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2026 National Salon

General Information

  • Cassens Fine Art
  • 215 W. Main St., Hamilton, MT 59840
  • 406.363.4112
  • Submission Dates:
  • April 1, 2026 - June 12, 2026

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    2026 National Salon Prospectus

· Jan 26, 2026 ·

2026 National Salon
Entries accepted April 1, 2026 through June 12, 2026. Cassens Fine Art, Hamilton, Montana
Location: Hamilton, Montana
July 31, 2026 12:00 am - August 29, 2026 11:59 pm
April 1, 2026 12:00 am - June 12, 2026 11:59 pm

Oil Painters of America’s 2026 National Salon

Oil Painters of America is pleased to present the 2026 National Salon, an exhibition presented  to showcase Student Associate, Associate and Signature members. This exhibition will be hosted by Cassens Fine Art, in Hamilton, Montana, July 31 through August 29, 2026, with the opening reception and awards being held on Friday, July 31 from 5 pm to 7:00 pm.

July 31, 2026 – August 29, 2026
Awards Announcement: July 31, 2026

National Salon Prospectus

Awards and Jurors

  • Awards: The total awards will be approximately $30,000 in cash and merchandise
  • Jurors:

    The awarding juror will be James Crandall OPAM.

    • James Crandall OPAM

Show Information

  • Show Rules: Show Rules can be found here: Show Rules
  • Eligible Artists:  Citizens and most non-resident aliens who currently live on the continent of North America are eligible to compete. Please see eligibility details on the OPA website.
  • Opa Membership: Not a member and want to enter the Show? Learn how to become a member

Events

    July 2, 2026
  • Acceptance Notification
Painting Submission
Artwork submission is now closed.

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