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Founded in 1967. Over 200 members who have a passion for creativity and art. Membership is open to all who support, create and promote local art.

All are welcome to attend our monthly membership meetings and bring a guest! Founded in 1967, the Oshawa Art Association (OAA) has been a cornerstone of the local arts community for over five decades. Within its first year, the OAA grew to 150 members—and we’ve been going strong ever since! We meet on the second Wednesday of each month from September to June at 7 p.m. at the Arts Resource Centre in Oshawa. These meetings are open to both members and guests, featuring opportunities to connect, share ideas, and enjoy live demonstrations or presentations by talented local and national artists. The OAA hosts:
Workshops
An Annual Juried Art Exhibition
Spring & Fall Art Festivals
Art Crawls and Paint Battles
Participation in community events like the Peony Festival and Convergence

New for 2025: We were excited to launch our Mural & Art Walk Initiative, highlighting public art on the streets of the downtown heritage district of Oshawa. Whether you're an emerging or established artist, we invite you to drop in, get involved, and experience the creative energy of the OAA. We’re a friendly, inclusive group of artists making a difference in Durham Region’s cultural landscape. http://www.oshawaartassociation.com

11/02/2026

Calling all OAA members! 🎨✨ 2027 marks our 60th (Diamond) Anniversary, and we need YOUR creative vision to design our official celebration stamp!

We’re looking for a simple, scalable graphic to brand all of our events, demos, and workshops throughout our anniversary year.

Quick Guidelines:
💎 Must reference OAA 60th Anniversary / 1967–2027 / Diamond motif
💎 Must be simple & scalable (works on mobile, converts easily to solid black/white)
💎 Vector, EPS, or high-res PNG with transparent background (no JPEGs)
🎨 Color is welcome, but black & white versatility is key!

📩 Submit your designs to: [email protected]
🔗 Full details & submission info: oshawaartassociation.com/brand-60

Drop your entries in and help us mark 60 years of community art!

11/01/2026

Get ready to celebrate the season with us at our Holiday Party! 🎄✨

Join us for an evening filled with good cheer, great company, and creative conversation. We’ve got a fantastic night planned, including:

🍲 Potluck – Bring a dish or favorite treat to share!
🎨 Ornament Painting & Mini Painting Exchange – Get crafty and take home a piece of art.
🥫 Food Drive – Please bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Simcoe Hall Settlement House and support our local community.

📅 Date: Wednesday, Dec. 9
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Art Resource Centre, 45 Queen St.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥂✨

10/30/2026

🎨 DRAWING AND PAINTING A PORTRAIT – INTENSIVE WORKSHOP

Ready to take your portrait skills to the next level? Join the Oshawa Art Association for a hands-on 4-hour workshop with local artist and instructor Olivia Morin!

Whether you're new to portrait painting or looking to strengthen your skills, Olivia will guide you through the process of creating an expressive acrylic portrait, covering proportion, facial features, values, and expressive brushwork.

Come ready to paint, experiment, and have fun! 🖌️

📅 Saturday, November 21
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Centennial Albert United Church, 19 Rosehill Blvd., Oshawa

🎟️ Workshop Fees:
OAA Members: $85
Non-Members: $95

🔗 Register at www.oshawaartassociation.com/workshops

Questions? Contact [email protected]

10/29/2026

🎨 NOVEMBER MEMBERS MEETING – GUEST ARTIST OLIVIA MORIN!

Join us Wednesday, November 11, from 7–9 PM as we welcome local Oshawa portrait artist Olivia Morin for a live painting demonstration!

Olivia works in acrylics and oils, creating expressive portraits with bold colour, energetic brushwork, and a focus on capturing the character and emotion of her subjects.

During the demo, Olivia will show us how she paints in acrylics like they’re OILS! 🖌️

📅 Wednesday, November 11
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Arts Resource Centre, 45 Queen St., Oshawa

Come out, connect with fellow artists, and enjoy an evening of art and inspiration. All are welcome!

🌐 www.oshawaartassociation.com

10/16/2026

10/04/2026

Address

1626 Simcoe Street N
Oshawa, ON
L1G4X9

Website

http://www.oshawaartassociation.com/, https://www.instagram.com/oshawa.art.association/, https://m.youtube.com/@oshawaar

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