{"product_id":"pet-portrait-competition-panel","title":"Trekell 2026 Juried Pet Portrait Competition Panel","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA New Shape. A New Judge. Your Best Work Yet.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Trekell Pet Portrait Competition returns for 2026 with a fresh format and 36 opportunities to win prizes and recognition. This year's panel measures 8\" x 10\", giving you more space to capture the personality and presence of your subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're proud to welcome this year's juror, Hannah Webb, also known as The Obanoth. She will select winners based on creativity, skill, and originality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour entry begins with the official 2026 Trekell Pet Portrait Panel. Complete your artwork directly on the panel, photograph it, and submit your image through our website to be considered for prizes and recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis competition is open to artists of all skill levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurchase the official 2026 competition panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate your pet portrait directly on the panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake a clear photo of your finished artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmit your image here: https:\/\/www.trekell.com\/pages\/pet-portrait-2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmit before 11:59 PM PST on August 31, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePanel Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 8\" x 10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 1\/2\" thick raw Baltic Birch (B\/BB grade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface: Pre-sanded with 180-grit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrep: Sealing and priming recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, ink, charcoal, pastel, pencil, pyrography, and enamel when properly prepared\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: Keyhole on the back for easy hanging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrize Categories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced (5+ years experience)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1st place: $1,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2nd place: $750\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3rd place: $500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntermediate (2–4 years experience)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1st place: $500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2nd place: $250\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3rd place: $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeginner (2 years or less)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1st place: $250\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2nd place: $150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3rd place: $100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKids (12 and under)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners receive mystery prize packs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTop Media Categories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 Oil, 3 Acrylic, 3 Watercolor \u0026amp; 3 All Other Media winners selected by the Trekell Pro Team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach receives a $100 Trekell gift card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Animal Categories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Dog, 1 Cat \u0026amp; 1 Other Animal winners selected by Trekell Pro Team artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach receives a curated brush set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrekell Staff Picks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 artists receive a $25 Trekell gift certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRules and Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne win per artist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple entries allowed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtwork must be created on the official 2026 Trekell Pet Portrait Panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional media only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo digital or AI generated artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntries must be submitted as a photo of your completed artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit your entry here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trekell.com\/pages\/pet-portrait\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.trekell.com\/pages\/pet-portrait-2025\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal deadline: 11:59 PM PST on August 31, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder your 2026 Trekell Pet Portrait Panel today and be part of a growing tradition celebrating pets, creativity, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Limited Edition Router Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32096913293405,"sku":"PPC-Raw","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0252\/2021\/8973\/files\/petport-26.jpg?v=1774907534","url":"https:\/\/www.trekell.com\/products\/pet-portrait-competition-panel","provider":"Trekell Art Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}