The Bennett Prize 5 is a biennial, highly prestigious award for women figurative realist painters. The prize offers a total of $75,000 over two consecutive years, with a $10,000 runner‑up award, and culminates in a traveling solo exhibition organized by the Muskegon Museum of Art. The competition is open to women 18 years or older who reside in the United States and whose primary practice is the creation of original figurative realist paintings. Applicants must not be full‑ or part‑time students during the award period and must maintain a studio in the U.S. The entry fee is $50, and submissions must include 3–5 paintings plus one detail image, totaling 4–6 images. The deadline for entry is 11:59 p.m. MDT on September 19, 2026. Selected finalists will exhibit from May 20 to August 22, 2027, with the winner’s solo show following in 2029. The prize provides significant financial support, professional exposure, and a platform for career advancement.