“I’ve always loved color and plants because I see so much beauty in what the earth creates on its own, without any help from us,” Jayna Hadwiger said. “Even now, some of the only positive news during this time has been the recovery of nature during this lack of pollution. Some of my more recent […]
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Artist of the Quarantine: Brittany Berbena-Phillips
“My work is inspired by people and human connection. Most of these images are of friends or models who eventually became friends,” Brittany Berbena-Phillips said. “I always strive to capture raw emotion in my work, and I find that being vulnerable with your subject allows them to do the same. It’s not my goal to […]
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Artist of the Quarantine: Clark Griffith
Clark Griffith bought his first guitar at the age of 17. His interest in music started earlier, but the guitar, for Clark, was the goal. After a few years of learning the instrument, the idea of building, luthiery, began to emerge. Clark had always had a curiosity for how things work, taking toys apart, putting […]
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Artist of the Quarantine: Gentry Leach
“Throughout my practice, I explore my emotional identity as a spiritual being having a human experience. I believe art is a crucial tool in understanding the deep inner truths of our humanity. I create meaningful works in an effort to connect with others on the core roots of our existence,” Gentry Leach said. “My conceptual […]
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PRESS RELEASE Art To-Go! Supply Kits
Positive Tomorrows and other non-profits groups are working together with Arts Council Oklahoma City’s All Access Arts Program to accommodate families in need. Arts Council Oklahoma City (ACOKC) assembled art kits for families to take home in conjunction with Positive Tomorrows’ backpacks filled with home essentials initiative. “We love partnering with Positive Tomorrows and providing […]
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Artist of the Quarantine: Eric Lyons
“Over the years, and probably from my influence of being a photographer, I have fallen in love with lost images. My definition of lost images would be defined by those images that you find in shoe boxes from years ago at local thrift stores, flea markets, estate sells and antique stores,” said Eric Lyons, artist […]
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Artist of the Quarantine: Erik Hoepfner
“Being a digital painter, I love that the gap between traditional and digital is getting smaller,” Erik Hoepfner said. “Nothing will ever beat the pencil, but working on my iPad or iPhone is like having a tiny studio in my pocket. Whether it’s with a phone or a pen, doodle this month. It’s a great […]
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Artist of the Quarantine: (LC) Squared (Joe Garcia)
“(LC) Squared is a one-man multi-medium custom manufacturing workshop in OKC developed from an enjoyment of problem solving, working with my hands, and the creative process,” said Joe Garcia. “I work diligently on quality of manufacturing and design for every handmade good, be it a one-off custom item or a small batch for retail.” Visit […]
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Prix de West® Invitational Art Exhibition & Sale set for September Sale at National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
The nation’s premier Western art exhibition and sale will return this fall to the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. The 48th Annual Prix de West Invitational Art Exhibition & Sale will be on display from August 1 – September 13, 2020, with the sale taking place September 12. Prix de West offers more than […]
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Artist of the Quarantine: Lauren Rosenfelt
“My present body of work serves to communicate the connection humanity shares with nature and the varying impacts this unity entails,” Lauren Rosenfelt said. “Each piece highlights the significance of individual creatures, from large to seemingly minuscule. With this imagery, I strive to influence my audience to act with compassion toward nature emphasizing the importance […]