Mini Art / Big Cause: Small Works, Big Impact
Support Mini Art/Big Cause at this year’s 104th Anniversary Vernissage: The Black & White Art Party (Thursday, November 13th), we’re celebrating creativity with a purpose. Our Mini Art/Big Cause sale is back — and it’s one of the most inspiring parts of the evening.
Each 4x4-inch miniature masterpiece has been lovingly created by artists from the Pacific Art League community. These small-but-mighty works are a great and affordable way to collect original art — especially from artists who typically sell their work for hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Every piece holds a story, a spark, and a purpose: proceeds help fund summer art camps for children with learning differences at AchieveKids, a local school serving students with moderate to severe learning disabilities.
Proceeds provide art supplies, specialized support, and hands-on creative instruction that allow young artists to express themselves, build confidence, and discover new skills through art. It’s the kind of magic that happens when art becomes a bridge — connecting generosity with imagination.
How It Works
From 6–7 PM, Vernissage guests with a $100 Early Access ticket get first choice of mini artworks — a chance to select their favorite piece before the crowd. Additional selections are just $50 each.
Then at 7 PM, the Blind Mini Art Sale begins — and the mystery unfolds. All remaining pieces will be wrapped and sold for $35 each, keeping buyers guessing until they unwrap their new treasure. Whether you score a local gem or a future collectible, every purchase transforms into an act of kindness and community support.
Why It Matters
Art has the power to heal, inspire, and connect — and this event is proof. Your purchase directly funds art education for students who thrive when given creative tools and space to explore. Together, we’re making art accessible, inclusive, and transformative.
Participating Artists
These artists are the heartbeat of this fundraiser — their creativity fuels the programs that keep art alive and accessible in our community.
BeBe Jacobs, Bill Jackson, Carmen Lax, Chela Noto, Cherise Thompson, Claudia Gray, Conrad Fernandes, David Douglas, Dane Roberts, Dawn Tower, Diana Warner-Wang, Dustin Adamson, Ellen Markoff, Fiorenza Gorini, Greg Meissner, Halcyon Teed, Helen Kim, Jan Prisco, Laura Hughes, LeeRhee Webster, Maura Carta, Marco Zecchin, Marissa Huang, Mark Dorbin, Mike Pitzer, Natalia Drachinskaya, Natalia Shevchenko, Nicholas Collins, Patricia Jones, Patricia Tollefson, Rachel Levin, Rafael DeSoto, Ria Krishnan, Robert Dvorak, Roberta Kiphuth, Shannon Amidon, Sunny Toy, Vanessa Callanta, Vidyut Singhal, Viktoria Berezovska, Wayne Kvenvold, and Xioasy Chen.