The nonprofit organization Oil Painters of America (OPA) will soon launch its 34th National Juried Exhibition of Traditional Oils at the Herrig Center for the Arts in Bradenton. On view will be representational paintings created by approximately 200 artists, as well as many of OPA’s Master Signature artists.
The opening week will encompass OPA’s annual convention (May 27–June 1), the highlight of which is the reception and awards ceremony set for May 30. At that time, awards juror Patrick Saunders will present roughly $100,000 in cash and merchandise prizes, including the $25,000 Gold Medal.
This busy period will also encompass the fifth annual Student Art Competitions targeted at younger artists aged 14–18 and 19–23. The top three winners in each division will be invited to display their works in tandem with the National Exhibition.
At a Glance:
OIL PAINTERS OF AMERICA NATIONAL EXHIBITION
Herrig Center for the Arts
Bradenton, Florida
oilpaintersofamerica.org
May 30–June 28, 2025
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