums are welcome, subject to approval.
Artwork must be available for sale.
A 10% commission will be collected from each sale.
All accepted artwork must arrive ready to hang.

Required Submission Information

Artists must provide their full name, email address, phone number, artwork title, medium, year completed, dimensions, framed or unframed status, selling price, and a clear photograph of each submitted artwork.

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: November 11, 2026

Artwork Drop-Off: November 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM ONLY.

All selected artists will receive an email confirming acceptance and specific drop-off instructions.

Please do not deliver artwork directly to Happy Medium Books Café without prior confirmation from Teresa Cook. All exhibition correspondence, submissions, and drop-off arrangements must go through the curator directly.

Exhibition Location

Happy Medium Books Café
2756 Park Street
Jacksonville, FL 32205

How to Submit

Artists interested in participating must complete the official online submission form by November 11, 2026.

Questions or additional information:
teresa@teresacook.net

About the Curator

Teresa Cook is a Jacksonville-based watercolor artist, illustrator, and art instructor dedicated to creating opportunities for artistic expression and community engagement. Through Tiny Art, Big Stories, she brings her passion for small-scale artwork and local collaboration into an accessible exhibition that celebrates artists at every stage of their creative journey.

Think small. Create big. Tell your story.

Curated by Teresa Cook Art in collaboration with Happy Medium Books Café.