Their competitions are open to all artists working in the United States, and submissions are reviewed through a blind jurying process, with decisions based solely on the artwork. They take an expansive view of painting, welcoming all styles, subjects, and media, provided the work is original. No educational credentials are required for our regional competitions; the only exception is our annual MFA competition. Artists applying to the MFA competition are also eligible to apply to their regional competition within the same calendar year.