Bethesda Painting Awards 2025 Winners (2026 (22nd))
Announced June 3, 2026
- Best in Show — $10,000: Monica Ikegwu
- Second place — $2,000: Julia Gould
- Third place — $1,000: Elizabeth Coffey
Baltimore artist Monica Ikegwu took Best in Show ($10,000) for her figurative work at the 22nd Bethesda Painting Awards. Julia Gould (Baltimore) placed second and Elizabeth Coffey (Richmond) third; winners were announced at the June 3 opening at Gallery B.