62nd Annual Open Juried Art Competition

The Anaheim Art Association is hosting its 62nd Annual Open Juried Art Competition, to be exhibited in the Main Gallery of the MuzeO.

• Register/submissions on OnlineJuriedShows August 1, 2026 to October 11, 2026
• Selected art notifications October 17, 2026
• Artwork Delivery Friday, November 6th and Saturday November 7th 2026 11am to 2pm
• Exhibition Dates November 28, 2026 - January 31, 2027
• Open Receptions November 28th Time TBD
• Closing Reception 1:00pm to 3:00pm followed by the Award Ceremony that will begin at 3:00pm. All artworks must be picked up at the conclusion of the Award ceremony, or the artworks will become the property of the Anaheim Art Association.

Awards

• Best of Show $300
• 1st place in each category $100
• 2nd place each category $80
• 3rd Place each category $60
• Special Awards $50 Gift card awards
• Cash Awards & Honorable Mentions will be awarded at the juror's discretion

Jurors

Fine Art Juror Joe Oakes

Joe A. Oakes is a distinguished landscape artist whose vibrant interpretations of the American West captivate with a unique blend of traditional and contemporary elements. He harnesses the region's beauty, transforming works into vivid compositions, evoking the timeless spirit of the land. His signature style, characterized by bold hues of orange and deep violet shadows, reflects his connection to nature.

Oakes was a curious and observant child that embarked on his artistic journey at a young age, drawing inspiration from the natural world. Despite holding a BFA in graphic design, he is largely self-taught in the medium of painting. His dedication to perfecting his craft is evident in his masterful use of acrylics and his reliance on dry brush techniques, giving his work a unique texture and illusion of blending. He has garnered recognition for his ability to translate the beauty of the Southwest into compelling visual narratives. His accolades include, finalist in the prestigious "AcrylicWorks - The Best of Acrylics" competitions and securing top honors in various juried exhibitions. His work has been exhibited in venues like the Albuquerque Museum and the High Desert Museum, reinforcing his status as a prominent figure in contemporary landscape painting.

As he continues to evolve as an artist, Joe A. Oakes aspires to broaden the reach of his work and gain further acknowledgment for his unconventional approach to depicting Western landscapes. His lifelong commitment to art is driven by a desire to share his reverence for nature with a wider audience.

Photography Judge Ron Roberson

Media specialist, Videographer, photographer.

Categories

• Acrylic
• Drawing
• Mixed Media/Other Media
• Oil
• Pastel
• Watercolor
• Basic Photography and Manipulated Composite

Show Rules

• All artist submitting artwork to this show may be required either work at check-in or agree to sit the gallery for at least one (1) two-hour shift on either any Friday, Saturday or Sunday during the show. The shifts start 10am and end at 4pm (this is subject to MuzeO change).
• All work must be original. No Class Work and none done under instruction, No AI created or assisted work is allowed. No Giclee' or other prints will be allowed.
• No copies, reproductions, interpretation of studies of another artist's works will be accepted into the competition. Sourced referenced materials, i.e., photographs may only be used with written approval from the photographer or artwork is not eligible.
• No restrictions on the date completed.
• All work must be framed or gallery wrapped with painted sides.
• No wet paintings. All entries must have wire hangers on the back; and NO saw tooth hangers will be accepted.
• Size limit is 43" in either direction including frame.
• Name, Title, email, phone number and medium placed on the back using Anaheim Art Association's form.
• No entry shall be permitted to have another media on top of a photograph, print or giclee.
• Entry limit shall be Four (4).
• There must be at least 12 entries in each category or they will be combined with the next smallest category.
• No piece shall receive more than one award and no artist will receive more than three awards. Exception: A Mayor's or the MuzeO Director's award, if issued, could be awarded to a piece that has received an award from the juror.
• Any Artwork that has won an award in any prior Anaheim Art Association Open is not eligible for entry into this event, except if it had won only an Honorable Mention.
• A 30% commission will be due to the MuzeO for any Sales.
• All works must be appropriate and in good taste.
• The show chairman will resolve all questions concerning entries, categories or submissions.
• All Artwork must remain on display until the end of the show. Artwork must be picked up at the conclusion of the awards ceremony or February on 4th, 5th, or 6th or the artwork will become the property of the Anaheim Art Association. If you cannot pickup the artwork on these days, please do not enter this event.
• Any violation of any of these rules will lead to disqualification and removal from the show until collected. All final decisions about entry eligibility will be determined by the juror and or the show chairman.

Images must be jpg, under 4 mb, and in sRGB colorspace. For best results, images should be at least 1920 pixels on the longest side @ 72 dpi.

Member entry fees are $35 for the first entry and $10.00 each for each additional entry, the entry maximum shall be Four (4). Non-Member entry fees are $45 for the first entry and $15.00 each for each additional entry, the entry maximum shall be Four (4).

Please be advised that this is a juried event with not all artwork being accepted into the competition by the Judge. Entry Fees are not refundable.