The purpose of Gallery 1624 is to showcase diminutive original art by professional, amateur, and student artists. This miniature gallery is located along a sidewalk in Springfield, Illinois for public viewing.
Created and curated by Seth! Leary, the gallery can be found at 1624 Holmes Avenue.
Please follow the gallery on social media. Links are in the navigation as is a link to the current and previous exhibitions. The second exhibition is now open!
Anyone interested in participating in an exhibition is encouraged to contact me. Group shows, solo shows, student shows. See more information here.
Thank you for visiting. Enjoy and tell your friends! You may also leave a Google review.
Yes, the artwork is original. It’s small but it is all original. See the descriptions of each exhibition for details of individual works.
Is the artwork for sale?
Yes, in many cases it is. The current exhibition has purchase links with each piece’s description. For other shows, contact the gallery if you are interested in a purchase.
Can my artwork be in an exhibition?
Potentially! Please have a look at this page for more information.
Why are there cameras at the gallery?
This is primarily for the security of the gallery. Hopefully it will discourage would-be vandals. No, you will not show up in a future TikTok video unless you do something terrible to the gallery.
Is the gallery pet friendly?
Yes, it sure it. 🙂 Free drinks for pups are provided.
Tiny Muse began with a rescue Betta named Sasha. When he came into my life, I had no idea that this tiny fish would become such an important source of inspiration. What started as a single portrait grew into an ongoing fascination with the color, movement, and individuality of these remarkable fish.
Created specifically for Gallery 1624’s micro gallery space, Tiny Muse brings together a new collection of miniature paintings featuring fish beloved by their owners and shared with me through the online Betta community. Every portrait is based on a real fish, each with its own personality, story, and devoted human admirer.
While the paintings themselves are miniature, the fish are portrayed with a life-size presence. Working at this scale creates an intimate viewing experience, inviting visitors to look closely and appreciate the details that make each Betta unique.
Over the years, painting Bettas has connected me with a wonderful community of people who care deeply about these often-overlooked animals. This exhibition is my way of honoring those connections and acknowledging the unexpected paths that inspiration can take.
Gallery 1624 