Entries for round 5 of The Bennett Prize are officially open! A leading award supporting women figurative realist painters, the prize champions work that brings depth, presence, and resonance to the human figure.
Entering a decade, thebennettprize continues its mission to address inequities in the art world while advancing painters who have yet to receive full professional recognition. One artist will receive $75,000 for a solo exhibition, and a runner-up will receive $10,000. Both will be featured in a nationally traveling exhibition designed to expand visibility and impact.
Apply and be seen by September 19, 2026, at 11:59pm MST.
To learn more, visit the link in bio or
tinyurl.com/apply-for-the-bennett-prize.
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1 - Jenny Morgan (Bennett Prize® 1 finalist), “Shadow Sister” (2016), oil on canvas, 38 x 26 x 2 inches
2 - Michelle Doll (Bennett Prize® 1 honorable mention and brand ambassador), “Family (Miller Vargas)” (2023), oil on canvas, 70 x 50 inches
3 - Linda Infante Ly...