Trekell 2025 Juried Pet Portrait Competition Panel

Create. Compete. Celebrate Your Craft.

The Trekell Pet Portrait Competition is back—and it’s bigger, bolder, and more inspiring than ever. The 2025 edition brings a fresh wave of creativity, featuring a brand-new panel shape designed to challenge your imagination and highlight the unique personality of every pet you paint.

This year, we’re honored to welcome Alai Ganuza as our juror. Known for her refined technique and vibrant visual storytelling, Alai will judge entries with a keen eye for excellence and originality. This is your chance to be recognized by a leader in the art community and to earn your place among Trekell’s most celebrated artists.

By purchasing the limited-edition 2025 Pet Portrait Competition Panel, you’re securing your official entry into the competition—plus a beautifully crafted canvas to bring your vision to life.

Let your creativity shine, connect with fellow artists, and compete for an incredible lineup of prizes. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just beginning your artistic journey, there’s a category for you.

Panel Details:

• Dimensions: 8" x 8" – compact, versatile, and perfect for pet portraits

• Material: 1/2" Thick Raw Baltic Birch – B/BB Grade for professional quality

• Surface Prep: Pre-sanded with 180-grit sandpaper for a smooth painting experience

• Sealing & Priming: Suggested before painting—choose your preferred products for custom results

• Media Compatibility: Ideal for oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, ink, charcoal, pastel, pencil, pyrography, and enamel when properly prepped

• Display: Keyhole in the back for easy, hardware-free hanging

• Made in the USA – Crafted with care, built to last

Prize Categories:

Advanced

For artists with 5+ years of experience mastering medium, design, and technique.

• 🥇 $1,000

• 🥈 $750

• 🥉 $500

Intermediate

For artists with 2–4 years of painting experience and solid control of value and form.

• 🥇 $500

• 🥈 $250

• 🥉 $150

Beginner

For artists painting for 2 years or less, exploring foundational skills.

• 🥇 $250

• 🥈 $150

• 🥉 $100

Kids (12 & Under)

Celebrate young creativity!

• 🏆 First, second, and third place winners receive mystery prizes full of fun surprises.

Top Animal Category

Pro Team artists will choose their favorite dog, cat, and other pet portraits.

• 🐾 Each winner receives a $100 Trekell Gift Card

Pro Team Picks

Selected by Trekell Pro Team members, these winners receive an exclusive brush set curated by the artist who picked them.

Trekell Staff Picks

18 standout entries selected by the Trekell team will each receive a $25 Gift Certificate.

Rules & Guidelines:

• One Win Per Artist – You may enter as many times as you'd like, but you can only win once.

• Panel Requirement – All entries must be painted on the official 2025 Trekell Pet Portrait Panel.

• Juried Format – This is a skill-based competition. Winners are chosen for their artistic merit, not by random draw.

• Deadline: All entries must be submitted by August 31st, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST. Late entries will not be accepted.

Be sure to review the full competition rules and submission instructions before entering.  Entires can be submitted here. We can’t wait to see what you create!

Order your 2025 Trekell Pet Portrait Panel today and be part of an inspiring tradition that celebrates pets, paints, and the people who love them. 🎨🐾