First Friday Gallery Walk is an event organized by the Paseo Arts Association and Paseo Arts District, every first Friday from 6-9 PM, rain or shine. First Friday is located in the historic Paseo Arts District, Oklahoma City's unique art community.

Over 80 artists and more than 25 businesses and galleries participate, all within walking distance. Opening receptions showcase the new work of the gallery/studio owners or the work of guest artists.

Paseo Arts District | 3024 Paseo | Oklahoma City, OK 73103

Explore Anthony McCall's groundbreaking "solid light" works in the North American debut of Anthony McCall: Solid Light. Presented in collaboration with Tate, UK, visitors will experience breaktaking interactive light sculptures in Oklahoma Contemporary's Eleanor Kirkpatrick Main Gallery.

For more information: 405-951-0000, okcontemp.org/solidlight

Image: Installation photography of Anthony McCall: Solid Light exhibition at Tate Modern, June 27, 2024–June 29, 2025. © Anthony McCall; Photo © Tate.

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This Event is provided by Oklahoma Contemporary and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 11 NW 11th Street, Oklahoma City, OK, 73103

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Life Figure Session open studio for visual artists, live model provided. Sometimes, the models are clothed. Please text 479-280-0298 or 405-882-9912 to RSVP (as this is a weekly drop-in session), or to confirm whether that week's session is suitable for those under 18.

Weekly Life Figure Sessions (Gestures) on Wednesdays, 7-9 pm; $15 per artist.

The 2nd Wednesday of every month is Long Pose, from 7-10 pm; $20 per artist.

Some supplies are provided for use.

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On the Edge: The Abstract World of Frederick Hammersley traces the artist’s pursuit of abstraction across spontaneous compositions, geometric designs, and works that sought to break from tradition. Frederick Hammersley (1919–2009) is recognized as a key figure in the mid-century Hard-edge movement—a style defined by precise geometric compositions and a strong focus on the relationship between color and form, marked by sharp edges and clearly defined shapes. This exhibition features more than 45 paintings and drawings from the Hugon Collection, offering a unique glimpse into Hammersley’s distinctive style and artistic process.

On the Edge: The Abstract World of Frederick Hammersley is organized by the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art and supported by the Hugon Family and generous donors to the museum’s endowment.
Image: Frederick Hammersley, Out of the Blue (#7), 1994, oil on linen. The Hugon Collection.

Included with museum admission. Free for children and teens, 17 and under. General admission for adults is $12.

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This Event is provided by Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 555 Elm Ave. Norman, OK 73019

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Explore a monumental outdoor installation by Oklahoma City–based artists Denise Duong and Gabriel Friedman that transforms Campbell Art Park into a site of story, symbolism, and discovery. Conceived as a constellation of six sculptural forms, including a head, a hand, and four birdlike spheres, the work invites viewers to enter a world where order and chaos intertwine.

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This Event is provided by Oklahoma Contemporary and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 11 NW 11th Street, Oklahoma City, OK, 73103

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SHOP 108, located within 108|Contemporary is accepting submissions from artists living in Oklahoma and neighboring states for the 2027 year. We are seeking craftspeople whose work represents the cutting edge of the region’s fine craft art. Submissions are accepted June 1 – September 6, 2026. Work that meets the jury selection process and criteria will be showcased to sell on-site and online throughout the 2027 calendar year.

Apply

More information can be found at 108contemporary.org

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This Opportunity is provided by 108|Contemporary and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 108 E Reconciliation Wy, Tulsa, OK 74103

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PRISMA ART PRIZE — ROME — 20th EDITION

International Open Call for Painters, Illustrators, Printmakers and Traditional 2D Artists

Prisma Art Prize opens its 20th edition, continuing its mission as an international platform dedicated to painting and two-dimensional artistic research.

Based in Rome, the prize welcomes artists from all over the world and supports the many directions that contemporary painting can take today: from figurative to abstract, from intimate visual narratives to experimental approaches, from traditional techniques to hybrid forms of image-making.

The 20th edition will lead to the annual group exhibition at Palazzo Merulana, Rome, opening on 5 November 2026, in one of the city’s most significant cultural venues.

Annual Awards & Opportunities:

• Cash prizes: €2,000 per year, distributed across the four quarterly calls
• Annual exhibition: group exhibition at Palazzo Merulana, Rome — opening 5 November 2026
• Solo shows: Isorrophia Gallery Prize + Pallavicini–Dettori Prize
• Artist residencies: Dar Meso Residency Prize, Osservatoriomaree Residency Prize
• Editorial opportunities: catalogue publication, artist interviews and online features
• Additional partner prizes and opportunities to be announced

Timeline — 20th Edition

• Submissions open: 4 June 2026
• Submissions close: 10 September 2026
• Winners announcement: September 2026
• Exhibition selections announcement: September 2026
• Annual prizes announcement: September 2026
• Annual exhibition opening: 5 November 2026, Palazzo Merulana, Rome

Entry Fees:

€34 for 1–3 artworks

€5 for each additional artwork, up to 8 artworks total

Payment options: PayPal, credit card, bank transfer

Curated by Domenico De Chirico

Artistic Direction: Marco Crispano

Production: Il Varco Creative Hub

Submit your work: https://www.prismaartprize.com/submit/

More info: https://www.prismaartprize.com/about/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prismaartprize/

Email: prismaartprize@gmail.com

Explore light, rhythm, and pattern in Chad Mount: Frequency and Perspective. In this installation, Mount employs projection mapping, laser light, generative visuals, and sound to create spaces that respond to presence and perception. Viewers step into an immersive environment at the intersection of art and technology.

okcontemp.org/chadmount

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FEAST (Funding Emerging Artists Through Sustainable Tactics) is an annual artist grant program managed by the Paseo Arts Association that provides five hopeful artists with the opportunity to fund their creative vision, project or artistic endeavors.

Every October, selected finalists and patrons attend an evening dinner gathering where finalists pitch their projects, and the community selects a winner by vote. The selected artist receives up to $2,000 in financial support for their project and returns to the event the following year to provide an update. All fields of art are eligible!

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This Opportunity is provided by Friends of the Paseo Arts & Creativity Center and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: Paseo Arts & Creativity Center

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Looking to have your own art show? Exhibit applications are due on October 1, 2026, for 2027 solo or group art exhibits at the galleries of the Paseo Arts Association's Paseo Arts & Creativity Center (PACC) located in the historic Paseo Arts District.

The PAA Exhibits Committee and PAA Staff provide professional art installation, a gallery poster, press release, artwork labels, social media graphic/post, current exhibit page on website, an opening reception during the First Friday Gallery Walk with the option to hold a private event during the month.

PAA Staff and Volunteers manage sales during regular gallery hours Tuesday-Friday 11a-5p and Saturday 12-5p. The PAA's commission on all art sales is 20%.

Apply

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This Opportunity is provided by Friends of the Paseo Arts & Creativity Center and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: Paseo Arts & Creativity Center

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We're excited to invite you to Yoga at the Museum, happening every Tuesday in July! ✨

These weekly sessions offer a perfect blend of art, mindfulness, and movement in a peaceful gallery setting. Led by Dr. Carol Bender.

Admission is free, you will only need to bring a yoga mat, comfortable clothes, and a willingness to relax.

Each session welcomes all levels, from first-timers to expert practitioners, adults only.

Spots are limited, so we encourage you to arrive early for the sessions. Doors open at 5:15 PM.

Learn more

The address for this event is: 720 S Husband St. Stillwater, OK, 74074

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As part of Third Friday Downtown, the OSU Museum of Art will stay open late, inviting you to wind down your week with art.

Drop in for a hands-on activity or simply enjoy a relaxed stroll through the galleries. It’s a great way to kick off your evening downtown. Free and open to all!

Third Friday Downtown happens every third Friday of the month—come downtown to explore! Special events, businesses open late, and one-night-only specials are just some of the happenings you’ll find.

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The address for this event is: 720 S Husband St. Stillwater, OK, 74074

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In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Doel Reed Center in Taos, New Mexico, The Reed Family art exhibition brings together works by Doel Reed—an influential printmaker and longtime educator at Oklahoma State University—and his wife Jane and daughter Martha, both creators in their own right. Jane, a watercolorist who also worked in pen and ink, and Martha, a designer and artist. Together, the Reed family reflects a sense of place, grounded in a shared love of home.

ON VIEW | July 28 - October 31, 2026

RECEPTION | August 21, 2026, 5:00 PM

Learn More Here!

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Experience Chris Ramsay: A World View, an intimate exhibition featuring three intricate globe-like sculptures by artist and educator Chris Ramsay. Filled with birds, insects, fruit, and found objects, these handcrafted works reward careful observation while exploring our relationship with nature, curiosity, and discovery.

The exhibition honors the lasting legacy of a beloved Oklahoma State University professor whose work continues to inspire.

ON VIEW | July 28 - November 21, 2026

RECEPTION | August 21, 2026, 5:00 PM

Learn More Here!

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Every Tuesday| 11 AM – 4 PM

Join our student Museum Associates every Tuesday for free, informal 15–20 minute tours highlighting unique pieces of our exhibitions and stories from our collection.

No registration needed—just drop in and ask the front desk for a tour!

Open to all.

Learn More Here!

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Every Thursday | 11 AM - 4 PM

Unleash your creativity at the OSU Museum of Art with "Drop-in & Draw," a free, weekly drawing session every Thursday.

Immerse yourself in our inspiring galleries, where pencils and paper are provided for you to sketch the wonders around you. Open to the entire Oklahoma community, from OSU students to Stillwater locals, this program is a perfect opportunity to relax, reflect, and nurture your inner artist through the simple, yet powerful medium of drawing.

Learn More Here!

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Our Grants for Artists Education Assistance Grant application opens on August 1st with an application deadline of October 15th! Whether it's painting, sculpting, curating, or art writing, we invite you to dive into our current grant opportunities!

Open to all visual mediums, curation, and art writing.

Learn more and apply today at ovac-ok.org/grantsforartists

Questions? Reach out to Administrative and Artist Relations Manager, Ariana Weir-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC)

Our Grants for Artists Professional Basics Grant application opens on August 1st with an application deadline of October 15th! Whether it's painting, sculpting, curating, or art writing, we invite you to dive into our current grant opportunities!
Apply today

Open to all visual mediums, curation, and art writing.

Learn more and apply today at ovac-ok.org/grantsforartists

Questions? Reach out to Administrative and Artist Relations Manager, Ariana Weir-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC)

Our Grants for Artists Creative Projects Grant application opens on August 1st with an application deadline of October 15th! Whether it's painting, sculpting, curating, or art writing, we invite you to dive into our current grant opportunities!
Apply today

Open to all visual mediums, curation, and art writing.

Learn more and apply today at ovac-ok.org/grantsforartists

Questions? Reach out to Administrative and Artist Relations Manager, Ariana Weir-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC)

Our Grants for Artists Community/Artist Partnerships Grant application opens on August 1st with an application deadline of October 15th! Whether it's painting, sculpting, curating, or art writing, we invite you to dive into our current grant opportunities!
Apply Today

Open to all visual mediums, curation, and art writing.

Learn more and apply today at ovac-ok.org/grantsforartists

For questions or assistance with your application. Reach out to Administrative and Artist Relations Manager, Ariana Weir-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org or call (405) 879-2400 Ex. 5.

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition

The Hopper Prize is now accepting entries for $4,500 and $1,000 artist grants.

They will be providing 6 grants totaling $13,000 USD. 2 artists will each receive $4,500 and 4 artists will each receive $1,000.

This is an open call to visual artists age 18 and older. All visual media eligible.

This open call provides you with a direct path to get your work in front of an international community of curators, artists, gallerists, and arts administrators.

In addition to grants, 30 artists will be selected for a shortlist. Additional exposure is available via our online Journal as well as our Instagram feed, currently reaching an audience over 175k.

Submit your work here.

Deadline: November 17, 2026

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Richardson is a self-described “colorist” whose paintings are built entirely from color and balance rather than recognizable subjects. She works in acrylic for its blending properties, finessing subtle transitions from one hue to the next with everything from the smallest brushes to wide bristles and palette knives, layering tones until each canvas hums. “I’m absolutely passionate about color,” Richardson says. “Dreams in vivid tones saturate my mind.”

Central to every composition is a sense of balance — symmetrical or asymmetrical — that she follows by instinct rather than rule, turning a canvas in all directions until its “color-weight-interest” reaches parity. She even signs her work up the right side as part of that equilibrium. Because no single object anchors the image, the paintings carry a timeless appeal, and viewers tend to describe them with mood adjectives: festive, mellow, energized, peaceful, jubilant, spiritual, or pensive.

An artist with deep Oklahoma City roots, Richardson grew up in the city and earned a BS in Fashion with a minor in Journalism from the University of Oklahoma. Her work continues to evolve through new textures, colors, and uses of space. “You’ll see energetic tones and texture intertwine against a serene backdrop,” she says, “often with a saucy jolt that leaves the viewer uplifted.”

The exhibition opens with an artist reception on Tuesday August 4th, from 5 - 7 pm, and remains on view through October 30, 2026.

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The address for this event is: 100 N Broadway Ave. OKC, OK, 73102

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Artist applications are open for Ink the Block Party 2026! We are seeking applications for Woodblock artists, Artist vendors, Muralists, and Volunteers. You can see an overview of the applications below, but for details please visit osc-arts.com to learn more and see all associated fees and deadlines. Actual event date is September 19, 2026 from 2-8PM in the 300 block of downtown Norman, Oklahoma on Crawford Ave.

FEE SUMMARY AT A GLANCE

Woodblock, registration only: $25

Registration plus 2x2 block: $40

Registration plus 2x4 block: $50

Artist vendor: $75

Muralist: Free (with $500 award per selected artist)

WOODBLOCK ARTIST (STEAMROLLER PRINT)

Artists carve a woodblock that gets inked and printed live via steamroller onto at least one piece of washed muslin cloth. OSC-Press supplies 2' x 4' MDF at 1/2" thick; self-supplied blocks must be 2'x2' or 2'x4' and 1/2" thick (other sizes require prior approval). Optional laid-back carving sessions run 6 to 8 PM on two evenings before the event, and artists can opt in to help print on event day. Blocks must be dropped off before 6 PM on the Saturday prior.

Fees:

Registration only (bring or reuse your own block): $25

2x2 MDF block plus registration: $40

2x4 MDF block plus registration: $50

ARTIST VENDORS (MARKET)

Artist market vending on event day. Vendors must provide a sales tax permit number (STS format) or SSN plus their vendor name via the city form, and must collect and remit Oklahoma sales tax (filing a Special Event Promoter application if they lack a permit). Food trucks additionally register with the City Clerk, meet OK Health Department regulations, and pass a Norman Fire Department inspection. Load-in is 12:30 PM, setup complete by 2 PM, and vendors stay until at least 7 PM (breakdown and cleanup at 8 PM).

Fee: $75 standard vending fee.

MURALIST

Four selected muralists create live, large-scale works on dedicated 4x4 ft panels in the 300 block of the Walker Arts District. Free to apply and participate; each selected artist receives a $500 award, is featured in event promotions, and works in a public, family-friendly setting. Artists bring their own supplies, with limited supplies provided by Uncanny Art House. Application deadline is August 31, 2026, with acceptance notifications on September 7.

Fee: none (free to apply; $500 award to each of the 4 selected).

VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers can help with woodblock printing prep, setup, hospitality, steamroller printing (inking and layout, or clean-hands fabric handling), live mural assist, live music assist, and breakdown. Shift options include woodblock prep on Sept 16 and 18, event-day shifts on Sept 19 (early 11 AM to 3 PM, midday 2 to 6 PM, closing 5 to 9 PM), and pre-event flyer distribution.

Fee: none.

Learn More and Apply Here!

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The address for this event is: 106 East Main St., Norman, OK 73069

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108|Contemporary is thrilled to present the work of Aaron Jones in Big MOdels, a solo exhibition by the award-winning architect and mixed-media artist based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. On view August 7 – September 19, 2026 this exhibition explores linkages between our ecological and architectural legacies through the thematic capacities of experimental printmaking techniques and architectural study models.

On view August 7 - September 19, 2026

Open Hours:

Tuesday - Saturday, 12:00 - 5:00 pm

First Fridays of the month, 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Exhibition Opening:

Friday, August 7, 2026 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm

Artist Talk:

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 1:00 pm

ASL interpretation provided

Aaron Jones Workshop at TCC:

Monday, August 17, 2026 from 5:30 – 7:00 pm

at TCC McKeon Center for Creativity

Transitive State Performance:

Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 1:00 pm

Thank you to our exhibition sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor:

Cecil and Virgie Burton Foundation

Artist Award Sponsor:

Oklahoma Arts Council, which receives support from the State of Oklahoma and the National Endowment for the Arts

Program Partner:

VISION Arts Grant, City of Tulsa

Learn More Here!

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The address for this event is: 108 East Reconciliation Way, Tulsa, OK, 74103

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Experience free hands-on art activities designed to be inclusive of visitors of all ages and abilities, inspired by our exhibitions. ✂️

Enjoy "Storytime in the Museum" hosted by the Stillwater Public Library at 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM.

Activities are come-and-go, 11 AM – 2 PM.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Learn More Here!

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Look Again: Encountering the Art of Otto Duecker features more than 100 extraordinary paintings celebrating the artist's six-decade career in hyperrealism. An Oklahoma State University alumnus, Duecker transforms everyday subjects into astonishing works of art, from lifelike portraits and trompe l'oeil paintings to floating fruit, clothing, handwritten notes, and his iconic Drifters series.

Using only traditional oil paint and brushes, he achieves remarkable illusions that challenge perception and reward careful observation. This retrospective invites visitors to slow down, look closer, and discover the extraordinary craftsmanship and wonder hidden within the ordinary.

ON VIEW | August 12 - January 23, 2027

RECEPTION | October 1, 2026, 5:00 PM

Learn More Here!

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Are you an artist in need of critical medical, mental health, or dental treatment? Has a medical emergency impacted your creative practice? The Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants program provides grants of up to $5,000 for recent, unexpected medical, dental, and mental health emergencies experienced by artists in financial need who are creating in the visual arts, film/video/electronic/digital arts, or choreography. Privacy is guaranteed. Cycle 38 is now open until September 15 for emergencies occurring February 1, 2026 and later.  Please click here for details

Learn more from our recorded info session. Watch it here

Cycles will continue on a recurring basis.

This program is open to artists living anywhere in the U.S., its territories, tribal nations, and the District of Columbia. Artists with disabilities, artists of color, and artists living outside of New York are particularly encouraged to apply. These programs are supported by the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation and administered by NYFA. For more information, email emergencyfunds@nyfa.org, or call 212/366-6900 x 239.

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