PleinAir Magazine - September Pleinair Salon Online Art Competition

• PleinAir Magazine

• Deadline: September 30th, 2025

• Category: Paintings

• Prize: $50,000 in Total Cash Prizes + Publication

• Entry Fees: Yes

• REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

Each year, the PleinAir Salon Art Competition unfolds in a unique and exciting way. Divided into 12 monthly online competitions, the event allows artists a full year of opportunities to showcase their work. Monthly winners earn automatic entry into the annual grand competition, where they compete for national exposure, recognition, and a share of over $50,000 in total cash prizes. This structure not only makes the competition accessible throughout the year, but also builds momentum and excitement as the top winners are revealed.

Established by PleinAir magazine, the competition is rooted in the plein air tradition yet expands far beyond it. The magazine features outstanding representational artwork of all types—not just paintings created outdoors. In keeping with that inclusive spirit, the competition welcomes a broad range of submissions. Unless a piece is being entered in a plein air-specific category, it doesn't have to be painted on location. The reality is that many plein air painters complete their works in the studio or pursue entirely different subject matter. What matters most here is quality. At its core, this competition is about honoring great paintings—regardless of how or where they come to life.