For over two decades, the Ottawa School of Art's (OSA) International Miniprint Biennale has brought together printmakers from around the world to prove that scale has nothing to do with impact. Selected artists join an international exhibition catalogue, a juried show at OSA's J.W. Stellick Gallery, and a chance to win Prizes of Excellence across five printmaking categories.
The juried exhibition takes place from March 4 to May 9, 2027, at our J.W. Stellick Gallery located in the OSA's ByWard Market Campus at 35 George Street in downtown Ottawa, Canada.
Submission Criteria
Open to all professional artists, worldwide. Your prints must:
Be made using any generally accepted graphic printmaking technique
Have been produced since January 1, 2024
Be signed and numbered by you, the artist
You may submit up to four (4) miniprints total and artists have the opportunity to purchase additional catalogues of the 2027 International Miniprint Biennale for $14 (CAD) per copy. Learn more and apply online here.
Prize of Excellence
Awarded across five categories:
Intaglio prints
Lithographic prints
Relief prints
New Media + Cyanotype prints
Silkscreen prints
Submission Deadline
The deadline for submitting your works is January 8th, 2027 by 5 PM (EST):
All work must arrive no later than this date and time in order to be considered for the exhibition.
Submission Fees
Submission fees are non-refundable and cover return postage of your prints, work cannot be submitted to the jury until fees are received as follows:
$25 CAD, for the first work and;
$10 CAD for each additional work (4 artworks maximum)
Ways to pay:
Online via Eventbrite (preferred)
Canadian or International Bank Draft
International bank draft, payable to Ottawa School of Art
In person at OSA reception (cash, debit, or credit) — local artists only
Cheques are not accepted
Submission Requirements
Maximum dimension of print image: 10 cm x 10 cm
Maximum dimension of matrix, (paper, cloth, etc.): 20 cm x 20 cm
Maximum dimension of plain white matt board, (“passe-partout” and backing board): 25 cm x 25 cm
Full mounting and shipping specifications are in the Conditions of Entry
Entry packages must include:
The completed entry form;
The works being presented to the jury;
The entry fees or Eventbrite payment confirmation page;
The artist’s résumé, (maximum 1 page); and
A short statement about the work submitted, (maximum 75 words).
Before submitting your artworks, please read the Full Conditions of Entry online or by downloading the PDF below for the Eleventh International Miniature Print Biennale Exhibition: https://www.artottawa.ca/miniprint-biennale
Submission Delivery
Mailing address for your prints:
Ottawa School of Art
35 George St. (ByWard Market)
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1N 8W5
About the Ottawa School of Art
Located in Canada's Capital City, the Ottawa School of Art has been a cornerstone of the arts community for over 145 years. OSA offers courses, workshops, and diploma programs for artists at every stage of their journey — from beginners discovering a new passion to professionals refining their craft.
Learn more about the 11th International Miniprint Biennale in 2027 and view the 2025 Prize Winners.
For more information, please contact:
Cathy Brake, OSA Gallery and Boutique Coordinator 613-241-7471 ext. 27 boutique@artottawa.ca