Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition - OVAC

06/04/2026

OVAC Members Show, on view now until August 2nd at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum | Oklahoma Hall of Fame in Oklahoma City 💛

06/03/2026

✨ Tomorrow night!
Join us for the opening reception of the . There’s something really special about seeing so many OVAC Members' work come together in one space. Come celebrate the artists, connect with community, and experience the exhibition for yourself.

📍 Oklahoma Hall of Fame | Gaylord-Pickens Museum
🗓 Opening Reception: June 4, 2026 | 5:30–7:30pm
🗓 Panel: July 11, 2026 | 10–11:30am
🗓 Exhibition Dates: June 2–August 1, 2026

🔗 RSVP at the link in our bio or visit Ovac-Ok.Org/OvacMembersShow

06/03/2026

See you tomorrow!

The 2026 OVAC Members Show is now open! Come view the exhibit, and join us later this week for an opening reception celebrating the artists!

🖼️Thursday, June 4
🖼️5:30-7:30 p.m.
🖼️Free to attend
🖼️Refreshments and light snacks provided
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition - OVAC

06/02/2026

🌟 OVAC MEMBER NEWS - OPEN ART CALL for "We Belong" Mycelium Gallery Pride Art Show
Applications are open for an LGBTQ2+ Art Show celebrating the power of self-expression and the community that helps to empower each other to live boldly and authentically.
📆 Application Deadline: June 15, 2026
📆 Reception: June 20, 2026 | 7–9pm

📍 Mycelium Gallery, Oklahoma City, Ok
🔗 Apply at the link in our bio or visit MyceliumGallery.Com/Pride
Thanks to Mycelium Gallery for submitting!

06/01/2026

✨ Meet Cinthya Salazar from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma–our June Spotlight !

Cinthya Salazar’s fun and whimsical sculptures captivate viewers, inviting them into a world where each creation tells a unique story. Through her keen observations of the world, she captures the essence of contemporary life, infusing joy and curiosity into every piece. Cinthya’s art serves as a testament to the limitless possibilities of creative expression, blending her joyful spirit with the timeless medium of pottery. As she continues to shape her artistic narrative, her work stands as a celebration of the everyday, reminding us all to find beauty and amusement in the world around us.

As an OVAC Member, Cinthya is part of a statewide network of artists, advocates and arts workers connected through resources, opportunities, and support that help creative practices grow in Oklahoma.

🔗 Learn more about OVAC Membership at the link in our bio or visit Ovac-Ok.Org/Membership

05/30/2026

💛 Ready to give BIG to the Oklahoma arts community with your ? Our Collector Membership is the highest level of giving our Coalition Membership offers.

A highlight of our Collector Membership is the Community Supported Artist (CSA) Program; a cornerstone of OVAC's commitment to enabling the Oklahoma arts ecosystem. OVAC Member Artists are matched with Collector Members based on their like interests and the artist receives funding to create a commissioned piece specifically for the Collector Member. By participating in this initiative, artists receive the backing they need to push creative boundaries and contribute meaningfully to Oklahoma's rich artistic tapestry.

Being an OVAC Collector Member means joining a collaborative effort that empowers artists and local collectors to enhance the cultural landscape of Oklahoma.

🔗 Become a Collector Member at the link in our bio or visit Ovac-Ok.Org/Membership

05/29/2026

⭐ Art Fundraiser applications are due NEXT WEEK for Artists!

The 2026 event will take place on October 3rd at the Dunlap Codding, featuring an eclectic fusion of works created by 175 Oklahoma artists available for purchase through an online auction, lite bites, drinks, live music, and art activities, making it a memorable one-night-only art celebration! This annual event raises vital funds for all of OVAC’s programs and services, ensuring Oklahoma is a place where visual artists can thrive and positively impact their communities.

📆 Application due June 5, 2026
🔗 Apply at the link in our bio or visit Ovac-Ok.Org/12x12

05/29/2026

🌟 OVAC MEMBER NEWS - Uncanny Garage Sale
Uncanny Art House is hosting a two-day garage sale to support the space and make room for the next series of shows and events coming later this year and into 2027. They are clearing out a wide variety of items from past exhibitions and daily operations and looking to find them new homes!

📆 June 6–7, 2026
📍 Uncanny Art House, Norman, Ok

Thanks to Uncanny Art House for submitting!

05/28/2026

The Opening Reception of the 2026 is NEXT WEEK at Oklahoma Hall of Fame | Gaylord-Pickens Museum. Come meet the artists and learn more about the works from Coalition artists from across the state!

🗓 Exhibition Dates: June 2–August 1, 2026
🗓 Opening Reception: June 4, 2026 | 5:30–7:30pm
🗓 Panel: July 11, 2026 | 10–11:30am

🔗 RSVP at the link in our bio or visit OVAC-OK.Org/MembersShow