Small & Radiant, the 2027 juried exhibition at the Clay Studio of Missoula, aims to bring brings together small scale ceramic works that uses color to create an outsized presence. Through vibrant glazes, painted surfaces, and bold palettes, we seek artworks that transform modest forms into concentrated experiences of visual energy and vitality. Through color, craftsmanship, and imagination, we invite artists to submit works that have visual and expressive impact that exceeds their physical scale.

SHOW AWARDS: Current show awards include Best of Show ($200) and other cash merit awards

This exhibition will be juried by George Metropoulos McCauley 

Application must be submitted no later than Thursday, November 12, 2026

Artists will be notified about results via email on or before December 11, 2026. We will be using the Submittable portal to send out notifications, so please be sure to check the email that is associated with your Submittable account sign in.

Exhibition dates are February 5-27, 2027.  

Open to artists in the United States. 

Work must address the theme formally and or conceptually, be made primarily out of clay, and must measure no more than 10" in any direction.      

The artist is responsible for freight and insurance on the work to and from Missoula, MT. The Clay Studio is responsible for insurance during the exhibition.      

All work must be for sale. Work which differs from the submitted image will be disqualified.      

Artists may  submit images for up to two entries, and a maximum of two images for each entry. Images should be .jpg files, 300 dpi,  and no larger than 2000 pixels in the largest dimension. Image files  should be named with the image number, your last name, and your first  initial (for example: 1-DoeJ.jpg, 2-DoeJ.jpg).        

 Be sure to have this information ready for the online entry form: 

IMAGE INFORMATION:

• file name(s) 
• title(s)
• material (submitted work must be made primarily of clay)
•  dimensions (h x w x d to the nearest inch)
•  year completed
•  price (the Clay Studio will take a 40% commission on all sales)

PLUS

A brief statement on how your work addresses the theme (up to 300 words)       

It is important that you do not click the SUBMIT button until all of the required information is filled out and all image files are uploaded to the form. You will  not be able to edit your application once it has been submitted. 

The Clay Studio of Missoula reserves the right to photograph works, and  use submitted photo material of accepted pieces for the purposes of  documentation, education, publicity, promotion, and future grant  proposals.    

Your submission of materials constitutes your agreement to comply with  all the conditions and terms set forth above. Understand that all decisions by the Clay Studio of Missoula and the juror are final.            

Questions? Please email the Clay Studio at info@theclaystudioofmissoula.org       

Thanks for your interest! And...GOOD LUCK!