About the Call Full Details
Oil Painters of America (OPA) is hosting the 2026 National Salon, an exhibition focused on representational oil paintings in small formats. This call invites artists from across the United States to showcase their technical prowess and creative expression within the constraints of smaller dimensions.
Approximately 180 works will be selected for this curated event. The salon serves as a prominent platform for representational oil painters to gain national recognition and participate in a high-caliber professional exhibition.
Entry Fees
$35 first painting, $15 second painting, $10 third painting
The Prizes
$20,000 in awards