The 26th International Miniature Art Show will feature grand art on a Lilliputian scale.

Cover Story
Only its popularity is large
Art that is no larger than a sixth of the object it represents draws more fans and practitioners each year. The 26th international show this month should be a big surprise in many ways.

• Artist finds the little things count
  Markissia Billiris is known for her work as a professional portrait painter, and she prides herself on 30 years of artistic experience. Born in New York, she currently lives in Tarpon Springs with her husband, Michael Billiris, a former city commissioner for Tarpon Springs, and her son, John.

Film
Costner too visible in 'Thirteen Days'
His star power elevates a supporting role to the forefront and distracts from an otherwise well-paced history lesson.

What would Homer say?
In O Brother, Where Art Thou?, the brothers Coen apply their loopy lunacy to Greek tragedy.

'Antitrust' has a lot of N.U.R.V.
This film is set in a corporation all too reminiscent of recent antitrust newspaper headlines. But its plot isn't nearly as inventive as its main character's software.

Deliciously Mamet
The writer/director serves up a juicy satire of Hollywood with a capable cast in State and Main.

Persall's Top Five
Recent releases recommended by Times film critic Steve Persall:

Family Movie Guide
The Family Movie Guide should be used along with the Motion Picture Association of America rating system for selecting movies suitable for children.

Also in theaters
Don't expect these to hang around

Video
Farrellys' humor is painful to watch
Jim Carrey's characters are normally funny. In Me, Myself & Irene, they're just pathetic and unlikable.

Pop
The remaking of Kevin Moore
The blues-pop singer and guitarist, now known as Keb' Mo', says success came when he stopped chasing trends and started following his heart.

Pop: Ticket window
On the horizon

Team Pop Trivia
This week's winner: Jeannine Hnizdo knew that Black Crowes lead singer Chris Robinson rang in the new year by marrying actor Kate Hudson, daughter of actor Goldie Hawn.

Don't pigeonhole George Winston
First, they called it jazz, and then it was New Age, and then meditational. But this pianist's music doesn't fall neatly into categories.

Pop: Hot Ticket
For the adventurous

Explore the blues-tinged world of Eddy Clearwater
10 PRESSING QUESTIONS

Art
Art: Best bets
Art critic Mary Ann Marger's recommendations for this weekend. Please refer to the Art Calendar for details.

Art: Hot ticket
Art lovers, direct your feet

TimeOut
Comedy to chew on
John Pinette brings his food humor to Centro Ybor's new Improv Comedy Theater and Restaurant.

Get Away
Tributes to a dream
Tributes to mark the birthday of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. are scheduled around the Tampa Bay area during the holiday weekend.

Get Away: Down the road
Events to watch for; details in future editions of Weekend.

Get Away: Hot Ticket
Leaving the earthbound behind

Be it resolved
Local celebrities want to eat better and spend more time with family and friends in the new year.

Nite Out: Hot Ticket
Bouncing back in life, career

Dine
Dish it up
BayWalk's Dish takes stir-frying beyond the wok with sauces such as Thai mushroom, alfredo, marinara and barbecue. You pick the ingredients and someone else does the cooking.

Side dish
SURVEY SAYS

Stage
Stage: On the horizon
Mozart -- Anne Akiko Meyers is the soloist in Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 5 with the Florida Orchestra, Nicholas McGegan conducting, Jan. 18-21. $20-$38.

Drawn to Shawn
Actor David Shapiro has been in several of playwright Wallace Shawn's works. In The Designated Mourner, he is at home in the role of Jack.

Stage: Hot Ticket
Annie get your microphone

King's world
Schoolchildren of all ages and races dancing and storytelling and a community choir are set to be part of the King Day celebration at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center.

Shop
Hopelessly devoted
Wondrous creatures that they are, pets provide warmth, solace and love, and they don't hold grudges. Not even after they have been neglected in the hubbub of the holidays. A full 80 percent or more of U.S. pet owners buy gifts for their pets, and who knows how many people ignore expert advice and give pets as holiday presents? Why not pamper them now?