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

Our Grants for Artists Education Assistance Grant application opens on February 15th with an application deadline of March 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

Our Grants for Artists Professional Basics Grant application opens on February 15th with an application deadline of March 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

Elara Caring are in search of artists that can paint and/or draw portraits. To give families a forever lasting hand-crafted picture of their loved ones. This can all be done in the comfort of your home or studio and can be done according to your schedule. Any medium, any size, at your own pace. Photo of the patient is provided to you for the portrait.

Make a real difference in someone’s life! Elara Caring, one of the nation’s largest providers of home-based care, is looking for compassionate volunteers willing to donate their time to provide exceptional end-of-life care to local hospice patients and their families.

 For more information contact: (210) 325-1451

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Elara Caring

Discover Oklahoma Contemporary's ArtNow 2025: Materials and Boundaries exhibition, highlighting new and recent art from a selection of artists active in the state. Twenty-six artists explore identity, place and experimentation through boundary-pushing practices and material innovation, offering a fresh and nuanced vision of contemporary Oklahoma. Visit okcontemp.org for gallery hours.

For more information: 405-951-0000, okcontemp.org/artnow2025

Image: Installation view of ArtNow 2025: Materials and Boundaries. Photo by Blake Studdard.

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Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center | 11 NW 11th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73103

This exhibition showcases the stunning works of Robert Cottingham, drawn from a 15-year exploration of the fading beauty of American signage and typography.

Discover how Cottingham turned everyday signs into bold reflections of American culture, memory, and his own typography. His prints of neon marquees and storefronts celebrate the beauty and stories embedded in our visual landscape.

ON VIEW | Nov. 18, 2025 - Feb. 14, 2026

Learn more at https://museum.okstate.edu/art/an-american-alphabet.html

Funding for our 2025/26 exhibitions and programs is provided by Marilynn and Carl Thoma, Lou Watkins, and the OSU Museum of Art Advocates.

ARTWORK | Robert Cottingham (American, b. 1935), An American Alphabet: A, 2001, color lithograph on paper, ed. 1/40, 24 x 17 1/4 inches. Published by Tandem Press, Madison, Wisconsin, founded 1987. George R. Kravis II Collection 2018.012.132. Photography by Michael King, image courtesy of the Oklahoma State University Museum of Art, Stillwater, OK. © Robert Cottingham.

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Oklahoma State University Museum of Art | 720 S. Husband St.Stillwater, OK, 74074

It's Time! We're opening up our 2026 Future of Sound Fest Artist Market application to OKLAHOMA artists. This market takes place during Factory Obscura's annual Future of Sound Fest, Saturday March 28th, 2026 from 2-8pm. Future of Sound Fest features the release of the MIX-TAPE Vol. 7 Cassette, live performances from local bands throughout the day, interactive art, and our annual Artist Market. This is an event we have been producing and growing since 2021.

Apply

The Artist Market will be held outdoors. In case of inclement weather, the Market may be cancelled/postponed and attempts may be made to reschedule or moved indoors if possible. Artists are expected to stay for the duration of the event.

All participating artists are responsible for processing their own sales and for collecting/reporting sales tax. Factory Obscura does not receive any commission on sales.

If you are accepted into the market there is a $50 vending fee.

$25 of this vending fee is non-refundable under any circumstances and will be used for marketing purposes. $25 of this vending fee is conditionally refundable under the following conditions: 1. You show up and vend at the event at your scheduled time and prepared to vend. 2. You cancel your participation more than 72 hours before the event. 3. If the Market is canceled by Factory Obscura. 4. If the Market is postponed/rescheduled by Factory Obscura and you are unable to participate in the new date.

The conditionally refundable $25 will be considered non-refundable under the following conditions: 1. You do not show up to vend. 2. You cancel your participation less than 72 hours before the event. 3. You sign up to bring a tent and fail to do so.

All items sold at the Market must be designed by you, the artist, and when applicable created by you, the artist. No items based on trademarked characters, shows, books, comics, etc...Original work only.

Only one vending artist per form. If you want to partner with another artist to share a table, that artist must apply separately. If only one of you is accepted, the other artist does not have permission to vend at the market.

Tables and chairs may be provided upon request. (Tables are limited)

Participating artists are encouraged to utilize tents, to get creative with displays, and to provide a fun experience for guests. Don't forget to bring signage and other promotional materials to let shoppers know who you are and how to follow your work! Artists will have a 10x10 space to utilize for display.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are accepted into the Artist Market you will be expected to participate in marketing the event(s) on social media and in the community.

Deadline to Apply is January 31st

Artists will be notified no later than February 7th.

Submission does not guarantee acceptance, as space is limited. Accepted Artists will be sent an acceptance email, along with a Market Artist Agreement.

NOTE: Any type of artwork or media MADE BY YOU OR A COLLABORATING ARTIST is allowable, including but not limited to: painting, prints, sculpture, zines, comics, jewelry, fiber works, clothing (designed by and created by artists) and altered vintage, furniture, housewares, etc..and we encourage you to use the space creatively!

Artwork displayed must follow general content guidelines: no political or religious content, no use of hate speech or derogatory language/imagery, no depictions of drugs/drug use, no drug paraphernalia, and no depictions of violence or graphic sexual content.

Factory Obscura reserves the right to remove artworks from display that do not meet the above content guidelines, or are not in line with the representative artworks submitted below.

*No burning incense, no smoking or vaping at your booth or on the premises.

*No drinking alcohol at your booth or on the premises.

*Someone must be running your table at all times; do not leave your booth unattended.

*Electricity is not provided

Apply

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This Opportunity is provided by Factory Obscura and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 25 NW 9th St.Oklahoma City, OK, 73102

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

The Artist Closet is a community operated initiative dedicated to collecting art supply donations and redistributing them to our local creatives at no cost. We're in need of volunteers to regularly help us organize our art supply donations! The Artist Closet is located inside of Mycelium Gallery in OKC. Volunteers are encouraged to come in during the gallery's open hours however it best fits their own schedules. Volunteers can help us organize however they are able, whether you can help us lift heavy boxes, color coordinate items, alphabetize items, or quality test items- we appreciate your help!

Reach out about volunteering

Follow us on Instagram for updates!
@theartistcloset_ok

Residency Dates: June 26–August 8, 2026
Deadline to Apply: February 15, 2026
Apply Here

The Faculty-Led Six Week Residency is an esteemed program for emerging artists who are committed to elevating their studio practice and want to work with our invited faculty artists. Over the course of six weeks, this residency offers an immersive environment that prioritizes artistic exploration and making. Participants benefit from a studio-driven framework, enriched by classes, personalized studio visits, and insightful lectures from accomplished professionals in the field.

Key Components of the Program:

Studio Space: Each resident is assigned a studio, providing an opportunity to focus on developing their work.

Access to Facilities: Residents have access to a variety of art facilities, including:

• Ceramics Center
• Printmaking Studio
• Silkscreen Shop
• Drawing Studio
• Fiber Studio
• Woodshop
• Outdoor Sculpture Pad

Faculty Support: The program features dedicated faculty who engage with residents through classes and offer personalized studio visits for one-on-one feedback. Faculty members bring their own artistic practices into the teaching process, contributing to the learning environment.

Intellectual and Artistic Resources: Residents are encouraged to explore the broader resources available at the Chautauqua Institution, which include lectures by accomplished writers, historians, and thought leaders, along with performances in theater, music, and dance.

Community Engagement: Participation in group discussions, lectures, and pop-up talks is encouraged, fostering a collaborative atmosphere among residents and faculty.

Requirements
- Available for the entire duration of the residency program
- Comfortable working in a rural environment
- Is at least 21 years of age at the start of the residency program
- Daily cleaning and organizational skills
- Work well on a team and independently
- Self-motivated

Application Instructions
Complete all application questions and supply:
- A PDF of your CV

- 1 Reference (References must submit their letter within 7 days of application deadline)

- Portfolio: 10 Images representative of your work.

Call for Artists: "Wait 5 Minutes" – A Statewide Juried Exhibition

Theme: Oklahoma Weather Host: Terra Rosa Art Gallery, Guthrie, OK Exhibition Year: 2026

Overview: They say if you don't like the weather in Oklahoma, wait five minutes. Terra Rosa Art Gallery invites artists to capture the volatile, beautiful, and dramatic spirit of Oklahoma’s skies. From supercells and tornadic fury to golden sunsets and the quiet after the storm, we are looking for works that interpret the famous "Wait 5 Minutes" phenomenon. This juried exhibition showcases the diversity of the Oklahoma landscape through the eyes of its artists. We are honored to have Greg Stone (Signature Member, Pastel Society of America) serving as this year's juror.

Key Dates:

• Submission Deadline: March 7, 2026
• Notification of Acceptance: March 14-20, 2026
• Exhibition Dates: April 11 – May 30, 2026
• Opening Reception: April 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Eligibility:

• Open to all artists 18+ residing in Oklahoma (Statewide).
• Work must be original and completed in the last 2-3 years.

Entry Fee:

• $25 for the first entry; $10 for each additional entry (up to 4 total).

Awards:

• Best of Show: $1,000
• 2nd Place: $500
• 3rd Place: $250
• Honorable Mentions: (3) $50 Gift Certificates to Jerry's Artarama
• People's Choice Award: Cash prize (funded by voting proceeds)

How to Apply:

• Submit your work online by March 7, 2026. 
• Click Here to Apply for "Wait 5 Minutes" 2026 Link: https://pci.jotform.com/form/253327106712046

For questions, please contact Terra Rosa Art Gallery at TerraRosaGallery@gmail.com or (405) 474-1973.

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This Opportunity is provided by Terra Rosa Art Gallery and Creative Space and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

The Center for Creativity in downtown Tulsa is conducting an open call for artists and writers for the exhibition “DIALOGUE.” The exhibition will showcase creative expressions that illuminate how dialogue shapes understanding, challenges assumptions, and fosters connection. Artworks in all media, including visual art, poetry, prose, sound, and film/video will be considered. Selected artists will receive a $100 honorarium and the opportunity to offer work for sale with no commission assessed.

The deadline to submit is Monday, March 2.
Submission form can be found here

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This Opportunity is provided by McKeon Center for Creativity and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).

Foodies! Get creative with making art of your favorite food, or imagine a wild combination of food and character mash up, or a cartoon version of food, or some fantastical food creation!

Foodies will feature a food drive and donation to a local food bank, TBD.

Details and Applications can be found on our website: www.myceliumgallery.com/applications

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This Opportunity is provided by Mycelium Gallery and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 2816 N. Pennsylvania Ave.Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73107

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Uncanny Art House is currently accepting submissions for this exhibition until October 30th. Step inside the surreal world of David Lynch at In Dreams: A David Lynch Tribute, opening January 9, 2026, during Norman’s 2nd Friday Art Walk. Running through March 1, this immersive exhibition transforms the gallery into a Lynchian dreamscape with interactive rooms, looping highway projections, and a Black Lodge installation with zigzag floors and red curtains.

Visitors will explore themes of duality, voyeurism, and uncanny Americana through painting, sculpture, photography, video, and installation art. Special programs will include a screening of David Lynch: The Art Life, a meditative event for Lynch’s birthday, and more during this special two month long exhibition.

Artists are invited to submit works that reflect Lynchian themes: voyeurism, doppelgängers, Americana with a dark undercurrent, surreal encounters, and the strangeness within the ordinary. Works may be directly inspired by Lynch’s films and artwork, or they may channel the uncanny spirit of his style.

All mediums are welcome, including painting, photography, sculpture, installation, video, digital art, and mixed media.

This application is free and open to the public.

ABOUT UNCANNY ART HOUSE

Uncanny Art House is an independent, artist-run gallery and creative space dedicated to fostering collaboration, supporting local artists, and promoting the visual arts. Located in the heart of Norman, Oklahoma, Uncanny Art House is a hub for creativity, community, and innovation.

For more information, follow us on Facebook or Instagram and stay updated on all our events and exhibitions.

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Uncanny Art House | 106 E Main St, Norman, OK 73069

The Two-Week Residency is a self-directed program designed to give artists uninterrupted time and space to focus deeply on their practice.

Apply Here

During the first week, artists work independently in their studios, free from scheduled commitments. In the second week, participants engage in a series of studio visits with leading arts professionals, including our visiting gallerist; Judy Barie, the Susan and John Turben Director of Chautauqua Visual Arts (CVA) Galleries; Erika Diamond, Associate Director of Galleries at Chautauqua Institution; and Erika b Hess, Artistic Director of Chautauqua Visual Arts.

This residency coincides with Chautauqua Institution’s world-renowned summer programming, where artists, musicians, and thought leaders gather to celebrate creative exchange. Residents receive a gate pass granting access to concerts, lectures, and performances, offering further opportunities to connect and engage across disciplines.

Set within the inspiring grounds of Chautauqua Institution, the Two-Week Residency provides dedicated studio space, meaningful dialogue through studio visits and feedback sessions, and a chance to build connections with curators, gallerists, and fellow artists all while maintaining the independence of a self-directed practice.

Requirements
- Available for the entire duration of the residency program
- Comfortable working in a rural environment
- Is at least 21 years of age at the start of the residency program
- Daily cleaning and organizational skills
- Work well on a team and independently
- Self-motivated
- Cost of Attendance (Includes housing, meals, tuition, and fees)

Application Instructions

Requirements for application include:
• Ten images of your work. All media accepted, including video. Video submissions must be less than five minutes each.
• Descriptions of your work for each image including title, media, dimensions, and year created.
• Statement about why you are interested in the residency and what you hope to accomplish during your stay
• Artist Statement
• PDF of your current CV.
• One reference
• $35 non-refundable application fee.

Chautauqua Institution has a deep commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility and encourages applications from all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Application Fee: $35

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This Opportunity is provided by Chautauqua Institution School of Art and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Explore 127 years of artistic evolution in this vibrant exhibition showcasing 72 works from the Guild Hall Museum’s collection in East Hampton, New York. From coastal landscapes to bold abstraction, the show highlights the East End of Long Island’s inspiring light and creative energy.

Featuring iconic artists like Willem de Kooning, Jackson Pollock, and Andy Warhol. The exhibition reflects artists who have both shaped and been shaped by American and European art.

ON VIEW | Jan. 20 - May 16, 2026

RECEPTION | March 5, 2026 

Learn more at https://museum.okstate.edu/art/guild-hall-an-adventure-in-the-arts.html

Funding for our 2025/26 exhibitions and programs is provided by Marilynn and Carl Thoma, Lou Watkins and the OSU Museum of Art Advocates.

The exhibition was organized by Landau Traveling Exhibitions, Los Angeles, CA in association with Denenberg Fine Arts, West Hollywood, CA.

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This Event is provided by Oklahoma City University Museum of Art and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 720 S Husband Stillwater, OK, 74074

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Applications are now OPEN for the OVAC Members Show at Oklahoma Hall of Fame | Gaylord-Pickens Museum in Oklahoma City! The OVAC Members Show features a stunning array of 2D and 3D artworks that celebrated the vibrant artistic community across the state. Visitors are captivated by the diverse range of mediums and the remarkable artistic talent representing both bustling cities and rural towns. Each artist’s unique expression conveys compelling stories of family, belonging, history, and more.
Apply Now

The Timeline:

• Application Deadline: March 9, 2026
• Opening Reception: June 26, 2025 | 5–8pm
• Artist Panel: June 11, 2026 | 10am
• Exhibition Dates: June 2–August 1, 2026

The Application:
- Open to all active OVAC Members
- Welcoming 2D, 3D, film, and digital media
- Artist panelists will be sourced from applicants for this exhibition

Not an OVAC member yet, but want in on the fun?
Become an OVAC member any time before the application deadline and you will be eligible to apply for the exhibition! Become an OVAC member at Ovac-Ok.Org/Membership.

Questions?
Reach out to Administrative and Artist Relations Manager, Ariana Weir-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org or call (405) 879-2400 (Ext. 5).

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Oklahoma Hall of Fame | Gaylord-Pickens Museum | 1400 Classen Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73106

Submit by February 2nd, 2026 to have your work considered for consignment sale at Factory Obscura’s Bonus Track shop.

Factory Obscura is an Oklahoma City-based collaborative company creating and operating immersive, interactive multimedia experiences that awaken wonder, build community, and support artists.

Part of the full Factory Obscura experience includes the local artist made and collaboratively branded merchandise available inside our Bonus Track shop (both our online and brick and mortar). Most of the artist made items have been made exclusively by Factory Obscura artists and some local art friends. Now we are looking to expand our offerings to include more handmade/handcrafted and artist designed merchandise from LOCAL OKLAHOMA artists to sell within the MIX-TAPE Bonus Track shop-located in OKC.

Bonus Track carries a wide array of apparel, gifts, jewelry, accessories, stickers, patches, pins, housewares, art prints, and an eclectic selection of artist made items that fit the vibe of Factory Obscura experiences.

We are looking for ARTIST MADE and/or ARTIST DESIGNED items, specifically items that fit the vibe of our experiences, items that have a relationship to: MUSIC and/or musical genres, VIBRANT COLORS, POP CULTURE trends, items that have a NOSTALGIC VIBE, and items that relate to the MIX-TAPE EXPERIENCE and overall items that are unique.

Deadline to submit is February 2nd, 2026. Please read the full guidelines before submitting.

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This Opportunity is provided by Factory Obscura and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 25 NW 9th St.Oklahoma City, OK, 73102
Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Circe marks the release of Pantheon with a participatory ritual rather than a traditional performance. This event is built around presence, choice, and reflection, inviting guests to engage at their own pace or simply observe. Held on Imbolc, a seasonal threshold associated with purification and beginnings, the ritual opens and closes within the evening. Nothing is carried forward unless you choose to carry it.

Schedule & Actions

6:00–8:30 PM | The Gathering

Guests move through a series of stations hosted by members of Circe. At each station, participants choose between two objects, collecting three items total. These items are brought to the Oracle, where guests may ask a question or receive a reading.

8:30–9:00 PM | Closing Ritual

The evening concludes with a shared cleansing ritual centered on release and return.

Participation is optional. There is no stage and no performance hierarchy. Come as you are. Leave clean.

Featuring

Annatova Neches

Scott Young

Rob Vollmar

Benjamin Carter

Closing ritual led by Tamara Van Hook

Sound experience by Andy Beard

ABOUT UNCANNY ART HOUSE

Uncanny Art House is an independent, artist-run gallery and creative space dedicated to fostering collaboration, supporting local artists, and promoting the visual arts. Located in the heart of Norman, Oklahoma, Uncanny Art House is a hub for creativity, community, and innovation.

For more information, follow us on Facebook or Instagram and stay updated on all our events and exhibitions.

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This Event is provided by Uncanny Art House and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 106 E. Main St. Norman, OK 73069

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Our Grants for Artists Creative Projects Grant application opens on February 1st with an application deadline of March 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

Our Grants for Artists Community/Artist Partnerships Grant application opens on February 1st with an application deadline of March 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

Art for Your Sweetheart

Howell Gallery Pairs Fine Art with Fine Dining This Valentine's Season

This February, from the 2nd to the 14th, Howell Gallery presents "Art for Your Sweetheart," a two-week celebration of love and the perfect Valentine's pairing of food and art!

For every purchase of $500 or more at Howell Gallery during the promotional period, guests will receive a $100 gift card to The Metro Wine Bar and Bistro, the acclaimed fine dining restaurant located right next door. Whether you're surprising your sweetheart with a stunning original piece, a unique antique from our Estate Collection, or a sculpture they've been admiring, your gift of art comes with the gift to share an exceptional meal together.

It's the perfect way to make this Valentine's Day unforgettable, choose a piece that will bring beauty to your home for years to come, then step next door for an intimate dinner to celebrate.

Event Details:

What: "Art for Your Sweetheart" Valentine's Promotion

When: February 2–14, 2026

Where: Howell Gallery, 6432 North Western Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73116

The Offer: Receive a $100 gift card to The Metro with any purchase of $500 or more

Learn More

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This Event is provided by Howell Gallery and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).

The address for this event is: 6432 North Western Ave. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73116
Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

We’re partnering with Make Oklahoma Weirder to invite performers of all disciplines and backgrounds to perform on Factory Obscura's Wonder Stage located inside the Mix-Tape immersive art experience.

Each month will have a theme artists can base their performance on. It is encouraged to interpret the theme in any way the performer sees fit. It is not required to adhere to the theme.

Only the Angst and Wonder rooms will be accessible during Open Mic Nights to keep the energy focused on the performances.

14+

Tickets are $10

Performers get in FREE with an advance sign up

LIMITED SLOTS AVAILABLE

Learn more and get tickets

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This Event is provided by Factory Obscura and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 25 NW 9th St.Oklahoma City, OK, 73102

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Positive Space Opens 2026 Programming February 7 with Group Exhibition "Permission to Breathe: A Black Woman’s Perspective on Living Life Unapologetically"

"Permission to Breathe: A Black Woman’s Perspective on Living Life Unapologetically" is a vibrant, multidisciplinary art exhibition celebrating the brilliance and boundlessness of Black Women. Curated by Artists Ebony Iman Dallas, Elizabeth Feahther Henley, and Jaiden Jiji McClellan, this show centers the voices, visions, and lived experiences of Black Women Artists who dare to exhale fully, take up space, and create without constraint.

Through diverse artistic practices, the works engage themes of rest, resistance, joy, ancestral memory, embodiment, and radical self-acceptance. Together, they speak to the necessity and the defiance of breathing freely in a world that too often restricts Black Women’s lived experience. Some pieces affirm breath as a revolutionary right. Others bear witness to the labor, struggle, and endurance required simply to exist. In all forms, the art insists on presence, truth, and agency.

"Permission to Breathe" invites artists to reflect on intimate, personal journeys by honoring Black Womanhood in all its nuance and complexity. Here, softness and strength coexist, vulnerability is power, and creativity becomes a pathway to healing, reclamation, and unapologetic being. This exhibition is more than an art show, it is a collective exhale. A celebration of survival and joy, and an invitation to witness, participate, and breathe deeply together.

Exhibit Artists: Goldielxcs, Kimberly Thompson, Suzanne Thomas, Tysheona Singleton, Caitlin Varner, Betty Refour, Lyric Manns, Amber N. Wiley, Marie Casimir, Gay Pasley, Cristle Moorer, Elizabeth Feahther Henley, Ebony Iman Dallas and Jiji Rachelle.

"Permission to Breathe: A Black Woman’s Perspective on Living Life Unapologetically," curated by Artists Ebony Iman Dallas, Elizabeth Feahther Henley, and Jaiden Jiji McClellan, opens 5-9pm, Saturday, February 7, 2025, and will continue through Saturday, February 28, with additional events during the exhibit to be announced. Gallery hours during the exhibit: Thurs, 6-8pm; Fri, 5-8pm; Sat, 12-5pm and by appointment. More info: linktr.ee/positivespacetulsa

Positive Space Tulsa is located at 1324 East 3rd Street in the Pearl District. Positive Space Tulsa was founded by local artist Nicole Finley (she/her). An art space dedicated to Womxn artists, Positive Space Tulsa believes: The letter “x” in Womxn recognizes all women, including gender expansive identities. Positive Space Tulsa is for women, nonbinary, genderfluid, genderqueer, and agender artists (excluding those who identify as male/men). Womxn is pronounced the same as woman or women.

Contact: Nicole Finley, Founder/Director/Curator - Positive Space Tulsa
nicole@positivespacetulsa.org

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This Event is provided by Positive Space Tulsa and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 1324 East 3rd StreetTulsa, OK, 74120

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

THE FUTURE IS COLLABORATIVE, AND THE FUTURE IS NOW.

The Future of Sound Sessions encourages local musicians to collaborate with artists of other disciplines to create a show like no other.

Doors open at 7:00 PM / Show begins at 7:30 PM

FEATURED ARTISTS

ut mutem (Experimental Sound Collage)

Collabrating with

Z Taylor + Ensemble feat. Chloe Taylor, Justina Pagán, Morgan Smith, and Haley Fort (movement improvisation)

DROIDA (Cyberpunk Synth Pop)
Collaborating with
Chris McDaniel (Experimental Sculptural Art)

Future of Sound Sessions Tickets are SEPARATE from Mix-Tape tickets.

$15 in Advance / $17 Day of Show

This performance is ALL AGES.

Mix-Tape Members get in FREE!

Get tickets

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This Event is provided by Factory Obscura and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 25 NW 9th St.Oklahoma City, OK, 73102

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Needle Felted Snails with Treka from Fibers Of My Soul Slow down and get creative! In this beginner-friendly needle felting class, you’ll learn the basics of sculpting wool as we create an adorable needle felted snail from soft, colorful fibers. Students will be guided step-by-step through shaping the body, building the shell, and adding charming details that bring your snail to life. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and enjoy the process. All materials and tools are provided, and you’ll leave with a finished snail and the skills to continue felting at home. This relaxed, hands-on class is perfect for anyone looking to try something new, unwind, and make a little woolly magic. Sunday, Feb 8 | 2–5 PM | $50

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This Opportunity is provided by Mycelium Gallery and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 2816 N. Pennsylvania Ave.Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73107

Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Discover how play shapes the way we learn, create, and engage with the world in this interactive workshop led by Dr. Emily Spivey, PhD, early childhood educator and co-author of Oklahoma’s Play to Learn Act.

This session explores play as a lifelong creative practice, highlighting its role in learning, curiosity, and the artistic process across all ages. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and discussion focused on how playful approaches can deepen creative thinking and support both personal and artistic growth.

This class is geared towards adults. Registration is $10 and is limited to 20 participants. Advance registration is required.

Register Here

ABOUT UNCANNY ART HOUSE
Uncanny Art House is an independent, artist-run gallery and creative space dedicated to fostering collaboration, supporting local artists, and promoting the visual arts. Located in the heart of Norman, Oklahoma, Uncanny Art House is a hub for creativity, community, and innovation.

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This Event is provided by Uncanny Art House and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 106 E. Main St. Norman, OK 73069

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First American Art Magazine will host a community launch party on February 8, 2026, from 2:00 t0 4:00 pm to celebrate the release of its Issue No. 49. The event will take place at the Jacobson House Native Art Center in Norman and is open to the public.

FAAM No. 49 marks a milestone for the magazine, which has published Indigenous-centered writing and art since 2013. While the magazine’s numbering follows a standard sequence, this issue gave the team a meaningful opportunity to theme the event around the Forty-Nine, a social tradition in Native communities based in music, gathering, and culture.

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