Teeny Tiny Art Mart | LAST DAY OF VIRTUAL SALE

It’s the last day of OMA’s fifth Teeny Tiny Art Mart!

Don’t miss your chance to join the Teeny Tiny creation craze for a great cause, where 100% of the proceeds support OMA’s education initiatives providing thousands of students annually with transformative arts-based experiences.

Each 5″x 5″ work of art is $25, plus processing fee and sales tax.

It’s time to make a big impact, one teeny tiny artwork at a time!

Click the button below to view available pieces and to purchase your favorites online before they’re gone!

PLEASE NOTE: The sale is virtual only and purchases must be made via the link above.

SALE ENDS AT 11:59PM TONIGHT!

Teeny Tiny Art Mart | VIRTUAL SALES OPEN

OMA’s fifth Teeny Tiny Art Mart is on! Join the Teeny Tiny creation craze for a great cause.

Each 5″x 5″ work of art is $25, plus processing fee and sales tax, and 100% of the proceeds support OMA’s education initiatives that provide thousands of students annually with transformative arts-based experiences.

It’s time to make a big impact, one teeny tiny artwork at a time!

Click the button below to view available pieces and to purchase your favorites online before they’re gone!

PLEASE NOTE: The sale is virtual only and purchases must be made via the link above.

SALE ENDS MARCH 2 AT 11:59PM.

Teeny Tiny Art Mart | Exhibition Preview

Thank you to the 579 artists who donated the nearly 1,500 works of 5″ x 5″ art during the open submission period!
Next, you’ll be able to preview the Teeny Tiny art pieces on exhibition beginning February 5.
Come explore these stunning creations before sales begin on February 9!
Regular museum admission prices apply.

FEBRUARY | Artist Alliance Quarterly Critique

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!

Robert Xavier Burden: The Alien Painting Unveiled | Celebration

Join us to raise a toast and meet the artist on February 14 for a truly out-of-this-world experience at the celebration of a stunning, newly-completed painting by renowned artist Robert Xavier Burden. This giant masterpiece, featuring hundreds of aliens from pop culture through the decades, will transport you to a cosmic realm like never before. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a unique date-night alternative, as the artist himself will be on hand for an exclusive meet-and-greet. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening of art, culture, and intergalactic intrigue!

This program is free with Museum Admission.

The museum is open until 8:00pm, guests are welcome to stay until the museum closes.

Remarks will be at 6:45pm.

Artist Alliance Juried Critique | April 2025

This in-depth, professional, and constructive critique will examine 10 artworks by mid-career, full time artists. One artwork per artist will be selected for the critique by jurors James Daichendt, L Croskey, and Irene Feiks, who will also run the in-person session.

Featured artists: Deena Altman, Denise Brook, Scott Bruckner, Margaret Chiaro, Sasha Furlan, Evyn Hewett, Michelle Moore, Jens Ochlich, Julia San Roman, and Katie Stubblefield.

Art lovers and artists curious about the process of a professional critique are encouraged to attend the session for free as observers. The critique will be followed by a moderated audience Q&A session. We strongly encourage any/all artists who would normally attend the quarterly to join this one as well! Audience members will learn just as much from the feedback given by the professional jurors as those who were selected for the critique.

About Artist Alliance

OMA’s Artist Alliance serves as an affiliated membership group accessible to OMA members at any tier for an extra annual fee of $20 per person. This alliance fosters interaction, visibility, and professional growth for artists within the region. OMA holds a number of events that either feature Artist Alliance members’ artwork (both on-and-off-site exhibitions), are exclusive to Artist Alliance members (i.e. Artist Alliance Biennial), or offer free or discounted admission. Learn more about Artist Alliance here.

EXHIBITION CELEBRATION

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

Marshall Toomey: Black Americana

The Stories that Connect Us: Selections from the Permanent Collection

Matt Devine: Walk With Me

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

Members FREE | General Admission $15

 

New Member Welcome Event

Are you a fresh addition to our community? Come join us for our New Member Welcome! It’s a fantastic chance to enjoy complimentary refreshments, meet both new and long-standing members, discover volunteer prospects, and indulge in a private docent tour of our ongoing exhibitions. If you can’t make it this time, watch out for future New Member Welcome events on our calendar. Whether you’ve been a member for a week or a year, we’re thrilled to have you join us and embrace a stronger sense of belonging.

If you have any questions, please email Katelyn Johnson, Membership Manager.

Plein Air Paint Out with OMA Artist Alliance: Buddy Todd Park

Hosted by: Lorraine Cote

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.

FREE and 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:
  1. Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/
  2. 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 Artist Alliance Member:

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

Plein Air Paint Out with OMA Artist Alliance: Oceanside Pier

Hosted by: Lorraine Cote

Come paint the pier at the end of Pier View Way or the surrounding

Oceanside beach shops and beaches. We will meet at the start of the pier at 2 and fan out from there. Free parking at the lot at the corner of Seagaze and S Cleveland drives or metered parking immediately adjacent to the pier. Public restrooms available.

FREE and 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 Artist Alliance Member:

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

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