| The annual 12×12 Art Fundraiser is an eclectic fusion of works by 175 Oklahoma artists and live entertainment for a memorable one-night-only art event!Artists create a unique work within the dimensions of 12"x12” and attendees can bid for pieces they want to purchase in an online auction. Proceeds from tickets and artwork sales go towards sustaining OVAC’s mission to grow and develop Oklahoma's visual arts community through education, promotion, connection, and funding. |
THE 2024 EVENT Stay tuned for updates on the 2025 event! Experience a night of creativity, connection, and celebration at our 12x12 Art Fundraiser. Immerse yourself in a vibrant showcase featuring 175 Oklahoma artists. The atmosphere comes alive with live music, delicious local bites, and the buzz of artistic energy. Engage with the artists, discover the stories behind their creations, and perhaps find that perfect piece to adorn your space! Whether you're an art advocate, a seasoned collector, or someone simply looking for something to do in town, 12x12 promises an unforgettable evening of art, community, and the joy of supporting local creativity.
THE 2024 ARTISTS The 12x12 Art Fundraiser is OVAC's largest fundraising event of the year, raising vital funds for all of our programs. Participating artists will create a work that conforms to the dimensions of twelve-by-twelve inches or twelve-by-twelve-by-twelve for 3D work. Artists create original work for 12x12 after application acceptance. The next call for 12x12 artists will open in the Summer of 2025.
GET INVOLVED From slinging tickets to artwork installation, there's a spot for everyone on the 12x12 volunteer crew! And better yet, each volunteer gets a FREE ticket to the event! No experience? No worries. Your enthusiasm and energy are what truly matters to us and we will train necessary volunteers leading up to the main event! The next call for 12x12 Volunteers will open in August of 2025.
2024 COMMITTEE MEMBERS The call for 12x12 Committee Members will open in the Spring of 2025. | THE 2024 COMMITTEE Casey Gilman
Event & Logistics Sub-Committee Head
Norman, Oklahoma + BIO
Casey Gilman is an artist, educator, and amateur gardener from Norman, OK. Casey is ready to help Oklahoma artists thrive in whatever way possible, whether that’s through her work at the Firehouse Art Center or by volunteering for community art organizations. Jasmine Ignacio
Marketing Sub-Committee Head
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma + BIO
Jasmine Ignacio is an aspiring student within the Arts Administration program in her college. She is currently an art teacher for children from walking age to four years old in the downtown OKC area. She has been working on many creative projects within the past three years and is currently in the process of writing her first book. Mady Hendryx
Sponsorship & Fundraising Sub-Committee Head
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma + BIO
Mady Hendryx, an Oklahoma native, holds a BA in Music with minors in Nonprofit Management and Sociology from OSU. Currently, as the Executive Coordinator at Arts Council Oklahoma City, she manages donor stewardship, marketing, and serves as a liaison to various committees. With past roles at Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma and Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Mady brings a wealth of experience. Engaged in volunteer activities, she co-chairs the 2024 Momentum committee and serves on young professional boards for the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City Philharmonic, and Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation. Additionally, she contributes to the Sunny Dayz Mural Festival committee. In her free time, Mady enjoys acrylic painting and reading. |
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12x12 Art Fundraiser raises vital funds for all of OVAC’s programs and services, ensuring Oklahoma is a place where visual artists can thrive and make an impact in their communities. Your support TODAY enables us to continue this important work throughout the state. |
2024 12X12 SPONSORS
VISIONARY SPONSORS
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CHAMPION SPONSORS
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Bob Curtis, Peggy Kates, Lance & Cindy Ruffel, Diane Salamon, Sara & Kyle Sweet
ENTHUSIAST SPONSORS
Bruce & Sheryl Benbrook, Todd & Tiffany Davis, Bill Hawk, Jane Iverson-Ross, Doug Stussi
ADVOCATE SPONSORS
Fitzsimmons Architects, Paseo Arts Association, NBC Bank, Todd Edmonds, Hillary, Peter & Rowan Farrell, Barbara Gabel, Dan Garrett, Bailey Gordon, Lindsay Harkness, Walt & Jean Hendrickson, Mady Hendryx, Zachary Hunter, HSEarchitects, BC Clark Jewelers, Trent Lawson, John Marshall, Anthony & Aubrey McDermid, John McNeese, Gus & Emily Pekara, Elizabeth Richards, Lissa Barr Shaw, Roger Runge, Jennifer Tipple, Beth Tolbert, Tinker Federal Credit Union, Alisa Weatherman, Christopher & Lori Winland, Linda Whittington, Amy Young
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| CONTACT US Phone: (405)879-2400 Office Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9AM–5PM | ADDRESS Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition 1720 N. Shartel Ave. Suite B. Oklahoma City, OK 73103 |
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