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

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

Our Grants for Artists Education Assistance Grant application opens on November 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-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

Our Grants for Artists Professional Basics Grant application opens on November 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-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition

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

Artists and collaborative artist teams can submit qualifications for the design and oversight of installation of a terrazzo floor artwork for an Oklahoma Art in Public Places project at the Allen Wright Memorial Library near the Oklahoma State Capitol in Oklahoma City.

The Allen Wright Memorial Library is the home of the Oklahoma Department of Libraries, the state's central agency for library and archival services. The agency's mission is to expand access to information, sustain the infrastructure of Oklahoma libraries, and safeguard the state's documentary heritage.

For the building's renovation, the commissioned artwork can honor the library's namesake, Chief Allen Wright—credited as the person who suggested Indian Territory be called "Oklahoma"—while primarily highlighting the role and impact of the Oklahoma Department of Libraries. A terrazzo floor is envisioned to guide visitors toward the newly updated public archival area, serving as both a welcoming entry feature and an artistic pathway. The size of the artwork area is approximately 1,795 square feet and is located at the entryway of the facility.

The artist or artist team will receive $35,000 to design and oversee the terrazzo artwork installation.

Deadline for submissions is January 13, 2026.

Download the RFQ for complete details about the project.

Submit qualifications here.

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This {Event/Opportunity} is provided by Oklahoma Arts Council and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!

Applications are open for visual artists and artist collectives residing or working in central Oklahoma or rural communities whose works are culturally or historically relevant to Oklahoma and appeal to a broad audience to submit proposals for consideration for the 2027 Step-Up Art Program.
Application Deadline: Jan 25, 2026 at 11:59PM CT

This application is free and open to all Oklahoma residents located in OKC & Rural Areas
Apply Now

The Timeline:

• December 5 - Call for Artists Opens
• December 17 @ 11:30am CT - Virtual Info Webinar
• January 25, 2026 - Call for Artists Closes
• February/March 2026 - Artist(s) Selection Phase
• March/April 2026 - Artist(s) Contracting Phase
• June 2026 - Step-Up Artist(s) announced at the 2026 Allied Arts Campaign Celebration
• November 2026 - Step-Up Artist(s) presentation at Allied Arts Workplace Giving Coordinators Event & Artwork Delivery/Distribution Begins
• January 2027 - Campaign Kick-Off Event

About Step-Up Art Program:
Since 2016, Allied Arts has commissioned local artists to create original works, which are gifted to donors who contribute $200 or more to Workplace Giving drives that support its annual fundraising campaigns. The program not only recognizes donor generosity but also provides meaningful promotional and income opportunities for local artists, connecting philanthropy with creativity in inspiring ways.This program is facilitated by the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).

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

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

Accessibly build your portfolio, prepare for exhibitions, and enhance your online presence during our January Photo Studio session at Uncanny Art House in Norman!

Sign Up!

• Sign up Deadline: January 12, 2026
• Session Day: January 17, 2026, Slots Available: 11AM–2PM

The Photo Studio only facilitates same day artwork drop-off and pick-up at the session location.

Session Cost (Up to 10 Artworks):
*OVAC Members: $50
Non-Members: $100
*OVAC Members always receive a discounted rate on OVAC Photo Studio Sessions.

Want the discount? Become an OVAC Member!

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

The Public Arts Commission of Enid (PACE) in Enid, Oklahoma, is seeking proposals from professional artists to be considered for a community public art mural to be painted on a building located at 1201 W Rupe in Meadowlake Park North.

The vision for the project is the upcoming celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary. The location of the building where the mural will be painted is in a municipal park where our community celebration of the 4th of July is held every year.

Anticipated Start Date: March 16th, 2026
Installation Completion Date: June 30th, 2026

*The mural must be completed and ready for public viewing for the 4th of July Community Celebration. The building is approximate eight (8) feet tall and twenty-four (24) feet long. The mural is intended to remain for a minimum of 10 years.

Learn more and apply

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This Opportunity is provided by City of Enid, Public Arts Commission of Enid and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).

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

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!

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

Join Oklahoma Contemporary for an engaging series of gallery talks presented by ArtNow: Materials and Boundaries exhibiting artists, Guest Curator Alexa Goetzinger and Guest Curatorial Assistant Virginia Sitzes. These conversations offer a unique opportunity to hear directly from the artists, gain insight into their creative practices and explore the ideas behind the works featured in the exhibition. Each month highlights different artists and themes, inviting fresh perspectives and meaningful dialogue. 

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

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

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!

Join us for Art Crit Night at Oklahoma Contemporary on January 21, 2025 from 5:30–8pm! Art Crit Night is a free to attend art critique event featuring two local artists who present their work during a curator-led discussion. Artists, arts professionals, collectors, and anyone curious about joining the conversation can look forward to a relaxed evening of engaging discussion and mingling with art friends.

Be sure to come early for Artist Networking from 5:30–6pm!

The Curator:
AnnaVittoria Pickett

The Artists:
Come back soon for the announcement of the artists!

This event is free and open to the public.

Limited space, pre-registration is highly recommended.

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

Step inside the surreal world of In Dreams: A David Lynch Tribute for an evening of uncanny laughter and absurd humor.

Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026

⏰ Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

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

FEATURED PERFORMERS

JOSH FADEM

An actor, writer, and comedian known for his offbeat wit and physical comedy, Josh Fadem is recognizable from Twin Peaks: The Return (as Phil Bisby), 30 Rock, and Better Call Saul. His recent projects include The Creep Tapes (2024– ), IT: Welcome to Derry, and The Asset. Expect surreal energy and sharp absurdism.

THE MARTIN DUPRASS

This husband-and-wife puppeteering duo is known for their offbeat characters and DIY comedy. What began as a quarantine sketch evolved into a 37-minute satire about internet fame and social-media chaos. Their newest short, Awkward Gawker, premiered at the Oklahoma Film Exchange in October and features Oklahoma’s outsider comedy scene.

JENIFFER JOHNSON

A rising Oklahoma comedian (Reweathering America), Jennifer Johnson’s dry wit and disarming honesty turn everyday experiences into hilariously sharp observations.

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!

Every January, DNA Galleries has started off their new year with an art show in collaboration with The Homeless Alliance. Once again, they are pleased to welcome back the artists from the Fresh stART program!⁠

Fresh stART is an open-studio art program designed to provide people experiencing homelessness in Oklahoma City with a supportive environment for creating art. It operates twice a week at our Day Shelter. This program allows participants to express their creativity, manage emotional issues, develop social skills, and engage with others in a positive environment.⁠

Art opening + artist reception: Thursday, January 8th from 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Exhibition ends: Saturday, February 7th 2025

Learn more

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

Save the Date: Exhibition Dates: March 27–28, 2025

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 while providing mentorship and skill-building.

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Event Schedule:

March 27, 2026
25th Anniversary Celebration | 5:30–7pm

• Gallery Talk with Guest Curator, Kristin Gentry and Emerging Curator, MaryAnn Guoladdle Parker

Main Event | 7–10pm

March 28, 2026
Pay What You Can Hours | 1–4pm

• Low-Sensory Experience
• Artist Talk with Curators and Spotlight Artists, Kayla Anley, Mack Brim, and Nayelly Morales Rojo

Main Event | 7–10pm

Plus Community Art Activities all weekend!
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Learn more and donate at Ovac-Ok.Org/Momentum

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The Yale Theater | 227 SW 25th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

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

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

Every year, Oklahomans for the Arts hosts Arts & Culture Day, the state’s only arts advocacy event. This unique day brings together artists, educators, organizations, and advocates to champion the value of the arts in Oklahoma. Attendees will receive advocacy training, learn about key legislative issues impacting the arts, connect directly with state legislators, and celebrate the transformative role of the arts in our communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard and support the future of creativity in Oklahoma!

Register Today!

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This Event is provided by Oklahomans for the Arts and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 2300 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Submit your art events & opportunities to our Oklahoma Arts Resource Calendar!