Life Figure Session open studio for visual artists, live model provided. Sometimes, the models are clothed. Please text 479-280-0298 or 405-882-9912 to RSVP (as this is a weekly drop-in session), or to confirm whether that week's session is suitable for those under 18.

Weekly Life Figure Sessions (Gestures) on Wednesdays, 7-9 pm; $15 per artist.

The 2nd Wednesday of every month is Long Pose, from 7-10 pm; $20 per artist.

Some supplies are provided for use.

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SHOP 108, located within 108|Contemporary is accepting submissions from artists living in Oklahoma and neighboring states for the 2027 year. We are seeking craftspeople whose work represents the cutting edge of the region’s fine craft art. Submissions are accepted June 1 – September 6, 2026. Work that meets the jury selection process and criteria will be showcased to sell on-site and online throughout the 2027 calendar year.

Apply

More information can be found at 108contemporary.org

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This Opportunity is provided by 108|Contemporary and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 108 E Reconciliation Wy, Tulsa, OK 74103

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INSPIRING HOPE Juried Art Show benefiting the Friends of the OU Breast Health Network!

Friends of the OU Breast Health Network is a 501c3 Nonprofit whose mission is to raise funds to help promote awareness about breast cancer and support the work done at OU Health Breast Health Network. The Friends help fund breast mammography screening, biopsies, genetic testing and contrast mammography for women who have no other funding sources as well as support the needs of the OU Health Breast Health Network.

Artwork should "Inspire Hope". Some examples of artwork that may fit with the theme are below, however, these are not required and the theme is up to the artist's interpretation.

-Artwork that shows Hope.

-Artwork that Inspires Hope.

-Positive imagery that Inspires Hope.

-Artwork that shows uplifting imagery that could inspire people battling breast cancer.

-Artwork that goes beyond the symbolism of breast cancer and explores the things in life that we each find to inspire and encourage healing and well-being.

ARTIST CALL Deadline: August 31st, 2026 by 11PM

APPLICATION LINK: https://forms.gle/e1XdPo7D9GR3q65n7

-Guest Juror: Kimberly Pagonis, Artist/Owner & Curator of Terra Rosa Gallery

-Awards: 1-$500 First Prize 2-$250 Merit Awards

•Monday, August 31, 2026-DEADLINE-Digital Submissions DUE BY 11PM

-Friday, September 11th-Notification of selected works via email by 5PM

-Saturday, September 26, 12-5PM-Delivery of selected works to the Paseo Arts and Creativity Center, 3024 Paseo, OKC, OK 73103

-Exhibit Dates-October 2-31

-Saturday, October 31, 12-5PM-Last Day of Exhibit and Artist Pickup of Any Unsold Art

-Application Link: https://forms.gle/e1XdPo7D9GR3q65n7

-Contact: betsymantor@gmail.com

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PRISMA ART PRIZE — ROME — 20th EDITION

International Open Call for Painters, Illustrators, Printmakers and Traditional 2D Artists

Prisma Art Prize opens its 20th edition, continuing its mission as an international platform dedicated to painting and two-dimensional artistic research.

Based in Rome, the prize welcomes artists from all over the world and supports the many directions that contemporary painting can take today: from figurative to abstract, from intimate visual narratives to experimental approaches, from traditional techniques to hybrid forms of image-making.

The 20th edition will lead to the annual group exhibition at Palazzo Merulana, Rome, opening on 5 November 2026, in one of the city’s most significant cultural venues.

Annual Awards & Opportunities:

• Cash prizes: €2,000 per year, distributed across the four quarterly calls
• Annual exhibition: group exhibition at Palazzo Merulana, Rome — opening 5 November 2026
• Solo shows: Isorrophia Gallery Prize + Pallavicini–Dettori Prize
• Artist residencies: Dar Meso Residency Prize, Osservatoriomaree Residency Prize
• Editorial opportunities: catalogue publication, artist interviews and online features
• Additional partner prizes and opportunities to be announced

Timeline — 20th Edition

• Submissions open: 4 June 2026
• Submissions close: 10 September 2026
• Winners announcement: September 2026
• Exhibition selections announcement: September 2026
• Annual prizes announcement: September 2026
• Annual exhibition opening: 5 November 2026, Palazzo Merulana, Rome

Entry Fees:

€34 for 1–3 artworks

€5 for each additional artwork, up to 8 artworks total

Payment options: PayPal, credit card, bank transfer

Curated by Domenico De Chirico

Artistic Direction: Marco Crispano

Production: Il Varco Creative Hub

Submit your work: https://www.prismaartprize.com/submit/

More info: https://www.prismaartprize.com/about/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prismaartprize/

Email: prismaartprize@gmail.com

Vision Eufaula is hosting the art and wine festival located in Eufaula Oklahoma on September 12. From 10:am- 6:00pm. During this event, we will have live music food the best wine in Oklahoma and also the top artist in Oklahoma. Come join in for this event and get your art on display.

This event has a judged art show and 1,000 will be awarded and divided between1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

Apply for artist booth space

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This Opportunity is provided by Vision Eufaula and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 150 N Front St. Eufaula, OK 74432

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The Regent Bank Amphitheater Mural Competition is a statewide opportunity for Oklahoma artists to submit original mural concepts for the new Regent Bank Amphitheater in Broken Arrow. Presented in partnership with ARTSOK, VENU Arts and Culture Foundation, VENU, and Regent Bank Amphitheater, the competition will award $5,000 in total prizes. Selected artwork will be reproduced as public-facing installations at the venue, helping showcase Oklahoma artists as part of this new regional entertainment destination.

Apply

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This Opportunity is provided by ARTSOK Inc. and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).

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FEAST (Funding Emerging Artists Through Sustainable Tactics) is an annual artist grant program managed by the Paseo Arts Association that provides five hopeful artists with the opportunity to fund their creative vision, project or artistic endeavors.

Every October, selected finalists and patrons attend an evening dinner gathering where finalists pitch their projects, and the community selects a winner by vote. The selected artist receives up to $2,000 in financial support for their project and returns to the event the following year to provide an update. All fields of art are eligible!

Apply

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This Opportunity is provided by Friends of the Paseo Arts & Creativity Center and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: Paseo Arts & Creativity Center

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Looking to have your own art show? Exhibit applications are due on October 1, 2026, for 2027 solo or group art exhibits at the galleries of the Paseo Arts Association's Paseo Arts & Creativity Center (PACC) located in the historic Paseo Arts District.

The PAA Exhibits Committee and PAA Staff provide professional art installation, a gallery poster, press release, artwork labels, social media graphic/post, current exhibit page on website, an opening reception during the First Friday Gallery Walk with the option to hold a private event during the month.

PAA Staff and Volunteers manage sales during regular gallery hours Tuesday-Friday 11a-5p and Saturday 12-5p. The PAA's commission on all art sales is 20%.

Apply

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This Opportunity is provided by Friends of the Paseo Arts & Creativity Center and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: Paseo Arts & Creativity Center

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Our Grants for Artists Education Assistance Grant application opens on August 1st 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!

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 (OVAC)

Our Grants for Artists Professional Basics Grant application opens on August 1st 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-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC)

Our Grants for Artists Creative Projects Grant application opens on August 1st 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-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC)

Our Grants for Artists Community/Artist Partnerships Grant application opens on August 1st 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-Temoshok, at ariana@ovac-ok.org or call (405) 879-2400 Ex. 5.

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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition

American Theatre Company is currently looking for a Musical Director for our upcoming production of A Christmas Carol as part of our 50th anniversary celebration.

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a beloved holiday production and help bring the music of this timeless story to life. If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out for more information.

Learn More and Apply Here!

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This Event/Opportunity is provided by American Theatre Company and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 3306 Charles Page Blvd, Tulsa, OK 74127

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Be it animal, reptile, fish or insect, we love our (real or imagined) companion counterparts and welcome local artists to celebrate them in their own personalized art forms.

Join us for opening night with live ambient music by Santiago Ramones, meet local artists, and mingle within the creative space.

$10 tickets can be purchased on the Mycelium Gallery website or at the door the night of the event.

Open call for artists can be found at MyceliumGallery.com/group-art-shows

Mycelium Gallery offers nonalcoholic libations that promote functionality, slight mood enhancement, and small batch hand-crafted canned soda.

Purchase Tickets and Learn More Here!

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This Event/Opportunity is provided by Mycelium Network LLC and is not in direct affiliation with Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC).
The address for this event is: 2816 N. Pennsylvania Ave., OKC, Ok, 73107

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