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 READINGThe 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 READINGLeslie 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 READINGHello 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 […]
CONTINUE READINGThe Oak Park Area Arts Council’s Fine Art and Russell C. Lissuzzo scholarship applications are due Friday, January 31, 2020. Fill out a Russell C. Lissuzzo application here. Fill out a Fine Arts application here.
CONTINUE READINGThe mural is finished and it looks fabulous! There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration on Saturday, August 31st, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on South Blvd, east of Oak Park Ave, the mural is across from the original Val’s halla Record store location. Come on by and meet Joe, say hello to Shayne who […]
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