Small Wonders 2026

Small Wonders 2026 features small format textile art from Surface Design Association members in the British Columbia and Yukon regions. The exhibition aims to inspire conversations and new directions while raising the visibility of small textile artworks.

This non-juried exhibition is open to SDA members living in British Columbia and Yukon who work in small format textiles. Artists may submit up to four small artworks OR up to three small artworks plus a maximum of 25 art cards. Artwork must be current, fit within the small size requirement (maximum 14" in width, including any frame or stand), highlight fibre and/or textile art techniques, and have a sale price of $300 or less. Artwork must have been completed on or after July 2, 2023. Artworks previously exhibited at a VISDA exhibition or at the Cowichan Community Centre are not eligible. The entry fee is $15 per artwork (non-refundable). Sales are subject to a 25% gallery commission.

The exhibition will be held in the ANNEX Gallery at the Cowichan Community Centre in Duncan, BC, from July 6-31, 2026, with a reception on July 6. Artist talks are scheduled for July 6, 13, 20, and 27. Submissions open January 15, 2026 at 1pm and close March 31, 2026 at 5pm (PST). All submissions must be made online through ArtCall. Artists are responsible for delivering their artwork and must provide an artist statement (100-150 words, maximum 1000 characters), artist biography (100-150 words, maximum 1000 characters), one headshot, and three photos of each artwork. A People's Choice award will be given.