The Haywood County Arts Council is seeking artists for its third annual Small Works show to be held Nov. 17-Dec. 31 at Gallery 86 at 86 N. Main Street in Waynesville.

The show has grown from 68 western North Carolina artists represented in 2008 to 96 artists in 2009. The show provides opportunity for budding artists to exhibit their work, as well as opportunity for more seasoned artists to test their boundaries.

It is open to artists with a permanent address in the Qualla Boundary or following counties: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Surry, Swain, Transylvania, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin, and Yancey.

All pieces submitted must be exactly 12 inches or smaller in every dimension, including base, matting and frame. Artists are required to submit a minimum of three pieces and maximum of five original pieces. Those entering the show will pay a fee of $20 for handling and publicity. Work must be original, all work must be for sale, must have been created in the last two years. Artwork must be received by Nov. 5.

For application or information on how to submit artwork, email Brittany Martin at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., visit the web site at www.haywoodarts.org or call 828.452.0593.