At this time we are planning for the VOP Community Mini Mural Project to take place this summer. Applications are available online here. Round 1 deadline is May 14. Take care and Stay Safe, Camille
CONTINUE READING →The 2021 Off the Wall application is now available. Applications are due April 30, 2021. Interested applicants ages 16-22 who are residents of Oak Park, Forest Park or River Forest can fill out an application here.
CONTINUE READING →The Oak Park Area Arts Council is offering the following 3 scholarship opportunities to arts involved graduating seniors who will pursue an arts major in college. The Oak Park Area Arts Council Fine Arts Scholarships are open to any graduating senior going on to major in the arts in college and are residents of Oak […]
CONTINUE READING →Leslie Ann Jones was a long-time Oak Park resident and supporter of the arts. Leslie was a talented knitter, jewelry-maker, basket-maker, Japanese ink painter and screen-printer. Her philosophy as an artist and crafter was “Wabi Sabi,” which translates to “a way of living that focuses on finding beauty within the imperfections of life and accepting […]
CONTINUE READING →Hello everyone, The Oak Park Area Arts Council hopes that you are sheltering in place and staying safe. This is such a difficult and challenging time for all of us. I know there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Let’s hope that it starts to flicker soon. We would […]
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