Get ready to experience an exciting season of vibrant Ogunquit Art Association exhibitions, programs about art + the creative process, and opportunities to create art at Barn Gallery in Ogunquit through our entire 2023 season (from Wednesday, May 24th through Monday, October 9th).
CLICK HERE FOR A DOWNLOADABLE PDF SCHEDULE OF THE 2023 SEASON AT BARN GALLERY IN OGUNQUIT, MAINE.
The Ogunquit Art Association (OAA) was originally founded in 1928 by Charles H. Woodbury and other area artists. The OAA’s original mission statement offers the public ‘the opportunity for aesthetic experience and the acquisition of works of art.’ It offers artists life-long memberships and the opportunity ‘to display that which is, in his or her own judgment, his or her finest work, free from the usual vagaries of popular opinion and fashions of taste. This brings into view a true representation of art from the artists’ point of view.’
For 2023, which represents the 95th year of active existence for the OAA, all visitors to Barn Gallery in Ogunquit will be able to witness the OAA mission in full and glorious action. Gallery spaces covered with compelling and evocative OAA artwork. Festive opening exhibitions buzzing with the colorful conversation and keen cultural appreciation of artists, collectors, and art lovers of all stripes. Engrossing (and well-attended) gallery talks by accomplished OAA artists. Inspiring art demos and educational workshops by OAA artists.
PLUS (and we’re guessing you’re going to LOVE this news): For the first time since before the global pandemic, we’re even bringing back one of the most enduring and cherished of our traditional OAA events! The biggest annual Art Auction in Ogunquit and one of the MAJOR cultural events on the summer arts calendar in Maine: The 69th OAA Art Auction (Preview: August 2,3,4,5; Auction: August 5 (doors open 6pm; auction begins at 7pm)!
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve likely noticed that our website and social media presence has grown exponentially over the past few years; and we’re going to keep the momentum going in 2023. Expect to see virtual versions of our 2023 Barn Gallery exhibitions, artist interviews, spotlights on OAA artwork, and more! We know there is absolutely no substitute for seeing art in person; but we love the opportunity that the internet gives us to spread the word about our events, share an additional depth of information about our organization and its artists, plus give those who aren’t able to attend our in-real-life events ample opportunity to see + share (plus even call us to purchase) the work of OAA artists!
OAA Membership Jury Process Changes: The OAA Membership Jury will not be open in 2023. The board has voted to move to “biennial” jurying on the even years. Artists aspiring to gain membership in the OAA should use this year to strengthen their portfolio of work for submission to the 2024 OAA Membership Jury.
Check our website (barngallery.org) after May 1 and throughout the season for updates — including our full workshop + demo schedule.
Visit our expanded social media sites on Facebook and Instagram. Look for our online newsletters. If you do not get these updates, please subscribe by clicking here: http://eepurl.com/duIJL9
We will continue working with the Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce and area cultural institutions to support the arts in the seacoast area.
FMI: barngallery.org (Update May 1). Barn Gallery 207-646-8400 after May 24, 2023.
Email: oacbarngallery@gmail.com
Barn Gallery Schedule – 2023
May 1 – Visit barngallery.org for updates on workshops, programs, receptions and more.
Saturday & Sunday, May 13 & 14 “43rd Annual Student Art Show”
Saturday & Sunday, May 13 & 14, (1-4PM)
Reception: Friday, May 12, (4-6PM)
May 24 – June 24 “Opening Exhibitions“
OAA Expressions
Showcases:
— Dustan Knight – Painting
— Antoinette Prien Schultze – Sculpture
Invited New England Sculptors
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE DIGITAL PREVIEW
Saturday, May 27 (4-7:30PM) “Gala Reception for Opening Exhibitions“
Thursday, June 8 (6PM) “Gallery Talk: Dustan Knight (Painter) and Antoinette Prien Schultze (Sculptor)“
Sunday, June 25 “Open, Regional, Juried Show entries due” (1-4PM)
CLICK HERE: For Open Regional Juried Show PDF Prospectus
June 28 – July 29 “Mid-Season Exhibitions“
Open, Regional, Juried Show
OAA Expressions
Invited New England Sculptors
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE DIGITAL PREVIEW
Saturday, July 1 (4-7:30PM) “Gala Reception for Mid-Season Exhibitions”
Wednesday, July 5 (6PM) “Sculpture Demonstration: Anthony Alemany; Anatomy of the Creative Process: Figurative Sculpture“
Wednesday, July 12 (6PM) “Drawing Demonstration: Kathi Smith; Draw the Line: Landscape & Language“
Thursday, July 13 (10AM–3PM) “Drawing Workshop: Kathi Smith; Draw the Line: Landscape & Language“; Suggested donation $60.00
Wednesday, July 19 (6PM) “Papermaking Demonstration: Gayle Fitzpatrick; Papermaking“
Thursday, July 20 (10AM–3PM) “Papermaking Workshop: Gayle Fitzpatrick; Papermaking“; Suggested donation $60.00
Thursday, July 20 (6PM) “Gallery Talk: Chase Stevens; Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Arts“
Wednesday, July 26 (6PM) “Painting Demonstration: Pamela duLong Williams; Still Life in Oil
August 2,3,4,5 “69th OAA Art Auction Preview”
August 5 “69th OAA Art Auction (doors open 6pm; auction begins 7pm)” LEARN MORE
August 9 – September 9 “Late Summer Exhibitions”
OAA Expressions
Showcases:
— Janet Ledoux – Painting
— Anne Strout – Painting
Invited New England Sculptors
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE DIGITAL PREVIEW
Wednesday, August 9 (6PM) “Watercolor Demonstration: Dusty Knight; Waves“
Thursday, August 10 (10AM-3PM) “Watercolor Workshop: Dusty Knight; Waves“; Suggested donation $60.00
Tuesday, August 15 (10AM-3PM) “Watercolor Workshop: Dusty Knight; Flowers“; Suggested donation $60.00
Thursday, August 17 (6PM) “Gallery Talk: Painters Janet Ledoux and Anne Strout”
Saturday, August 19 (4-7:30PM) “Gala Reception for Late Summer Exhibitions”
Wednesday, August 23 (11AM–3PM) “Painting Workshop: Shiao-Ping Wang; Chinese Brush Painting“; Suggested donation $60.00
Thursday, August 24 (10PM–3PM) “Mixed Media Workshop: Ethel Hills; Bands of Color in Watercolor and Collage“; Suggested donation $60.00
Tuesday, August 29 (10PM–3PM) “Mixed Media Workshop: Ethel Hills; Bands of Color in Watercolor and Collage“; Suggested donation $60.00
September 13 – October 9 “Fall Exhibitions”
OAA Expressions
Showcases:
— Russel Whitten – Painting
— Pamela duLong Williams – Painting
Invited New England Sculptors
IMPORTANT – THIS DEMO HAS BEEN CANCELLED: Wednesday, September 13 “Mixed Media Demonstration: Kate Knox; Encaustic and Collage
Thursday, September 14 (10AM–3PM) “Mixed Media Workshop: Kate Knox; Encaustic and Collage“; 6 participants only: Pre-register: Suggested donation $60.00, Materials fee $15.00
Saturday, September 23rd (4-7:30PM) “Gala Reception for Fall Exhibitions”
Thursday, September 21 (6PM) “Gallery Talk: Painters Russel Whitten and Pamela duLong Williams”
Sunday, October 1 (10AM-1PM) ART HOPE Origami Project
Monday, October 9 “Indigenous People’s Day” Barn Gallery closes at 5 pm for the season.
Exhibitions, Receptions, and Gallery Talks are free.
Demonstrations are free.
Workshops are $60.00 plus materials fees as noted.
No pre- registration needed unless noted.
FMI: barngallery.org (update by May 1) or call Barn Gallery 207-646-8400 after May 24.
