Exhibitions: General Public

Artist Alliance members, along with their guests, are welcome to engage in a group art share and critique, aimed at fostering professional growth. Not yet part of the alliance? No worries, you can join either before the event or on-site!

Ticket Prices:

Artist Alliance Member: Free

BEYOND THE BUS: JO ANN ROBINSON AND THE REAL STORY OF THE MONTGOMERY BUS BOYCOTT

The North County African American Women’s Association, Oceanside Public Library, and Oceanside Museum of Art are partnering to present a special Black History Month program on February 21. The free event will take place from 2:00–5:00pm at Oceanside Museum of Art.

Attendees will experience a free play reading of “The Black Women Did it” by Anita Yellin Simons performed by local actors with a special narrator, Ted Lange (“Isaac” from “The Love Boat”). Following the reading, there will be a community discussion led by Dr. India Pierce, Black Studies professor at MiraCosta College. A reception will follow.

Attendees must register for free tickets prior to the event.

Ticket Prices:

Free

This event is currently at capacity, but we’d love to welcome more guests if space opens up. A waitlist line will open in person 15 minutes before the event, and we’ll begin offering any available spots at 2:00pm on a first come, first served basis to those who are present when called. Please note that waitlisted guests are not guaranteed admission to the panel. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to info@oma-online.org.

There are many views to paint including the mission, the rose garden and the cemetery. While there are trees and shady spots available, it may be helpful to have your umbrella handy. Parking is ample and free and there are restrooms available.

Open to All Levels!

Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.

How to Participate:

Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/

Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!

This is a non-instructional event.

Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings.

Become an OMA Artist Alliance Member:

Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

Ticket Prices:

Artist Alliance Member: Free

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side.

Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it.

Suitcase Abstract Expressionism

Energetic, spontaneous, and thickly applied brushstrokes define Abstract Expressionism. Try it on a smaller scale in this studio experience. Create a mini Jackson Pollock or a petite Lee Krasner.

All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $65

Member: $50

Space is limited. Register today!

A 4-Class Creative Growth Series

Dates and Times:

Saturday, February 28, 2026 9:30am-11:00am

Saturday, March 7, 2026 9:30am-11:00am

Saturday, March 14, 2026 9:30am-11:00am

Saturday, March 21, 2026 9:30am-11:00am

Discover a joyful, creative approach to personal growth through this nurturing four-class art journaling series. Designed to make the inner work of self-development feel lighter, sweeter, and more accessible, this program blends meditation, creative expression, and meaningful reflection in a supportive, judgment-free environment.

Led by Lea Seigen Shinraku—a licensed therapist, group facilitator, Zen practitioner, and lifelong artist—this series draws on over 15 years of professional experience combined with science-based self-compassion practices. With deep roots in both the healing arts and visual creativity, Lea offers a warm, grounded approach that welcomes participants exactly as they are.

In this series, you will: create a criticism-free zone in your life through art journaling; discover and explore the fundamentals of self-compassion; build comfort with uncertainty in a changing world; practice self-compassion in a playful, creative, and embodied way.

Each class includes guided meditation, experiential teaching, art journaling, and group discussion—inviting a spirit of curiosity, creativity, and care into everyday life. No art experience is necessary. These simple, accessible creative practices are truly about the heart, not artistic skill. All sessions will be recorded, and registered participants will receive temporary access to class recordings for flexible viewing.

Whether you’re seeking personal renewal, creative exploration, or new tools for emotional well-being, this series offers a gentle, inspiring path forward—through both art and self-compassion.

Students are responsible for purchasing their own materials: watercolor set (you can choose the palette you prefer); watercolor paper or pad (any watercolor pad of a similar size with approximately 30 pages works well).

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $200

Member: $160

Student: $175

Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.

Inspired by world renowned artists, you will explore different media, techniques and subjects found in an artist’s studio. After a brief slide presentation for inspiration and context the session will continue with demonstrations.

Multiple Printmaking Techniques

In conjunction with OMA’s exhibition featuring 20 contemporary printmakers, this studio will explore a variety of techniques on quality papers and other surfaces. Mono printing as well as multi-layered processes will be explored with several hand-pulled prints.

This full day workshop held from 10:00am–2:00pm is meant to get you in the art making groove and develop new approaches to seeing and creating artworks. Whether you have a lifetime practice or are new to expressing yourself, we exchange ideas and techniques in a supportive and challenging environment. Students of all levels are welcome to stretch their creative muscles and build community with us.

All supplies and light refreshments for each workshop are included in the cost. A break for lunch and relaxed discussion will occur midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $100

Member: $70

Space is limited. Register today!

Paint the cute umbrellas and victorian architecture, guests enjoying their pie, the steers views, or the nearby pier views. Free parking at the lot at the corner of Seagaze and S Cleveland drives or metered street parking. Public restrooms available nearby at the pier.

Open to All Levels!

Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.

How to Participate:

Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/

Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!

This is a non-instructional event.

Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings.

Become an OMA Artist Alliance Member:

Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

Ticket Prices:

Artist Alliance Member: Free

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side.

Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it.

Food Paintings

Create your ideal culinary and visual delight in paint using heavy-bodied pigments and modeling paste. Real, luscious, and edible food will be provided as inspiration and shared at the end of the session during critique.

All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $65

Member: $50

Space is limited. Register today!

Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.

Inspired by world renowned artists, you will explore different media, techniques and subjects found in an artist’s studio. After a brief slide presentation for inspiration and context the session will continue with demonstrations.

Georgia O’Keeffe’s Landscapes and Flowers

Using O’Keeffe’s application of painting techniques in watercolor and acrylic paint, and the study of her work, this studio will create “magnified’’, open compositions and close-cropped paintings

This full day workshop held from 10:00am–2:00pm is meant to get you in the art making groove and develop new approaches to seeing and creating artworks. Whether you have a lifetime practice or are new to expressing yourself, we exchange ideas and techniques in a supportive and challenging environment. Students of all levels are welcome to stretch their creative muscles and build community with us.

All supplies and light refreshments for each workshop are included in the cost. A break for lunch and relaxed discussion will occur midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $100

Member: $70

Space is limited. Register today!

Park for free in the Civic Center Parking Lot and come paint next to the fountain in front of the library. You could venture street-side or focus on the palms, nearby church or even OMA. So many options. Restrooms in the library.

Open to All Levels!

Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.

How to Participate:

Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/

Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!

This is a non-instructional event.

Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings.

Become an OMA Artist Alliance Member:

Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

Ticket Prices:

Artist Alliance Member: Free

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side.

Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it.

Printmaking Techniques

Many techniques of this art form will be demonstrated; choose your favorite technique or try all of them. Try both mono printing and multiple layers techniques printed on quality handmade paper with a variety of vibrant inks.

All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $65

Member: $50

Space is limited. Register today!

Join us for an evening of art and drinks as we celebrate the opening of our newest exhibitions:

Matrix Multiplied: Hybrid Approaches to Printmaking

Aaron Kramer: Sense of Wonder

Brothers in Arts: James Hubbell and Bert Hubbell

David Adey: Sacrificial Bodies

Kate Tova: A Place to Rest (My Tired Mind)

Discover and connect with fellow artists, dedicated curators, and a vibrant community as you explore the art and stories of Southern California artists in five new exhibitions at OMA.

Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.

Inspired by world renowned artists, you will explore different media, techniques and subjects found in an artist’s studio. After a brief slide presentation for inspiration and context the session will continue with demonstrations.

2-D and 3-D Collages

A variety of handmade papers, fabrics, fibers, and natural textures will be arranged, applied, and built up on both flat and 3D surfaces. Bring in an object that needs transformation or choose from our collection. Leave with a dynamic multi-leveled/textured object.

This full day workshop held from 10:00am–2:00pm is meant to get you in the art making groove and develop new approaches to seeing and creating artworks. Whether you have a lifetime practice or are new to expressing yourself, we exchange ideas and techniques in a supportive and challenging environment. Students of all levels are welcome to stretch their creative muscles and build community with us.

All supplies and light refreshments for each workshop are included in the cost. A break for lunch and relaxed discussion will occur midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $100

Member: $70

Space is limited. Register today!

This is a small little beach where you can paint waves, palm trees, lifeguard towers, the cute local cafe, or the inlet. Parking is easy and restrooms are convenient.

Open to All Levels!

Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.

How to Participate:

Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/

Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!

This is a non-instructional event.

Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings.

Become an OMA Artist Alliance Member:

Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

Ticket Prices:

Artist Alliance Member: Free

OMA's Patron, President's Circle, Founder's Circle, Millennium Club, and Director's Circle members are invited to join us for a casual meal, refreshing drinks, a celebration of your support, and an insider update from Executive Director Maria Mingalone.

Not yet a Patron, President's Circle, Founder's Circle, Millennium Club, and Director's Circle level member? Join or upgrade today!

Ticket Prices:

Patron & Donor Level Member: Free

Artist Alliance members, along with their guests, are welcome to engage in a group art share and critique, aimed at fostering professional growth. Not yet part of the alliance? No worries, you can join either before the event or on-site!

Ticket Prices:

Artist Alliance Member: Free

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side.

Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it.

Cezanne’s Multi-Dimensional Paintings

As the subtle beginning of Cubism, Cezanne chose to present subject matter slightly fragmented with geometric brushstrokes. A different way to show depth and shadow will be the emphasis of this experience.

All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $65

Member: $50

Space is limited. Register today!

Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.

Inspired by world renowned artists, you will explore different media, techniques and subjects found in an artist’s studio. After a brief slide presentation for inspiration and context the session will continue with demonstrations.

The Colors of Venice

Monet was inspired to paint the reflective light off the water canals and architecture of Venice, Italy. Drawing inspiration from Monet's limited but vibrant color palette and his thick brushstrokes, this studio will create energetic and fluid paintings that evoke visual poetry.

This full day workshop held from 10:00am–2:00pm is meant to get you in the art making groove and develop new approaches to seeing and creating artworks. Whether you have a lifetime practice or are new to expressing yourself, we exchange ideas and techniques in a supportive and challenging environment. Students of all levels are welcome to stretch their creative muscles and build community with us.

All supplies and light refreshments for each workshop are included in the cost. A break for lunch and relaxed discussion will occur midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $100

Member: $70

Space is limited. Register today!

This is a small park with great views. There are lots of lovely mature trees, ocean vistas from the west side, playgrounds, and paths as well as plenty of shade. Parking is free and restrooms are available.

Open to All Levels!

Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.

How to Participate:

Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/

Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!

This is a non-instructional event.

Paint to your heart's content and enjoy the dynamic surroundings.

Become an OMA Artist Alliance Member:

Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

Ticket Prices:

Artist Alliance Member: Free

Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Gather with friends in an artistic space designed to amplify your creative side.

Join arts educator Robin Douglas, as we dip our toes into the work of celebrated artists over drinks and nibbles, followed by a rapid demonstration of their styles. You’ll then be guided to interpret these artists and create your own singular, spectacular work of art. We’ll help you express your unique style and ensure you have a blast doing it.

Matisse and His Charming Cut-Out Collages

Simply beautiful and organic shapes will be cut from brilliant Color Aid paper inspired by Matisse. Arrange and rearrange shapes before adhering to a sturdy background, ready for framing.

All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!

Ticket Prices:

Adult: $65

Member: $50

Space is limited. Register today!