Art Moves
Art Moves is an Arts Council OKC initiative that provides free arts events in various Oklahoma City locations. The line-up features a wide range of artistic mediums, including musical and theater performances, live art demonstrations, short film selections, and more.
Art Moves artists perform and demonstrate their artistry from popular locations across OKC or live streaming from their studio or homes! Check out the lineup below and help us support our local artists by joining us for a great show!
Art Moves Lineup
Art Moves Devon Tower: Rod Porter
Art Moves BOK Plaza: Peter Markes
Art Moves “Self Publish Me” Author Spotlight: Noah Roberts Jazz Duo
Art Moves The Lakes Senior Center: Rachel + Griff
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Today, we join others from around the world in celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We take Dr. King’s message to heart as we continue to look for ways to give back and make our community a better place for all.
Get your tickets today for the 58th annual Angels & Friends Celebration! Join us on Wednesday, April 23 for our biggest fundraiser of the year, featuring an open bar, delicious food, live music, raffle prizes, and the chance to shop Festival of the Arts before it opens to the public! More details will be released in the coming weeks. Mark your calendar and click the link in our bio to get your tickets to OKC’s best arts fundraiser today!
We’re just two weeks away from our next Artisans event! Join us for an evening of creativity at a poetry workshop in partnership with @reddirtpoetry. Enjoy complimentary food as we explore the art of self-expression through words in the workshop led by @teacherman82, a longtime English and creative writing teacher. Whether you`re a seasoned poet or trying it out for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals, spark your creativity, and craft something uniquely your own.
Mark your calendar and make plans to join us on January 31 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Click the link in our bio to RSVP today!
We had a fabulous night at the All Access Arts Winter Showcase! Thank you to everyone who joined us to experience magnificent art from students of all ages and performances from some of OKC’s best and brightest. This showcase shined a light on the impactful work our teaching artists do in the community and we couldn’t be more proud of the effort shown by students from Creative Aging, Arts in Schools, Art Shaping Character, and the Teen Arts Council.
Today’s the day!
Join us this afternoon as we experience beautiful art at the All Access Arts Winter Showcase! This event will showcase creative masterpieces from students in our art outreach programs like Arts in Schools and Creative Aging, alongside performances from our Teen Arts Council and Art Moves artists. Plus, our talented teaching artists will be on hand to discuss the important work they do in our community. Join us today from 3 – 7 p.m. at the @okcfarmersmarket!
Enjoy the beautiful guitar stylings of @edgarcruzguitar in the latest episode of the Art Moves: Spotlight Series!
Edgar is a staple in the OKC music scene and has performed with Art Moves and at Festival of the Arts for years. The Spotlight Series showcases some of Edgar’s magnificent original compositions as he shares stories from nearly five decades of performances and offers insights into what has inspired him throughout his storied career.
Click the link in our bio to kick back, relax, and enjoy a performance from one of OKC’s best!
🎥 - @spielventure
Looking for some fun Wednesday plans? Head to the @okcmoa for Art Moves with @aaronsquirrel. Aaron blends his vast array of influences into his unique sound and style of Blues, Jazz, fusion, and rock. This is a great opportunity to enjoy some live music before exploring the wonderful exhibitions the museum has on display.
We’ll see you tomorrow at noon!
The All Access Arts Winter Showcase is almost here! Don’t miss your chance to experience energetic performances and beautiful works of art from representatives of All Access Arts and Art Moves. Complimentary food and drinks will be available as you explore the @okcfarmersmarket and enjoy creative masterpieces from artists of all ages. We’ll see you tomorrow!
The artists for this year’s Youth Art Sale sponsored by Spencer Fane LLP have been selected and you’re going to be amazed by these talented young artists!
This one-day sale on the Saturday of Festival of the Arts allows the next generation of artists to showcase their skills and gain valuable experience while selling their original creations. This year’s Youth Art Sale features 36 artists ages 9 – 18 from several communities, including OKC, Edmond, Norman, Shawnee, Yukon, Midwest City, Moore, Wilburton, Harrah, Newalla, and Wylie, Texas.
Click the link in our bio to check out the work of some of our state’s future artistic stars and get ready for Festival of the Arts, April 24 - 27!
Have you RSVP`d for our next Artisans event? Join us for an evening of creativity at a poetry workshop in partnership with @reddirtpoetry. Enjoy complimentary food as we explore the art of self-expression through words in the workshop led by Jason Stephenson, a longtime English and creative writing teacher. Whether you`re a seasoned poet or trying it out for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals, spark your creativity, and craft something uniquely your own.
Mark your calendar and make plans to join us on January 31 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Click the link in our bio to RSVP today!
We’re now less than one week away from the 2025 All Access Arts Winter Showcase! Join us next Wednesday, January 15 at the @okcfarmersmarket for an evening of incredible artistic expression from talented artists of all ages.
This year’s showcase will feature creations from students in our Arts in Schools and Creative Aging initiatives, entertainment from our Teen Arts Council and Art Moves performers, dance demonstrations, and more! Come enjoy complimentary bites to eat, see lots of amazing art, and have one-on-one conversations with the teaching artists who make it possible for us to achieve our mission of bringing the arts and the community together!
We’ll see you on January 15!
Last call for Creators Collective!
This is your last chance to apply for a brand-new attraction at the 2025 Festival of the Arts, which will highlight handmade goods from our community. Join us April 24 - 27, 2025 at this vibrant, curated marketplace that allows skilled makers and innovative creators to showcase and sell their handmade goods and locally produced foods. We`re looking for artisans who specialize in making things like honey, jam, body and skin care products, candles, home goods, pet products, flowers, plants, and more!
Click the link in our bio to learn more and submit your application today for this exciting new area Festival of the Arts!
Start 2025 right and sign up to volunteer in our community! The 59th annual Festival of the Arts is right around the corner and we’re looking for dedicated volunteers to help us bring Oklahoma’s biggest celebration of the arts to life. Festival of the Arts wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible volunteers! This year’s event is April 24 – 27 and there are spots available for volunteers with many different skillsets.
Interested in joining us? Click the link in our bio and let us know what areas you’d like to help in!
In less than two weeks, we’ll be showcasing the incredible talent our community has to offer at the 2025 All Access Arts Winter Showcase!
Join us on January 15 at the @okcfarmersmarket for an evening of exquisite artistic expression from talented artists of all ages. This year’s showcase will feature creations from students in our Arts in Schools and Creative Aging initiatives, entertainment from our Teen Arts Council and Art Moves performers, dance demonstrations, and more!
Come enjoy complimentary bites to eat, see lots of amazing art, and have one-on-one conversations with the teaching artists who make it possible for us to achieve our mission of bringing the arts and the community together.
We’ll see you on January 15!
We’re just one month away from our next Artisans event! Join us as we kick off the new year with an evening of creativity at a poetry workshop in partnership with @reddirtpoetry. Enjoy complimentary food as we explore the art of self-expression through words in the workshop led by @teacherman82, a longtime English and creative writing teacher. Whether you`re a seasoned poet or trying it out for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals, spark your creativity, and craft something uniquely your own. Mark your calendar and make plans to join us on January 31 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Click the link in our bio to RSVP today!
Students in our Creative Aging classes had some holly jolly fun as they got into the holiday spirit by working with clay! The seniors used crafting tools to form their flowers and poinsettias, mixed their own pigment colors, and painted their masterpieces before popping them in the oven to dry. Some of the students turned their art into an ornament to hang on their tree or gift to loved ones, while some elected to turn their work into stunning jewelry they can proudly wear. We love seeing the big smiles that a hands-on art project can create!
Happy Holidays from the entire Arts Council OKC staff. No matter what you celebrate, we wish you nothing but peace, happiness, and plenty of time with your loved ones this holiday season. Our office is closed through the new year.
This holiday season, we’re thankful for everyone in our community who has supported our mission of bringing the arts and the community together. We couldn’t bring performances to all corners of our community with Art Moves, inspire the next generation of young artists through Arts in Schools, or bring joy to senior living facilities through Creative Aging without YOU.
If you’re looking to donate this holiday season, we hope you’ll consider supporting the arts in Oklahoma City. Every donation truly makes a difference in our community. Click the link in our bio to donate today!
There’s no better way to get in the holiday spirit than with an art project! Today, our staff headed to @artlab_okc for a hands-on, nature-filled art workshop! We selected various types of moss, bark, mushrooms, and more to create our own masterpiece. Thanks to Lexi for helping us every step of the way today!
Mark your calendar, we’re now less than one month away from the 2025 All Access Arts Winter Showcase!
Join us on January 15 at the @okcfarmersmarket for an evening of incredible artistic expression from talented artists of all ages. This year’s showcase will feature creations from students in our Arts in Schools and Creative Aging initiatives, entertainment from our Teen Arts Council and Art Moves performers, dance demonstrations, and more! Come enjoy complimentary bites to eat, see lots of amazing art, and have one-on-one conversations with the teaching artists who make it possible for us to achieve our mission of bringing the arts and the community together!
We’ll see you on January 15!
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Art Moves News
Art Moves to expand beyond daily lunchtime performances
Arts Council Oklahoma City is thrilled to announce the expansion of Art Moves, which currently brings daily art performances to popular lunchtime destinations across Oklahoma
Art Moves March Performance Lineup
March will be a month to remember for Art Moves with a wide variety of live-streamed and in-person performances. Check out the full lineup below
Art Moves Celebrates Black History Month
Art Moves is celebrating Black History Month by showcasing some of the amazing talents in the metro’s African American community. With artists of all backgrounds
