Organizer Information

Rock Paper Scissors Collective (RPSC) is a member-led, all-volunteer nonprofit based in Oakland, California. Founded in 2004 by a group of emerging artists, RPSC fosters creativity and collaboration to strengthen local communities, encourage sustainable creative practices, and explore alternative, non-hierarchical models of organization. The collective promotes the sharing of ideas, skills, and resources through art, craft, education, and performance.

Title & Description

Open Call: Small But Mighty – December 2025 Exhibition (Oakland, USA)
Rock Paper Scissors Collective invites visual artists to submit small-scale works for their upcoming Small But Mighty exhibition. The show celebrates compact creations—artworks that are 10 inches or less in any direction—demonstrating that even the smallest pieces can make a powerful impact when brought together. Both two- and three-dimensional works are accepted.

Local artists may participate in the in-person exhibition in Oakland, while U.S.-based artists outside the Bay Area are invited to join the online showcase. All accepted artworks will be presented digitally, with selected local submissions exhibited physically at RPSC’s gallery space.
Please note: as a volunteer-run organization, RPSC cannot handle shipping and cannot currently accept submissions from outside the U.S.

Category

Visual Art | Painting | Sculpture | Mixed Media | Installation

Theme

Small but Mighty – exploring the strength and unity of small-scale works.

Deadline

November 14, 2025 – 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)

Location

Rock Paper Scissors Collective Gallery, Oakland, California, USA
(Online exhibition also available for U.S.-based artists outside the Bay Area)

Duration

Exhibition Dates: December 5, 2025 – January 11, 2026

Key Dates

  • Submission Deadline: November 14, 2025
  • Notification: November 17, 2025
  • Local Artwork Drop-Off: November 23, 2025 (1:00–3:00 PM)
  • Opening Reception: December 5, 2025 (6:00–9:00 PM)
  • De-installation & Pick-up: January 11, 2026 (1:00–3:00 PM)

Eligibility

  • Open to artists based in the U.S. (international submissions not accepted at this time)
  • All artworks must be 10” or less in any direction and ready to install
  • BIPOC & LGBTQI+ artists are especially encouraged to apply

Costs/Funding

  • Application Fee: $35 per submission

Awards & Benefits

  • Exhibition opportunity (in-person and online)
  • Visibility through RPSC’s gallery and digital platforms

Application Fee

$35 per submission

How to Apply

After paying the submission fee on RPSC’s website, upload artwork details via the provided Google form.

Contact Information

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