16th Annual Salon Art Prize Monthly Awards Awards

June 2026 Awards

By kstoberJuly 24, 2026No Comments

FINALISTS

The judge for the June 2026 Salon Art Prize was Award-winning artist Peggy Immel.

Each month all the entries are reviewed and scored by a judge. The paintings with the highest scores become the Finalists. The awards for the monthly competition are selected from this group of finalists.

A towering rocky mountain peak is partly covered by clouds, with pine trees and large boulders in the foreground under a blue sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A cobblestone street with people walking, sitting, and leading donkeys; colorful houses line the sides, and a church stands in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A city parking lot is surrounded by tall brick buildings in the warm light of either morning or evening, with shadows stretching across the pavement and parked cars visible along the sides. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A peaceful landscape with a winding river reflecting the blue sky, bordered by grasses and distant trees under a clear day. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Close-up view of deep blue water with gentle waves and shimmering highlights reflecting sunlight, creating a calming and serene atmosphere. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Still life with green apples, leafy vine, two glass bottles, a mosaic box, and a terracotta pot on a white-clothed table against a pale green wall. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Painting of birch trees with white bark and yellow autumn leaves in a sunlit field, with soft mountains and hazy sky in the background, creating a peaceful, natural scene. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

An impressionist painting of pink roses and rosebuds with green leaves, set against a soft, blurred background. One rose is in full bloom, surrounded by several buds. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A colorful mosaic-style illustration of a cactus with pink flowers, set against a vibrant, abstract yellow and orange background. The name Madeline appears in the lower right corner. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

An impressionist painting of a rustic clay pot with green leafy branches and white flowers, set against a textured, muted background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A sailboat with cream-colored sails glides across blue water under a clear sky. An American flag flies at the stern, and a distant shoreline is visible in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A close-up view of tangled, dry tree branches and twigs, mostly gray and brown, with sparse greenery in the background under a cloudy sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A group of people sit at outdoor tables under large yellow umbrellas surrounded by greenery and potted plants, beside a yellow building on a sunny day. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A single pink rose with green leaves is shown against a solid black background, highlighting the delicate petals and the intricate details of the flower. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of a landscape with large, fluffy clouds against a blue sky, above a flat, green and brown field with a distant horizon. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A covered wagon with red wheels and a white canvas top sits in a grassy field under a clear sky, with barrels and jugs inside and a shadow cast to the left. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Colorful pastel drawing of a prickly pear cactus with purple pads and red fruit, surrounded by yellow-green grass and shaded by dark purple and green shadows. The artist’s signature, “Lilly,” is visible near the bottom. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A busy city street with cars, lanterns, and dragon decorations overhead, surrounded by tall buildings and numerous signs. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A serene sunset over a marshy landscape, with the sun reflecting on a winding waterway, surrounded by green grass and distant trees under a cloudy sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A blue CSX locomotive engine pulls a tanker car through an industrial area on a foggy, rainy evening, with cranes in the background and glowing lights reflecting on wet pavement. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A muddy country path with puddles runs through lush greenery, wildflowers, and trees, enclosed by wooden fences under a partly cloudy sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A calm river with scattered rocks and logs flows past trees with green and golden leaves, reflecting the surrounding landscape on a clear, sunny day. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A terracotta pot with various green succulents and trailing vines sits on wooden slats in sunlight, casting soft shadows on the wall behind. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A snowy landscape with rolling hills, scattered trees, and a cloudy sky. The scene is painted in soft, muted tones of white, blue, and purple, evoking a quiet, winter atmosphere. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A snow-covered forest scene with a large tree trunk, thick snow on branches and ground, and a background of evergreen trees under a soft blue sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A marsh landscape at sunset, with tall grasses in the foreground, reflective water, and silhouetted trees and palm trees on the horizon under a partly cloudy sky with warm sunlight. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A dimly lit barn stands by a flooded field at dusk. Cows graze near the water, illuminated by a yellow light on the barn, with reflections shimmering on the wet ground. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of a sunlit landscape with tall grass, green cacti, and a large tree in the center. The background features more trees and soft natural light, creating a peaceful, natural scene. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A colorful painting of ocean waves crashing onto rocky shore, with splashes of white foam, a blue sky, and distant land with green hills in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A longhorn cow stands in a grassy field at dusk with a small calf beneath her, surrounded by dark green trees and a blue sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Powerful ocean waves crash dramatically against a rugged, rocky cliff under a dark, stormy sky. The detailed, monochrome image emphasizes the intense motion and mist created by the surging water. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Watercolor painting of a calm lake with trees along the shoreline, their reflections visible in the water. The scene is misty with soft, muted green and gray tones, evoking a peaceful, serene atmosphere. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A person wearing a cap sits in the cab of a black steam locomotive numbered 1309. Steam rises from the train’s mechanical parts, and the sky is clear and blue. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

An older woman sits at a table holding a teacup and an axe. Paper stars and a crescent moon hang behind her; wooden trees and a fox figurine are on the table. The image is in black and white. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Three horses stand side by side behind a wooden fence in sunlight, with soft shadows and a blurred, green background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Two girls in bright red coats run through a vibrant field of red flowers. One girl smiles while holding a flower; the other is farther away, facing the background, with wind blowing their hair and petals scattered around. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painted glass vase holds bright yellow flowers with green stems and leaves, set against a muted, abstract background with soft brushstrokes. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A group of Native American warriors in traditional attire, some on horseback, raise weapons and shields while surrounded by tipis under a bright sky. Dust rises as they move together. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A pine tree stands beside a clear lake with blue-green water, rocky shore, and distant green hills under a bright sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A winter scene with snow-covered ground, bare trees, wooden fences, long blue shadows, and soft sunlight. Animal tracks are visible in the snow, creating a peaceful, serene atmosphere. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Watercolor painting of a snowy landscape with a house on the right, trees in the background, and muted sunlight casting soft shadows across the snow-covered ground. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A full moon reflects on a calm river flowing through green marshland, with dark trees on the horizon under a deep blue night sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A landscape with grassy wetlands in the foreground, a distant hill, and a dramatic sky filled with clouds and patches of blue. The sunlight casts a warm glow on the horizon. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A woman with a large, curly afro wears a yellow-orange patterned dress and holds a pomegranate in her left hand, gazing at it against a purple background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Several sailboats float on calm water at sunset, with soft golden and orange hues reflecting in the misty sky and shimmering on the water’s surface. The scene is peaceful and tranquil. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A waterfall cascades over rocky ledges surrounded by green trees and bushes, with white water splashing into a pool below. Sunlight highlights parts of the rocks and water, creating a serene nature scene. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A tall tree with reddish leaves stands near bushes in a misty, grassy field at sunset or sunrise, with a soft, hazy sun low on the horizon. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A young person with a long, segmented ponytail looks over their shoulder. The face is realistic, while the body is outlined in black lines. The person wears a chunky chain necklace and bracelets. The background is plain. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of a vintage red fire truck adorned with American flag bunting is shown parked on a sunlit street, with shadows and reflections adding depth and vibrancy to the scene. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Sunlight shimmers on gentle blue and turquoise waves, creating sparkling reflections and soft ripples across the surface of the water. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A rustic wooden shed with a patchy roof stands in sunlight, surrounded by tall grass and wildflowers. A fence and trees are visible in the background under a clear blue sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A large ocean wave with white foam crashes, sending spray into the air. The water is deep blue and turquoise with sunlight reflecting on the moving surface. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Impressionist painting of a city street with tall buildings, green trees, a red church tower in the background, and soft light casting shadows on the road and surrounding structures. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A textured painting of a traditional Japanese shrine in a lush, green forest. Stone lanterns line a path leading to the wooden building, which features a sloped roof and intricate details. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A pastel painting of an empty water slide at a pool, with metal stairs and green trees in the background. The slide twists and turns above the blue water. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Sunlight streams through a large window onto a cluttered kitchen sink filled with dirty dishes, glasses, and utensils. Cabinets and counters are crowded, creating a busy yet warm, homey atmosphere. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A large ocean wave crashes dramatically against dark rocks under a hazy sky, sending white spray into the air, with turbulent water in shades of green and blue. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A landscape painting shows a cloudy sky above a row of green trees and brown grass, with misty blue mountains in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of ocean waves crashing onto dark, rocky shore under a cloudy sky. The scene captures the movement of water and the texture of the rocks in cool, muted tones. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Painting of tall, bright yellow sunflowers with large green leaves surrounding a wooden bench, set against a background of dark green foliage, creating a peaceful garden scene. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A woman in a hat and patterned shirt smiles while feeding a brown horse with a saddle, outdoors on a sunny day. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A person with a bicycle stands at a crosswalk near a white building labeled TACOTERIA as cars, pedestrians, and a bus move through a city street at sunset. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A person draped in lace fabric holds a lit candle in the dark, faintly illuminated by its soft glow. Their face and hand are visible, creating a mysterious, dramatic atmosphere. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Watercolor painting of a countryside scene with a stone church, tall cypress trees, a path, and a sunny sky. Lush greenery and distant mountains complete the peaceful rural landscape. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A winding dirt path curves through a grassy field, bordered by green shrubs and trees, under a partly cloudy sky with soft sunlight. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Painting of waves crashing against rocky cliffs, with water splashing and mist rising. The scene features cool blue and green tones, capturing the energy of the ocean. Signature appears in the bottom left corner. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Two men in cowboy hats and blue shirts stand side by side in an impressionistic painting with textured brushstrokes and a light, abstract background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A snowy landscape with a winding river reflecting the soft orange and pink hues of a sunset, surrounded by frosty grass and bare trees against a dark forest background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A pastel landscape shows calm water reflecting green trees and pinkish light, with a sunlit grassy area and hazy background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A white horse with gray spots wearing a black bridle bows its head gracefully against a plain background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A tall glass vase filled with long-stemmed pink and purple flowers, with green leaves and stems visible through the clear vase, painted in a soft, impressionistic style. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Close-up of a vibrant ornamental cabbage with pink, purple, and green leaves, featuring detailed veins and layered textures. The overlapping leaves create a striking, colorful pattern. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Oil painting of tall, snow-covered mountains under a cloudy sky, with green pine trees and a grassy field in the foreground. Cool and muted tones dominate the serene landscape. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Watercolor painting of three large, soft pink roses with green leaves and a blurred dark background, creating a dreamy and delicate floral scene. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A vibrant sunset over green fields, with scattered trees and a glowing sky of blue, yellow, and orange hues, partially covered by dark clouds. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A snowy forest landscape with trees in the background, sunlight casting shadows on the snow, and patches of exposed earth and branches scattered throughout. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of watermelon slices on a plate next to a wine glass filled with grapes, set against a vibrant red draped background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A rushing mountain stream flows over rocky terrain with pine trees and sunlight in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of a swan with extended wings gliding over dark water, its head down and beak slightly open, capturing movement and light on its feathers. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of an old, weathered car parked on a street near a tree, with sunlight casting shadows and a stop sign visible in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A shiny silver Airstream trailer is parked among lush greenery. Two yellow lawn chairs and a small table sit in front, with palm trees and a blue sky overhead. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Three Native American men in traditional attire, holding weapons and feathers, appear to be in a dramatic, dusty scene with a buffalo skull on the ground and a tipi in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A vibrant sunset over a wetland with golden and orange clouds reflecting in the water, silhouetted trees, and a blue sky transitioning to dusk. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of a turbulent ocean wave crashing, with white foam and green water under a cloudy sky. The scene captures the dynamic motion and energy of the sea. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

An impressionist painting of palm trees and green foliage set against a blue sky with scattered clouds, with distant fields visible in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Two people relax on grass near a rocky seaside cliff under a blue sky. One reads a book, both wear hats and summer clothes. The ocean and rocks are in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of a docked ship and a small boat on turquoise water. People stand on the pier, and a seagull flies nearby. The scene is bright and peaceful with a clear blue sky. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Painting of a rocky mountain peak with patches of snow, green trees in the foreground, and a bright blue sky above. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A ballerina in a white tutu and leotard gracefully dances, one arm extended upward and the other out to the side, set against a warm, abstract background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Sand dunes with tall grasses under a colorful sky at sunset; a weathered wooden fence runs through the scene, with the ocean visible on the horizon and trees in the background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A weathered buffalo skull with curved horns lies on dry, cracked earth surrounded by sparse, brown grasses and twigs. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A blue stream flows under a concrete bridge with streetlights. Power lines and towers stretch across a bright, clear sky. Green bushes and trees line the banks. The artist’s signature reads “Kendall ‘21.”. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A painting of a grassy landscape at sunset, with large, illuminated clouds in a bright blue sky. A dirt path leads through the scene, flanked by bushes and low hills. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Five cow skulls with horns are arranged on reddish-brown ground, casting long shadows. The skulls are white with touches of blue and purple, giving a vibrant contrast to the warm background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

A boy with a cast covered in drawings sits at a table, reading a book, surrounded by origami animals and hanging paper clouds and cranes. Sunlight streams through a window beside him. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Impressionist painting of an empty urban street at dusk, with power lines, brick buildings, traffic lights in the distance, and textured brushstrokes creating a moody, atmospheric scene. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

Impressionist painting of a white fishing boat docked at a pier, with green masts and rigging, set against a blue sky and water background. 15th Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition

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