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Mission Statement
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
The Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition was founded
with the intent to support the visual arts and
artists of Oklahoma. This core mission is
supported by the belief that art is essential.
Visual art and artists can enrich the lives of the
communities in which they live. Supporting
these artists and their work is a worthwhile
endeavor. We believe that Oklahoma artists can
have a vital and fulfilling career. It is our duty to
help artists gain the tools to sustain themselves
in their chosen career. It is our goal to connect
Oklahoma artists with each other and with the
communities in which they live. Artists and
audiences can flourish if given the opportunities
to learn from one another.
About OVACOklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
The Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition (OVAC) is a nonprofit
organization that has helped artists in Oklahoma realize their
potential for the past 28 years. OVAC promotes public interest in
the arts by helping people of all ages understand the visual arts.
Annually OVAC serves more than 1,700 artists throughout the state
through funding, education, and exposure. We expose 24.000
people every year to arts and artists in their community. Our
publications and public events help more than 3,500 young
Oklahomans. This is all made possible with the help of our more
than 275 volunteers.
2016 Momentum
ExhibitionsOklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
OVAC has four major art exhibitions that
showcase the works of Oklahoma artists. These
include: 24 Works on Paper, Art 365, Concept,
and Momentum
24 Works on PaperThis is a traveling exhibition that tours galleries around
Oklahoma. The biennial tour showcases the art of living
Oklahoman's. Entries for 2016 start in June and the Exhibition
tours August 2016January 2018.
Works From 20142016 Tour
Exhibitions Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
Art 365Art 365 is an exhibition that selects five Oklahoma artists and gives
them a year to create groundbreaking new art. These artists are
also given a grant of $12,000 and are paired with a nationally
recognized curator to help them with this project.
Five Artists/1 Curator/$60,000/Art365.org
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Exhibitions Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
ConceptConcept is a triennial exhibition that promotes outstanding artists in
Oklahoma and pairs them with fellow artists from the region. The
goal of this exhibit is to increase exposure for artists and create
connections in the art community. Concept 2016 paired 4 artists
from Oklahoma with 4 artists from partner city St. Louis. Their work
was exhibited at Hardesty Arts Center in Tulsa, and The Luminary
art gallery in St. Louis.
Exhibitions ContinuedOklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
MomentumMomentum is an annual art exhibition for artists under 30. This
exhibit is geared to help young artists gain experience as well as
introduce their work to the community. The event is held in both
Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
Funding ForArtists
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
OVAC is proud to offer five different types of grants for eligible
Oklahoma artists. These grants help individual artists create new
works of art, hone their professional craft through continued
learning, and lead the way to developing community art projects.
Professional Basics GrantA grant for up to $500 dollars of matched funds to help an artist
get supplies to help them get started in their career.
Education GrantThis grant offers up to $500 of matched funds for an artist to
attend workshops and conferences.
Creative projects GrantA grant of up to $1,500 for an artist to create new work for a
public event type showing.
Community/Artist Partnership(CAP) GrantThis is a $1,200 grant of community partner matched fund that
will culminate in a community based art creation.
Funding ForArtists
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
Oklahoma Visual Arts Fellowships &Student Awards of ExcellenceEvery year OVAC gives out four awards to deserving Oklahoma
artists. The Oklahoma Visual Arts Fellowship gives $5,000 to two
recipients each year. The Student Awards of Excellence awards
two young artists with $500 each. The Awards are chosen each
year from submission judged by a guest curator.
2015 Oklahoma Visual Arts FellowshipRecipients
Stuart Asprey, Norman
Jason Cytacki, Norman
2015 Student Awards of ExcellenceRecipients
Ashley Farrier, Stillwater
Kim Rice, Norman
EducationOklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
ARTiculateA series of presentations and speakers for artists to learn more
about the business of art. OVAC brings in speakers to talk with
artists on a variety of subjects.
Artist Survival Kit WorkshopsThis is a series of professional development workshops for
artists to gain the skills they need to succeed in their careers
as artists. This workshop offers an opportunity to meet other
artists from around the state and share experiences about the
business of art.
Resources for High school ArtistsOVAC has made a guide for young artists to explore the
opportunities available to them in Oklahoma through education
and grants.
Oklahoma Art Writing & CuratorialFellowshipThis program awards 12 fellows the opportunity to cultivate
their skills by offering access to regional and national curators,
critics, organizers, and academics. The program includes
private lectures and handson workshops.
Education Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
Tulsa Art Studio TourThe Tulsa Art Studio tour is a program designed to introduce the
works of local Tulsa artists to the community. The tour offers the
public the rare opportunity to watch an artist work. There is also an
opportunity for the artists and public to meet and discuss art.
FundraisingOklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
12 x 12 Art Fundraiser
What better way for an organization devoted to the visual arts to
raise money than an art show? The 12x12 Art fundraiser raises
funds for all of OVAC's programs. The yearly event event hosts
175 of Oklahoma's finest artists with food, music and fun. The
name 12x12 comes from the perameters set for each piece of
art. Each work must be 12x12 inches in order to be considered
for the showing. The artworks then go into a silent auction with
each piece starting $175.
Event Details When: September 23, 2016 7 p.m.10:00 p.m.
Where: Science Museum, 2020 Remington Place, OKC
Sponsor preview Hour 6 p.m.
Our StaffOklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
Executive Director Holly Moye Holly comes to OVAC from Boston
where she graduated with Honors from
Boston University with a BA and MA in
Art History. She was Director for Boston
based ArtsBridge. An organization
devoted to connecting students with
educational and growth opportunities in
visual and performing arts. Moye
previously worked for a political
campaign consulting firm.
Contact Holly Moye for: Sponsorships and Donations,Exhibitions, 12x12 Art Fundraiser, Tulsa Art Studio Tour, Artist
Grants
Associate Director Lauren ScarpelloLauren comes to OVAC from New
Orleans where she graduated with a MA
in Arts Administration from New Orleans
University. Lauren is the editor of
OVAC's Publication Art Focus Oklahoma.
She has a depth of experience in working
with nonprofit art organizations. She
manages all of OVAC's marketing and
public relations. Contact Lauren Scarpello for: ART Focus Oklahoma, MediaInquiries
Our StaffOklahoma Visual Arts Council
Accounts Supervisor Jarica WalshJarica came to OVAC as an intern from
the University of Oklahoma. Her
passion and dedication to the visual
arts in Oklahoma assured her a place
with OVAC after she completed her
studies. She is an active artist working
with ceramics and fiber. She is an Artist
INC OKC 2015 Fellow.
Contact Jarica Walsh for: Billing Inquiries
Outreach Coordinator Joshua CasellaJoshua came to OVAC as a volunteer
then as an Intern from Oklahoma City
University. He now helps connect
artist, educators, and patrons from
around the state. Joshua has a BFA
with a focus on painting and has an
active studio practice.
Contact Joshua Casella for: Virtual Artist Gallery,Membership, Education, ASK Workshops & Artist INC
Contact usOklahoma Visual Arts Coalition
730 W. Wilshire, Suite 104 Oklahoma City, OK 73116
405-879-2400ovac-ok.org
For more information give us a call405-879-2400 or visit out website
ovac-ok.orgFollow us on Social Media @OKartFor videos check out our YouTube
ChannelOKVisualArts
730 W. Wilshire Blvd. Suite 104
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Michael Collin Fowler
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News Release
June 4, 2016
Artist Repels Down Grain Silo with OVAC Grant
Oklahoma City, OKlahoma Artist Rick Sinnett needed
climbing gear to finish his massive public art piece on the side
of an old grain silo near the heart of Oklahoma City. The silo
has been converted into an urban rock climbing facility. Sinnett
in partnership with a Grant from the Oklahoma Visual Artist
Coalition was able to complete the 100 ft by 128ft mural. When
asked for comment Mr. Sinnett said, "A project like this would
not have been possible without the partnership of an
organization like OVAC." You can see Rick Sinnetts mural from
both directions driving down I40 coming into Oklahoma City.
The project was covered by public television station OETA. The
program is viewable from the OETA website oeta.tv.
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Q & A What is OVAC? We are a nonprofit organization founded in 1988
to help Oklahoma artists reach their potential. We exist to make
sure artists, galleries, and the public are always connected in a
fruitful relationship.
Where can I get pictures and video Broll for my news story?Ovac has a virtual gallery and photos of events online at ovac
ok.org. We have video for use on our YouTube Channel
OKVisualArts.
When is your next event? Our calendar of upcomming events ison our website at ovacok.org/calendar/
I need an interview with a specific artist from one of yourshows can you help us get in contact with them? Yes, we willdo our best to try to connect the media with all of our artist
members.
Can I get media passes to your next event? Yes, contact us byphone or email and we can get you media passes to our events.