Royal Society of Miniature Painters, Sculptors and Gravers

Patron: King Charles III

Supporting the values of 16th Century miniature art since 1896

What is miniature art?

What qualifies as ‘miniature art’? Find out more about the criteria.

View our latest exhibition

View all the artwork from our 2025 Annual Exhibition. 

Our members

The Society has over 75 highly talented minaturists from around the world.

Since 1896

The Royal Society Of Miniature Painters, Sculptors & Gravers was founded in 1896 by Alyn Williams. 

The Society’s Inaugural Exhibition – held in 1896 in the Modern Gallery – was the first to be devoted exclusively to contemporary Miniatures and was an immediate success.

King Edward VII granted the Royal Charter in 1905. In 1926 The RMS extended its welcome to other forms of Miniature Art, and recognition of this wider scope was officially confirmed when Sculptors And Gravers were added to its name by Royal Command of King George V.

The Society’s aims are to Esteem, Protect and Practice the Traditional 16th Century Art of Miniature Work, emphasizing the infinite patience needed for its fine techniques.

Patron His Majesty King Charles III

President Tom Mulliner

Support the Society

We have been supporting and encouraging artists for over 200 years. Find out how you can help us in our mission by making a donation or becoming a benefactor.

For Artists:

Become a member

Are you an artist who loves creating in miniature?

How to submit / exhibition rules

Find out about our upcoming exhibitions and how to submit.

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