Governor Joe Lombardo Official Portrait Call

Governor Joe Lombardo Official Portrait Call is open to all professional portrait artists living in the United States with demonstrated experience in commissioned portraiture work. The commissioned portrait will hang in the Nevada State Capitol.

Pursuant to NRS 223.121, the portrait must be painted in oil paint and be appropriately framed. The painting and framing must be done in the same manner, style, and size (34” – 38” wide, and 48” – 51 3/8” tall) as the portraits of former governors displayed in the Capitol Building.

Upon selection of the artist, a contract between the artist and the State of Nevada will be generated. Compensation for the painting of the portrait, including all supplies, framing, hanging hardware, shipping, and travel expenses, is $40,000. Payment will be made upon delivery of the approved and framed portrait.

APPLICATIONS OPEN:
Jan. 5, 2026, 8 a.m. PT

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Feb. 28, 2026, 5 p.m. PT

COMMISSION AMOUNT::
$40,000

PAINTING PRODUCTION PERIOD: 
June – November 2026

SEEKING:
Professional Portraiture Artists living in the United States