Southwest Artists was founded at the end of World War ll to help heal the wounds of war. Today we are still faced with challenges, but our National Competitions continue to flourish! The show will be held at our Mena Arkansas Art Gallery. MAG is located in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains at the foot of Rich Mountain. It happens to be the start of the Talimena National Scenic Byway. The area is a Plein Air Painter and Photographer's Paradise! This show aims to bring together the best of art depicting life and landscapes of America, with a focus on the heartland.

This exhibition is limited to original, two-dimensional painting in oil, watercolor, pastel, acrylic and other mediums completed within the last 5 years.  Computer generated art, photography or over painted photography are NOT eligible.  Size is limited to 38 inches in any direction, including frame.  For complete information, note carefully our prospectus. We are grateful for your participation!

We welcome you to the 8th Annual Small Works National Competition.  Please read the prospectus carefully for complete information.  However, here are some quick facts:

Entries Close: March 22, 2024

Show Dates: May 1 to June 22, 2024

Entry Fees:  1st entry: $40;  following entries: $20 ea.

Maximum size: including frame: 16 inches in any direction NOT including frame.

Deadline to receive in gallery: April 24, 2024

Cash Awards:

Best in Show $800

1st Place $300

2nd Place $200

3rd Place $100

Arkansas Artist $150

People's Choice Award $100

We welcome your entries.  If you have questions you may direct them to our Juried Shows Committee Chairman, Sandra Thomas
email: skthomas1961@gmail.com

www.southwestartists.org

www.menaartgallery.org