Red Rock Pastel Society of Nevada
Red Rock Pastel Society of Nevada

Green: Online Exhibit

2026 International Online Exhibition March 10 – April 30, 2026 Online: redrockpsnv.org
Deadline is February 25th. 15 weeks left to enter. Open to artists worldwide.
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Deadline for entry: February 25, 2026

Overview

The Red Rock Pastel Society of Nevada proudly presents “Green,” our 2026 International Online Exhibition.

This virtual exhibition celebrates creative interpretations of the color, emotion, and environment of “Green.”

If your work is for sale and available to ship, consider dual entry in the In-Person Exhibition held in Sevierville, Tennessee.

The in-person division offers higher awards, printed catalog inclusion, and the opportunity for your work to be viewed by collectors and the public.

Artists may enter regardless of membership status or location.

Venue

Awards

Best in Show – $500 or sponsor prize of equal or greater value
First Place – $300 or sponsor prize of equal or greater value
Second Place – $250 or sponsor prize of equal or greater value
Third Place – $200 or sponsor prize of equal or greater value
Honorable Mentions – Merchandise or Cash Awards

All accepted works will appear on the RRPSNV website and social media platforms.

Juror of Selection and Judge

Tony Allain

Red Rock Exhibition Chair/Curator

Dasha Jamison

Entry Fees

  • Non-Member: $30 first image / $10 each additional
  • Member: $25 first image / $10 each additional
  • Platinum Member: $20 first image / $10 each additional
Up to five entries per artist. A PayPal account is not required; any valid credit card may be used. Fees are non-refundable.

Entering in both Online and In-Person

Artists who intend to enter both the In-Person and Online exhibitions may use the coupon code DUALENTRY when submitting. This option provides a $15 discount entry fee. Each division requires a separate submission on ShowSubmit, but the Dual Entry rate acknowledges participation in both exhibitions. This discount is available exclusively to artists entering both divisions. Improper use of the code may result in disqualification or forfeiture of entry.

Eligibility

  • Open to artists worldwide. Membership in the Red Rock Pastel Society of Nevada is not required but encouraged.

    Join at redrockpsnv.org/get-involved
  • Works may be marked “For Sale” or “Not for Sale.”
  • For-sale works that are selected may also be invited to the In-Person Exhibition if available to ship.
  • Failure to meet these conditions will result in disqualification. No substitutions.
  • Judges and jurors of either division (Online or In-Person) are not eligible to enter or exhibit in any part of the “Green” Exhibition.

Eligible work

This is a themed show. The theme is GREEN and your own artistic interpretation of it. Please read carefully to make sure that your work meets the following entry requirements:
  • The theme is “Green.”
  • Entries may explore “Green” through color, emotion, or environment.
  • Work must be executed in dry pastel, with at least 80% of the surface consisting of dry pastel. No oil pastel on top layer.
  • Only two-dimensional works accepted. No mixed-media collage, sculpture, or digital pastel.
  • Work must be original, drawn entirely by the artist. No copies, AI, or use of others’ photos.
  • May not have received major awards (Best in Show, 1st–3rd) in any prior exhibition.
  • Must have been created within the last five years.
  • Nudes accepted if suitable for public exhibition.
  • Works created under instruction (workshops, classes) are not eligible.
  • Works shown in RRPSNV Member Juried Exhibitions 2019–2024 are not eligible.
  • Works accepted in the 2024 RRPSNV Online Exhibition or Tony Graduates Showcase may be entered if they meet the theme and eligibility rules.
Failure to meet these conditions will result in disqualification. No substitutions.

Use of Proceeds

All proceeds from entry fees support Red Rock’s in-person community engagement initiatives, including free children’s pastel workshops and public art programming held during the “Green” exhibition period in Sevierville, Tennessee. These events expand access to pastel education and strengthen the connection between artists and the local community.

Awards Procedure

Online awards will be judged virtually between March 16 and 18, 2026, and announced on March 19, 2026. Works that received awards in the In-Person Exhibition are not eligible for Online Exhibition awards. All award certificates and sponsor prizes will be delivered electronically or by mail.

The Red Rock Pastel Society of Nevada reserves the right to modify prospectus details without prior notice.

Entry submission signifies acceptance of all terms and conditions.

Additional Notification Information

Notifications will be emailed and posted in your ShowSubmit account by the end of the day on March 5, 2026.

You may view the notification in your ShowSubmit account by logging in and tapping the Notifications at the top right of the screen, or in your Entry History.

If you do not receive your email, login and view the notification in your account. We cannot respond to inquiries regarding the status of notifications.

Note: Entries made prior to 2023 may not display the View Notification link.

Image and Filename Specifications

  • File Format: Submit original, high-quality JPEG image files. Other formats (e.g., PNG, TIFF) are not accepted.
  • Crop Your Image: Ensure only the artwork itself is visible in the image. Do not show any visible matting, frames, or background distractions.
  • Orientation: Make sure your image is oriented correctly (right side up) so that the artwork appears in its intended viewing direction.
  • Image Size: You do not need to resize your image files before uploading. The system will automatically resize them. Smaller images cannot be enlarged to meet the requirements, so ensure your images are high resolution before uploading.
  • File Names: You do not need to rename your files before uploading them. The system will handle any file naming requirements.
  • File Size: There is a 30mb maximum file size limit. Larger image files will take longer to upload and process.

Additional Entry Information

  • You will pay for your entry by credit or debit card using our secure checkout system.
  • After your entry is submitted and paid for, you may log back in to review your entry, edit artist and image information, and add or substitute images up until the entry deadline (February 25, 2026.)
  • Entry fees are not refundable and must be submitted and paid by the entry deadline.
  • Entries cannot be accepted or changed after the deadline. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.

Support

For questions about RRPSNV or this Prospectus, please contact Dasha Jamison ([email protected]).

For technical support or entry questions, first check our Help Center or Entry Guide. If you still need help, email ShowSubmit Support ([email protected]). We’ll respond between 9am and 6pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday.