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Oil Painters of America will holding its 28th National Juried Exhibition of Representational Oil Paintings, May 10 through June 7, 2019 at Illume Gallery of Fine Art in St. George, Utah.

Approximately 30 awards will be given with a total value estimated in excess of $100,000, including a $25,000 Best of Show. Convention events will include a wet paint competition with awards, demonstrations, interviews and exhibitors. Juror of Awards will be distinguished Master Signature Artist Kenn Backhaus OPAM.

Deadline for online submissions is Friday, January 25, 2019. To enter, artists must reside in the U.S., Canada or Mexico and be a paid 2019 member of OPA at an annual fee of $70. OPA is currently accepting new member applications.

National Exhibition entry fee: $30 for one entry, $45 for two entries; $60 for three entries; only one painting may be accepted. Maximum size limit is 1200 sq. in. For a prospectus, visit our website at www.oilpaintersofamerica.com.

http://oilpaintersofamerica.com/events/exhibitions/2019/national/index.cfm

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