May Salon Art Prize Online Art Competition

International Deadline: May 31, 2026 – The 16th Annual Salon Art Prize is an online art competition with 11 monthly cycles, and is open to a variety of mediums and styles.

ELIGIBILITY
Competition is open to residents of any state or country where acceptable by law. All individuals entering must be at least 18 years of age to accept cash prizes.

Open to paintings/drawings only: Photography, AI, digital, printed or painted over photographs are prohibitied.

BENEFITS & AWARDS
The Salon Art Prize Annual Awards (formerly the PleinAir Salon) are presented each year at the Plein Air Convention & Expo. The winners are brought up on stage to receive their awards. In 2026 we will now have TWO Grand Prize winners presented with a check for $15,000! In addition to cash prizes, winners are promoted throughout our various magazines, newsletters and social media platforms.

The Salon Art Prize consists of 19 categories.

Monthly Awards
$24,750 in Monthly Cash Prizes: The Salon Art Prize consists of 11 monthly cycles with 22 winners, and awards $2,250 each month. Plus, all monthly winners receive a showcase in PleinAir Magazine and Fine Art Connoisseur, plus online displays across multiple venues… more.

Annual Awards & Venue
The PleinAr Salon Art Competition Annual Awards are presented each year at the Plein Air Convention & Expo. The Top 25 Finalists are all invited to attend the Plein Air Convention where the Salon Art Prize Awards will be announced live on stage.

• First Place Overall – $15,000 + the cover of PleinAir Magazine, plus more
• Fine Art Connoisseur Grand Prize – $15,000 Cash Prize, plus more
• Second Place Overall – $4,000
• Third Place Overall – $2,000
• Three Honorable Mentions (3) – $750
• Best Medium (4) – $500
• plus much more

JURORS
The PleinAir Salon Art Competition selects award-winning artists, gallery owners, and museum directors to judge its competitions… see more.

ENTRY FEE
There is an Early Bird Discounts… Visit us for details.

APPLY ONLINE
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