MOMENTUM is a dynamic exhibition shining a spotlight on the innovative talent of young artists. The exhibition illuminates the creativity of visual artists ages 30 and under from across Oklahoma, providing a captivating glimpse into the state’s vibrant and diverse art scene.

Performance work, film, installation, 2D and 3D works are all encouraged. Featuring Guest Curator, Narciso Argüelles!

Application Deadline: Jan 4, 2025

Apply Now!

Are you an autistic media-maker? Do you know an autistic media-maker? Submit now to the Marvels of Media Festival!

Museum of the Moving Image's Marvels of Media Festival is part of the Marvels of Media initiative, which showcases, celebrates, and supports autistic media makers of all ages and skill sets. This festival is an opportunity to recognize the outstanding and creative media work of autistic media-makers through film screenings and in-depth panel discussions.

Marvels of Media Festival provides the opportunity to:
· Present your work to industry professionals, colleagues and the general public
· Meet and network with a community of autistic media-makers
· Participate in workshops, exhibits, screenings, and/or learn from other industry professionals

The fourth annual Marvels of Media Festival will take place March 27 to March 29, 2025. Anyone interested can learn more and submit their media work through our application form. If you need help with the application, have access requests or have questions, please email: studio@movingimage.org

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Museum of the Moving Image | 36-01 35th Ave, Queens, NY 11106

Archive of Loneliness (AoL) is a project focused on empowering queer Oklahomans who are isolated from their communities because of barriers like poverty, disability, rural isolation, discrimination, etc. By uplifting isolated queer creators, we can start to build and strengthen spaces for queer people in this state. Most of you have received an email about this already, but it was too long and difficult to navigate.

There are two different parts of AoL: The Zine, and The Network.  

The Zine has slots for 14 artists, who will be determined by an application process (detailed in the folder linked below). These artists will pair up and collaborate on new works, which will be published in the Zine next June. They will also help us plan release parties, which will feature performances and roundtable discussions between themselves and other guests like therapists, activists, legal experts, etc. It’s been made possible through a THRIVE Grant provided by OVAC.

The Network is a non-hierarchical network for queer artists, makers, writers, performers, and creators. Anybody who is both an Oklahoman, and 2SLGBTQIA+ can be a part, no application required. The idea is that we create a directory and a few online servers that are for queer people to collaborate, organize, and make new things and spaces without having to go through institutions, nonprofits, and corporate PR schemes. While the zine is being made using funding from OVAC, the effort keeping the network completely grassroots. 

Currently the directory works like this: everyone fills out a google form (which can be found here) it doesn't require any personal info; then everyone's answers get compiled automatically into a spreadsheet.

The current online spaces for the Network are a facebook group, and a discord server.

Learn More About the Applying
Apply Today!

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Archive of Loneliness

Our January Grants for Artists Education Assistance Grant application opens on December 15th with an application deadline of January 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, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

Our January Grants for Artists Professional Basics Grant application opens on December 15th with an application deadline of January 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, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

The 12th annual Artesian Arts Festival call for artists is now open! Artists from federally recognized tribes are welcomed to apply. The competition art show and market features fine art in 21 categories, including basketry, jewelry, sculpture, metalworking, beadworking, textiles, pottery and more. For more information and to apply, visit ArtesianArtsFestival.Com or call (580)272-5520.

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The Chickasaw Nation

The Oxley Artist Residency was created in 2023 with the dual goals of increasing visitorship to Oxley and supporting local artists by leveraging the existing connection between the natural world and creative expression. The program runs from March through November, requires about 8 hours of studio time per week, and one monthly workshop to be taught.

Apply

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Oxley Nature Center | 6700 Mohawk Blvd, Tulsa, OK 74115

Basics of Drawing Class with April Dawes
January 7 - February 11, 2025
Tuesdays (6 Weeks)
6-8 PM
$175

Unleash your artistic potential in our six-week beginning to intermediate drawing class. Explore the fundamentals of line, shape, value, tone, negative space, and perspective fundamentals. Master the art of drawing with confidence and precision as we break down the drawing process. Acquire the skills to bring your observations to life on paper effectively.

Supplies:
11x14 drawing pad(recommend Strathmore)
Drawing pencils: Faber-Castell
Set of 12 (2H-8B)
Kneaded Gum eraser

Learn More

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Terra Rosa Gallery and Creative Space | 111 E Oklahoma Ave, Guthrie, OK 73044

Building on the Basics with April Dawes
January 9- February 13, 2025
Thursdays (6 Weeks)
6-8 PM
$175

This 6-week observational drawing class is perfect for those who know basic drawing and want to improve their technique and skills. Each week will focus on a different skill or method. Through live demos, independent work, and personal instruction, you will:

Increase drawing accuracy
Increase understanding of light and shadow
Learn techniques for creating depth
Explore different methods for creating texture

Supplies:
11x14 drawing pad (recommend Strathmore)
Drawing pencils: Faber-Castell set of 12 (2H-8B)
Kneaded Gum eraser

Learn More

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Terra Rosa Gallery and Creative Space | 111 E Oklahoma Ave, Guthrie, OK 73044

OIL PAINTING CLASS with Gaylon Thompson
January 8 - February 12, 2025
Wednesdays (6 Weeks)
9 AM - 12 PM
$200

All experience-level artists are welcome!

Beginner: You will start with a small 8x10 landscape and learn to draw an image with a grid on the canvas. You will also learn to under-paint, mix colors, and judge values. Finally, you will complete a painting from start to finish.

Intermediate: Will learn composition, how to set up a still life, working from warm to cool colors, dark to light, thin to thick, and much more.

Experienced: Gaylon can use his many years of knowledge to help you improve your paintings. He can be another set of eyes and make suggestions to enhance your abilities as a painter.

Learn More

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Terra Rosa Gallery and Creative Space | 111 E Oklahoma Ave, Guthrie, OK 73044

Join us for an in-person ASK Workshop: Procreate 101, led by local artist and designer, Todd E. Clark on January 22nd, 2025 from 6PM–8PM. The workshop will be hosted at the Paseo Arts and Creativity Center.

Led by artist Todd E. Clark, this hands-on workshop covers practical methods to maximize Procreate’s illustrative features and explore ways to make print-ready designs. Ideal for artists wanting to maximize the use of their digital tools or anyone curious about using Procreate for vibrant, reproducible art. Students will leave with a digital resource pack! 

Tickets are $25 for OVAC Members and $40 for Non-Members with limited capacity.

Attendees should bring their tablets with Procreate installed. Tablets will not be provided.

OVAC Members: $25
Non-Members: $40
Limited capacity

Reserve Your Spot!

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Paseo Arts & Creativity Center | 3024 Paseo, Oklahoma City, OK 73103

Our March Grants for Artists Creative Projects 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, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

Our March 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, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

Our March 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, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

Our March Grants for Artists Community/Artist Partnerships 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, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

About THRIVE Grants:
We collaborate with the The Andy Warhol Foundation to further support artists’ innovation throughout Oklahoma with project grants of up to $10,000. THRIVE Grants build upon our existing dedication to support artist-led initiatives and our belief in the power of artists to create a positive impact in our communities. THRIVE Grants will provide funding for collaborative artist-led projects across the state of Oklahoma that are open and accessible to the public. The funded projects are ambitious, impactful, innovative, and community driven visual arts projects. The grants will prioritize artist projects that create new collaborations, connections, and partnerships.

The Timeline:
April 1 - Applications Open!

April 16 - Informational Webinar

TBD - Office Hours by Appointment with Ariana Weir

June 1 - Application Deadline at 11:59 pm CST

July 30 - Thrive Grant Recipients Notified

August 2025–June 2026 - Grant Funding Period

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

Our October Grants for Artists Creative Projects Grant application opens on September 15th 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, at ariana@ovac-ok.org