The Josephy Center for Arts & Culture has opened submissions for the 43rd Annual Wallowa Valley Arts Festival, a juried fine art exhibition in Joseph, Oregon, scheduled for September 18–20, 2026. The festival offers over $7,500 in awards across media including painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art, with a submission deadline of July 31, 2026.
This festival is a key regional event in Eastern Oregon, drawing collectors and artists to a community known for its bronze foundries and galleries. It provides visibility and sales opportunities for artists, with cash prizes and an En Plein Air competition, reinforcing the cultural vitality of the Wallowa Valley.