The USS OKLAHOMA SSN 802 Commissioning Committee is excited to announce the launch of the USS OKLAHOMA SSN 802 Challenge Coin Design Competition, inviting students, artists, designers, and submarine enthusiasts from across Oklahoma to submit their original designs for a chance to create the official challenge coin commemorating the commissioning of the USS OKLAHOMA SSN 802 submarine.

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USS OKLAHOMA SSN 802 Commissioning Committee

SEEKING ARTISTS FOR:
• Paseo First Friday Art Walks
• New Art for Daily Shop Sales: Cards, Small Arts

• Most Any Mediums, Various Shapes-n-Sizes
• Textiles, Merch, Bags & Totes

*Flora has Limited Wall Space*
Consignment Payouts - 75% of Sales

Text Shop Number: (405) 531-0708
Include: Name, Business Name or Alias
Product Type, and a few Photos that may help.

We have Annual Scheduled Programming for Group Shows too!

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Flora Bodega | 3020 N Walker Ave STE B, Oklahoma City, OK 73103

Uncanny Art House is hosting Dog Daze of Summer, an in person and live streamed auction event to benefit a local animal shelter! More details coming soon.

Location: Uncanny Art House, 106 E Main St, Norman, OK

️ Event Date: TBA

Submission Deadline: July 31st, 2025

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking art that is:

Inspired by mans best friend and the unique relationship we have with our furry friends!

Mediums may include:

Painting or illustration

Photography

Sculpture or mixed media

Digital art

Video

Why Participate?

Support a great cause: All proceeds will benefit a local animal shelter. (Official shelter to be determined)

Showcase your work: Gain exposure to both in-person and livestream audiences.

Connect: Join a community of like-minded artists and animal lovers.

Recognition: All selected artists will be featured in our promotions and credited during the event.

Submission Details

Submit up to 3 pieces of artwork for consideration.

No submission fee.

Part of each auction piece sold will go to local animal shelters, with a 50/50 split of the final sale amount going to the artist.

How to Apply

1️⃣ Fill out our Google Form application here.

2️⃣ Upload high-quality images of your artwork and provide details (title, medium, dimensions, price).

3️⃣ Submit by July 31st, 2025 for consideration.

Questions?

Reach out to us at admin@uncannyarthouse.com for any inquiries.

This is an opportunity to provide support to your community and share your art with a vibrant audience!

Learn More

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

Are you a visual artist looking for a unique way to showcase your work? Uncanny Art House is seeking creative and eye-catching postcard designs for our retail store display! This is a fantastic opportunity to have your art featured and seen by our vibrant, art-loving community. Our members will be contributing designs and we want your work hosted alongside us!

Location: Uncanny Art House, 106 E Main St, Norman, OK

️ Submission Deadline: No deadline, this is an open ended submission and will close once we have filled all 15 postcard slots on the rack.

Apply now!

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

The Hopper Prize is accepting entries for Spring 2025 artist grants. They are offering $3,500 and $1,000 grants to artists around the world. For this open call, they will be providing 6 grants totaling $11,000 USD. 2 artists will each receive $3,500 and 4 artists will each receive $1,000. This is an international open call. All media is eligible. This opportunity 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 their online Journal as well as Instagram feed, currently reaching an audience over 145k.

Apply Now

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The Hopper Prize

In a partnership with the Oklahoma City Arts Council, The Girlie Show arts festival is back on November 14–15, 2025 at the OKC Farmers Public Market. Applications are now open. Creative women makers of all kinds are welcome to apply.

Apply
Learn More

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OKC Farmers Public Market | 311 S Klein Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73108

Our Photo Studio Sign ups are OPEN for the April Session!

Build your portfolio, prepare for exhibitions, and enhance your online presence with our Photo Studio!

TIMELINE:

Apr 23: Submission deadline

Apr 22–24: Artwork drop-off deadline
Apr 26: Photography Day
Apr 28–May 1: Artwork pick-up (OVAC Office)

OVAC Members always receive a discounted rate on OVAC Photo Studio Sessions. Find the coupon code in your OVAC Member Hub.
Become an OVAC Member.

Sign Up Today!

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition | 1720 N. Shartel Ave. Suite B., Oklahoma City, OK 73103

About THRIVE Grants:

THRIVE Grants aim to further support artists’ innovation throughout Oklahoma with project grants of up to $10,000 for artist-led initiatives. These grants provide support for ambitious, impactful, and innovative visual arts projects that are collaborative and engage the community.

Apply Now!
Application PDF

Questions?
Reach out to Administrative and Artist Relations Manager, Ariana Weir-Temoshok, at Ariana@Ovac-Ok.Org or (405) 879-2400 Ex. 5

Tulsa Artist Fellowship, a place-based, durational award dedicated to supporting visionary arts practitioners, is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2026-2028 Tulsa Artist Fellowship award term on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. The commencement of this upcoming cohort will bring the place-based residency program to its fully expanded award structure, which began during its 2024-2026 inaugural term, awarding thirty artists and arts workers who will overlap in their first, second, and third award years. 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the Tulsa Artist Fellowship.

Tulsa Artist Fellowship opens applications for artists and arts workers of any medium or discipline with at least five years of experience in the field. Ten selected awardees, announced later in 2025, will each receive a $150,000 stipend over three years, along with a $12,000 annual housing stipend, $1,200 yearly health stipend, $1,200 yearly studio assistant stipend, a $1,500 relocation stipend, fully subsidized studio spaces, and access to shared art-making facilities. In total, the cohort will receive over $2.35 million in support and resources.

Apply!

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Tulsa Artist Fellowship | 112 N Boston Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103

ArtLab OKC is a 7-week therapeutic art-making immersion experience for everyone 18+. Thursdays beginning April 3rd - May 15th from 6:30-8:00pm. All supplies are provided. FIRST CLASS IS FREE! Classes are $50/ group session.

All participants must RSVP. Sign up at: www.sarawhiteheadlcsw.com

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ArtLab OKC Workspace | 3621 NW 10th Street, OKC 73107

Hosted by Ten Moir Gallery

Deadline: July 31, 2025

Ten Moir Gallery is delighted to announce the July 2025 Edition of the Blu-Sky Artist Award (BSAA), an online international semi-annual grant for artists, photographers, sculptors and more. We offer an unrestricted grant so artists can truly focus on their craft, refine their techniques, and navigate the art industry with confidence.

Awards & Recognition

* 2 Winners Receives:

* $500 Unrestricted Grant

* A Published Interview

* Social Media Spotlight

* Winner’s Certificate

* 10 Finalists Receive:

* Dedicated Social Media Spotlight

* Finalist Certificate

Eligibility and Rules

* Theme: Open

* Age: Must be 18 years or older at the time of submission

* Experience Level: Open to amateur and professional artists

* Location: Worldwide

* Originality: Submissions must be original works by the submitting artist

* Usage Rights: Selected artists/photographer authorize Ten Moir Gallery to publish submissions on tenmoirgallery.com and affiliated platforms for editorial and promotional purposes

Important Dates

* Applications Open: March 25, 2025

* Early Bird Deadline: May 15, 2025

* Submissions Close: July 31, 2025

* Results Announced: August 15, 2025

* Award Payout by: August 20, 2025

About Ten Moir Gallery

Ten Moir Gallery is committed to supporting and promoting artists through curated exhibitions, competitions, and opportunities for global exposure. We aim to provide a platform where artists can share their talent and connect with a diverse audience.

Get Involved!

Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your work and compete for exciting awards. Submit your artwork for the Blu-Sky Artist Award: July 2025 Edition today!

For more information and to enter, visit: https://tenmoirgallery.com/blu-sky-emerging-artist-award/

For inquiries, contact us at: connect@tenmoirgallery.com

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Blue Koi Gallery Ten Moir Gallery

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world with the Landscape theme. Open to all mediums and styles, mixed media, digital art, sculpture, and photography. This competition invites you to capture the essence of nature, from sweeping vistas to natural scenes. Showcase your creativity in interpreting the landscapes that inspires you.

$500 worth of prizes and Cash Awards | Social Media Promotion | Email to Galleries, Art Admirers & Collectors | Certificate.

Entry Fee: $20 for 4 images, $35 for 6 images.

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Apply

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Blue Koi Gallery

Who do we love most? Our fur Babies! Learn to sculpt pet portraits and immortalize your favorite pooch, cat, bird or lizard! In this two day workshop, we will work to create a pedestal or wall mounted likeness of your pet’s head and shoulders in clay, a pet portrait bust! Using a solid-build technique, we will bring your pet to life in clay. (Solid Build: Packing clay onto a metal armature with a paper core).

Enroll Now!

Norman Firehouse Art Center | 444 S Flood Ave, Norman, OK 73069

Join us for a fun and relaxing 2-hour workshop where you and your mom will make your own handbuilt ceramic mugs! After a short demo, you'll build and decorate your mugs using textured rollers, cookie cutters, and underglaze. Get as creative as you like, adding personal designs and details. This hands-on workshop is the perfect project for anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing and artistic evening together!

Tuition covers enrollment for two individuals. Please only enroll once!

Enroll Now!

Norman Firehouse Art Center | 444 S Flood Ave, Norman, OK 73069

Just in time for THRIVE Grant application season, join us for ASK Workshop: Navigating Artist Funding. Artist and educator, Naima Lowe, will be drawing from her rich experience as a recipient of regional and national grants, fellowships, and residencies, Naima will share reflections on her funding journey, offering insights into local and national opportunities and demystifying the practice of applying for support as an artist. This conversation will center both practical strategies and the personal, intuitive work of sustaining a creative life.

When: May 5th | 12PM–1PM
Where: Via Zoom (Link provided after registering)

Free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required.

Register for Free

Join us for a free virtual informational webinar on May 6th from 12PM–1PM about THRIVE Grants, OVAC's annual granting program that offers $5,000 to $10,000 of individual funding to visual artists across the state.

In this session we will cover: What materials you need to apply, what kind of projects we will fund, what to expect if you are awarded a grant, and have an opportunity to ask questions.

Register
For assistance filling out the form, contact Ariana Weir-Temoshok, at Ariana@Ovac-Ok.Org or (405) 879-2400 Ex. 5

About THRIVE Grants:
THRIVE Grants will provide funding up to $10,000 for artist-led, collaborative projects, and programs from across the state of Oklahoma that are open and accessible to the public. The funded projects should be ambitious, impactful, and innovative with a central focus on the visual arts.

The Timeline:
April 1 - Applications Open!
May 5 | 12PM–1PM - ASK Workshop: Navigating Artist Funding
May 6 | 12PM–1PM: THRIVE Informational Webinar
May 12–May 16 - Office Hours by Appointment with Ariana Weir-Temoshok
June 1 - Application Deadline at 11:59PM 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-Temoshok at Ariana@Ovac-Ok.Org or (405) 879-2400 Ex. 5

This webinar is free and open to the public. A recording of the webinar will be published online following the event.

Reserve your THRIVE Grants Office Hours time slot to receive free, individualized guidance from OVAC's Administrative and Artist Relations Manager, Ariana Weir-Temoshok. Slots are available May 13–15, 2025 in 30-minute increments from 9AM to 4:30PM. In-Person and remote options are both available.

Reserve Your Slot Today!
For assistance filling out the form, contact Ariana Weir-Temoshok, at Ariana@Ovac-Ok.Org or (405) 879-2400 Ex. 5

About THRIVE Grants:
THRIVE Grants will provide funding up to $10,000 for artist-led, collaborative projects, and programs from across the state of Oklahoma that are open and accessible to the public. The funded projects should be ambitious, impactful, and innovative with a central focus on the visual arts.

The Timeline:
April 1 - Applications Open!
May 5 | 12PM–1PM - ASK Workshop: Navigating Artist Funding
May 6 | 12PM–1PM: THRIVE Informational Webinar
May 12–May 16 - Office Hours by Appointment with Ariana Weir-Temoshok
June 1 - Application Deadline at 11:59PM CST
July 30 - THRIVE Grant Recipients Notified
August 2025–June 2026 - Grant Funding Period

Do you struggle to market your art in a way that feels natural and effective?

Are you overwhelmed by all the ways you could promote your work and unsure where to focus your efforts?

Marketing your art doesn’t have to be overwhelming. The Art Biz: Simplify Your Art Marketing Strategy Workshop is designed to help you cut through the noise and focus on what truly works for your art career and life.

Whether you want to attract more collectors, secure better exhibition opportunities, or take control of your marketing with less stress, this hands-on workshop will help you develop a clear, actionable plan. With expert guidance from Alyson Stanfield and the support of fellow artists, you’ll leave with renewed confidence and a strategy that aligns with your unique goals.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

This workshop is designed for artists who:

Maintain a committed studio practice with a cohesive body of work

Have an online presence for their art and want to refine their marketing strategy

Are serious about earning income and/or gaining recognition for their work

Use email marketing and want to maximize its impact

Are eager to connect with and engage their community

Regularly post and interact on at least one social media platform

This workshop is not for artists who:

Haven’t yet developed a body of work to promote

Are looking for quick fixes rather than a thoughtful, long-term approach

Only want to focus on social media trends without broader marketing strategies

Frequently make excuses about why they can’t promote their art

Aren’t ready to confidently step into the spotlight

IN THIS WORKSHOP, YOU WILL…

Learn strategies to build visibility and attract the right audience for your work

Develop a personalized marketing plan tailored to your goals

Receive feedback on your plan from Alyson and other workshop participants

Gain insights on landing a show at MAINSITE

Put systems of accountability into place to help you stay on track

Preliminary Schedule

Doors open at 8:15 a.m. with time to check in, grab refreshments, and settle in.

The morning session runs from 9:00 a.m. to noon and will be filled with interactive lessons, discussions, and planning exercises designed to help you build a stronger marketing strategy.

Lunch on site from 12:00 to 1:15 p.m. will be a great opportunity to connect with fellow artists.

The afternoon session from 1:15 to 4:00 p.m. focuses on refining your plan, receiving feedback, and preparing for next steps.

We’ll wrap up by 4:00 p.m., leaving you inspired and ready to take action

TICKET INFO:

Early Bird Fee until May 1st at 11:59 pm: $99, with lunch included

After Early Bird: $125, with lunch included

Registration closes May 10th

Bonus: First 10 registrants will be entered to win one of two 45-minute private consultations with Alyson ($250 value!)

Scholarships are available. Please contact leslie@normanarts.org for more information.

Signup: https://normanarts.submittable.com/submit/322619/art-biz-workshop

Learn More: normanarts.org/artsbizworkshop

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Norman Arts Council | 122 E Main St, Norman, OK 73069

Unleash your inner wizard and discover the magic of blacksmithing! In this beginner-friendly class, you'll forge your own unique bottle opener featuring a intricately designed wizard head on the handle.

Throughout the class, you'll practice fundamental blacksmithing techniques, including:

Basic forge safety

Basic hammer control

Basic chisel work

Heat management

This class will include an introduction to many foundational skills used by all blacksmiths, farriers, bladesmiths, and many other metalworkers. These foundational skills will provide a solid starting point for your blacksmithing journey. Our experienced instructors will guide you through each step, ensuring a fun and informative learning experience.

Take home your finished wizard bottle opener, proudly crafted with your own two hands!

No prior blacksmithing experience necessary. All materials and equipment provided.

Enroll Now!

Norman Firehouse Art Center | 444 S Flood Ave, Norman, OK 73069

Want to get involved in the 48th Annual Paseo Arts Festival? Sign up as a volunteer for next month's event between May 23 – May 27, 2025! Volunteers are very important to the festival and help keep the gears going by working in the most important areas such as the beverage tents, the children's area, parking and more!

Volunteer shifts are three hours long and include a free volunteer t-shirt and beverage ticket per shift. You must be 14 years of age to volunteer without a parent or guardian. All drink tent volunteers must be 21 years of age.

PLEASE NOTE: Paseo now uses GivePulse for volunteer sign ups. If you have any questions or issues, please email connor@thepaseo.org.

Sign up at ThePaaOk.Org/Volunteers

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Paseo Arts District | 3022 Paseo, Oklahoma City, OK 73103

Join us for in-person ASK Workshop: Publishing Your Comics & Graphic Novels. Lead by artist, Jerry Bennett.

When: July 9th | 6:00PM–8:PM
Where: Firehouse Art Center | Norman OK

Workshop Cost:
OVAC Members & Firehouse Members: $25
Non-Members: $40

Open to the public. Pre-registration is required.
Registration opens June 9th, 2025

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Firehouse Art Center | 444 South Flood Avenue Norman, Oklahoma 73069

Vision Eufaula is a community-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to revitalizing and enriching the cultural and economic landscape of Eufaula, Oklahoma. Through initiatives like public art projects, local events and downtown development. Vision Eufaula fosters community pride and promotes tourism.

Join Vision Eufaula in our 4th annual Wine & Art Festival on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 10am - 6pm, in downtown Eufaula at 150 N. Front St. This vibrant event celebrates local creativity and flavor featuring art booths, showcasing works from local and regional artists, wine & beer tastings from local wineries and breweries in Oklahoma, live music performance through out the day, food trucks offering a variety of cuisines and a kids' activities area.

The booth rental for artists is $50. This is an outdoor event and each artist will need to bring their own 10x10 canopy tent. Vendor applications and payment options can be found on the Vision Eufaula website website VisionEufaula.Org.

For more information please call 405.248.2992 or email VisionEufaula@Gmail.Com

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Vision Eufaula | 150 N Front St, Eufaula, OK 74432

Our October Grants for Artists Education Assistance 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

Our October Grants for Artists Community/Artist Partnerships 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

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

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition

Our October Grants for Artists Professional Basics 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

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

Exploring Color & Light with Oil Painting
Dana Lombardo
October 10 & 11, 2025
Friday & Saturday 9 - 4 PM
$350/person

Supply Listed at https://terrarosagallery.com/workshops

Join me to explore the essential foundations of light and color in painting. I will be demonstrating in oil, but other painting mediums are welcome.

Some experience in painting is required.

I will begin each morning and afternoon with a short lecture, a demo, hands-on painting, and individual instruction.

On Day One:
In the morning, you will learn about color and light and how they affect values, color mixing, and light and shadow. I will discuss palette options and how to decide what to use in your painting. You will then use your color palette to create your color reference charts.

In the afternoon, I will demonstrate how to create a color card for the photo reference you will use in your painting and show techniques for starting a basic monochromatic underpainting of lights, middles, and darks. You will then finish your color charts/cards and start underpainting them from the photo reference.

On Day Two:
In the morning, I will demonstrate how to start the color layer for the painting using what we learned the previous day. Following the demo, you will work on your painting with one-on-one instruction.

In the afternoon, I will demonstrate finishing techniques (scumbling, glazing, etc.), adding details, and how to critique your painting for adjustments. You will complete your painting with one-on-one instruction following the demo.

If time permits, we will have a group critique and review of your completed painting at the end of the second day.

For more information, Call 405-474-1973 to check out https://terrarosagallery.com/workshops

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