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.
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Art Moves artists perform and demonstrate their artistry from popular locations across OKC or live streaming from their studio or homes! Â Check out the lineup below and help us support our local artists by joining us for a great show!Â
Art Moves Lineup
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!
Thanks to @koco5news for having Festival Director Seth Lewis in studio this morning to talk all things Festival of the Arts! It’s hard to believe Oklahoma’s biggest celebration of the arts is just over 4 months away 😲. Stay tuned in the coming weeks, we can’t wait to start announcing the visual artists, food vendors, and performers who will be joining us this April!
Join us for a full week of Art Moves as we spread joy across OKC through the arts!
Tuesday:
@ravensthree, a Celtic trio, at @devonenergy from noon – 1 p.m.
Wednesday:
@edgarcruzguitar at @okcmoa from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Maurice Johnson at Leadership Square from noon – 1 p.m.
Friday:
@sarafinabyrd at the @midtownokc @okcpopups from noon – 1 p.m.
The Brian Belanus Jazz Duo at the @myriadgardens Crystal Bridge from 5 – 8 p.m.
We can`t wait to see you for a great week full of opportunities to enjoy our community’s talented local artists!
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🌟 Join the Action Behind the Art! 🎨 🌟
Festival of the Arts—Arts Council Oklahoma City`s flagship fundraising event—is just around the corner! From April 24 - 27, 2025, Downtown OKC will come alive with stunning art, tantalizing flavors, and unforgettable experiences.
But here’s the secret: none of it happens without YOU. 💪
We’re recruiting volunteer teams to make the magic happen before, during, and after Festival. Whether you`re part of a large group or small crew, there’s a role for everyone:
✅ Production Prep: Help us build the festival from the ground up!
✅ Onsite Teams: Join us in Food & Beverage booths or assist with fun activities for kids and older adults.
✅ Support & Smiles: Be the friendly face that keeps Festival running smoothly.
This is the perfect opportunity for corporate teams, school groups, community organizations, and families to come together, have fun, and make an impact.
🎉 Ready to be a part of Oklahoma City’s most iconic event? Sign up now and let’s create something spectacular together!
📩 Email AMatney@ArtsCouncilOKC.com to learn more and volunteer
#FestivalOfTheArts #VolunteerOKC #SupportTheArts #Teamwork
Going out for some holiday shopping this weekend? Mix in an Art Moves performance or two to keep you in the holiday spirit! We’ve got performers showcasing their skills and spreading joy at events on Friday and Saturday.
On Friday, Join The Mistletones for an afternoon of caroling at the @midtownokc @okcpopups from noon – 1 p.m. Then, @petermarkesmusic will loop his violin and play familiar favorites at the @myriadgardens Crystal Bridge from 6 – 8 p.m.
On Saturday, Art Moves heads to @autoalleyokc for Lights on Broadway! You won’t want to miss outstanding holiday music from Boulevard Brass, face painting with Janis Brown, and fun balloon art with @keith_coast.
We’ll see you this weekend!
You`re running out of time to apply for Creators Collective, a brand-new attraction coming to the 2025 Festival of the Arts!
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 at the 2025 Festival of the Arts!
Make sure your Wednesday lunch plans include a killer performance from @kennedyfinemusic! Kennedy is a songwriter and pop/indie artist from OKC who plays everything from classics to current hits and originals. You won’t want to miss her show tomorrow from noon to 1 p.m. at Leadership Square!
The Fresh Paint Mural Project will take place over the next few months, with five local artists working alongside mentors @artof.jasmine and @leondrelattimore to bring their creations to life! We’re lucky to have such talented local artists offering their expertise to the next generation of muralists looking to find their voice and take their skills to the next level.
The artists selected for Fresh Paint will be notified in the coming weeks, and painting officially begins in February!
Our dance class at Van Buren Elementary is in full swing!
Teaching artist Alfonso Finest Pulé of @thegroovemeantcommunity has been working with the kids on their dance skills, walking them through the moves, and teaching the life-long benefits that dance can have on them.
This is a great outlet for the kids to express their creativity, burn some energy, and have fun while learning new skills!
Our Teen Arts Council continued their exploration of OKC’s vibrant art scene with a trip to Profitopia at @factoryobscura!
Profitopia is a temporary art installation that transforms OKC band @stepmomband`s music into a multi-sensory journey, allowing participants to dive into a world where unbounded creativity is unleashed in the form of music, visual art, and narrative.
The TAC had a blast exploring the four interactive rooms, taking in the sights and sounds of this immersive experience! Profitopia is open until December 30. Go check it out and make sure to bring a pair of headphones with you!
We have an incredible month of performances lined up for Art Moves, starting this weekend with five events to help you get into the holiday spirit!
Friday –
@kennedyfinemusic at the Midtown Holiday Pop-Ups from noon – 1 p.m.
@sarafinabyrd at the Myriad Gardens Crystal Bridge from 6 – 8 p.m.
@oklahannah at the OK Humane Yule Log Party from 6 – 10 p.m.
Saturday –
@joe_coover_magic, face painting, and balloon art at the Saints Santa Run from 9 a.m. – noon.
@thegroovemeantcommunity, face painting, and balloon art at Lights on Broadway from 4 - 7 p.m.
There’s no shortage of holly jolly fun this weekend, get out of the house and catch a great Art Moves holiday performance that is perfect for the whole family!
On this Giving Tuesday, please consider supporting Arts Council OKC as we work to bring the arts to all areas of the metro through programs such as Arts in Schools, Creative Aging, Festival of the Arts, Art Moves, and so much more! Happy Holidays to you and yours.
Today is the perfect day to apply for Creators Collective, a brand-new attraction coming to the 2025 Festival of the Arts!
This vibrant, curated marketplace offers a space for skilled makers and innovative creators to showcase and sell their handmade goods and locally produced foods.
Applications are open now and we’re looking for local 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 at the 2025 Festival of the Arts.
The holiday season is here, and Art Moves is helping you get in the spirit at Lights on Broadway!
Join us tomorrow night for face painting, balloon art, live holiday music, and so much more! We’ll see you tomorrow from 4 – 7 p.m.
Happy Thanksgiving from the entire Arts Council OKC staff! We’re thankful for everyone who supports the arts and helps us continue to achieve our mission of bringing the arts and the community together!
This month, we introduced a new partnership with @sisuyouthokc, a low-barrier, identity-affirming space in Oklahoma City where unhoused transition-age (15-24) youth find shelter and support.
Our first workshop was led by local artist Jasmine Jones and members made tactile collages out of felt. They could recreate a favorite season, memory, pet, etc.
Our second workshop was led by public school art teacher Mercedes Smith, where participants made mini autobiographical comics, using the power of storytelling to share their lived experiences. These workshops allow Sisu participants to take a moment to pause and engage their creativity in a safe setting while making new connections in their community!
Holiday weeks always seem to drag, so let Art Moves carry you through the week with a performance from @touchofsax. Join saxophonist Michael Kleid at BOK Plaza for some lunchtime tunes that will lift your spirits and get you in the right mindset to finish the short week strong. We’ll see you tomorrow at noon!
Did you know our Creative Aging initiative brings art education to 14 senior living facilities across OKC? This program gives participants time away from the ordinary to engage in stimulating and enriching activities. It can be therapeutic and is often described as the highlight of the week by many of our participants!
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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
