Texas Artists Show Their (tiny) Stuff

While most of the work was created on 5x7" canvas boards, some deviate from this standard format and clearly stand out. A few ceramic or metal pieces can be found alongside their two-dimensional neighbors on the rows of small shelves lining the gallery walls; the occasional mixed-media work, diorama, or textile-based piece (including an embroidered pillow that is likely the work of Austin's own sublime stitcher, Jenny Hart) round out the collection.

The vast majority of the works are paintings, drawings, collage, or photography—mediums that lend easily to the small, flat format requested by the gallery. The show is by no means monotonous; there's plenty to look at and many gems to be found. Many of the artists have submitted a series, with common visual elements depicted on two or more boards. These pieces can still be bought individually or as a set.

As of this weekend, about half of the boards were still looking for a permanent spot on someone's wall. A good percentage of the work is Austin-related, including a few photographs of around-town icons, and the mysterious sheet-jumping photos by William Hundley.

Whether you're in the market for a small piece of Texas art or not, the exhibit is definitely worth checking out. The simple format of the show, in the hands of a variety of artists, exemplifies the scope of contemporary art in a fun, accessible, and well-presented manner.