The Royal Society of Portrait Painters OPEN CALL

Eligibility

Eligible countries: No country restriction

Up to four original works, longest side 2.4m; sculpture and photography not admissible.

The Royal Society of Portrait Painters OPEN CALL Prizes and Awards | Promoted just added Updated: 02 November 2026 Prizes and Awards | Promoted just added The Royal Society of Portrait Painters OPEN CALL Updated: 02 November 2026 The Royal Society of Portrait Painters (RP) invites artists worldwide, aged 18 and over, to submit artwork for the RP Annual Exhibition 2027 at Mall Galleries. Who can apply: - Artists may enter a maximum of four artworks each. - Works should be no larger than 2.4m along the longest dimension. - All works must be an original creation by the artist - Acceptable media: paintings, drawings and original prints, including digital or iPad prints. Sculpture and photography are not admissible. What you get: Selected artists will have their work exhibited at Mall Galleries, London, with potential for sales and commissions. There are over £35,000 worth of incredible prizes and awards on offer, including The William Lock Portrait Prize of £20,000. Deadline 02 February 2027

Award

£20,000

Exhibition at Mall Galleries with potential sales and commissions

What to submit

Work samples