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Oil Painters of Americaaward
2026 National Juried Salon
Artist retains IP
- Who Can Apply: Open to current Oil Painters of America members (Student Associate, Associate, Signature) residing in North America.
- The Focus: This juried exhibition seeks to assemble the finest representational oil paintings, focusing on high-quality draftsmanship, color, and composition. The show emphasizes a diversity of representational styles and subject matter.
- The Funding: Approximately $30,000 in cash and merchandise will be awarded. Prizes usually range between $100 and $4,000. The application fee starts at $35.
- Key Requirements: Submit up to three original oil paintings (max 320 sq. in.) created in the last five years.
DeadlineFriday, June 12, 2026
Application fee$35
Durationapprox. 1 month
Program datesJuly 31 - August 29, 2026
LocationHamilton, MT
Career stagesStudent, Emerging, Mid-Career, Established
DisciplinesVisual Arts
Application notesArtists may submit up to three paintings, but only one may be accepted. Paintings must be original oil works created within the last 5 years and not exceed 320 square inches unframed. Works previously accepted into a physical OPA Exhibition or awarded in an OPA Online showcase are ineligible. All work must be for sale. Accepted work must be framed with two D-rings and no plastic or metal frames. Digital images must be JPG, JPEG, PNG or HEIC, max 5MB, and between 1400 and 4000 pixels on the longest side.
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Oil Painters of America