New and longtime members will get to know one another, learn about volunteer opportunities, and enjoy a private docent tour of current exhibitions. This members-only event is free to attend. Not a member? No problem, join now or at the event.
Member Welcome
Two-Day Workshop: David Hockney Revealed
Join Robin Douglas to learn Hockney’s painting techniques and compositional processes and create your own “Hockneyesque” acrylic painting. All materials supplied. Pre-registration suggested as this often sells out.
Members $60, Visitors $90 
Members will need to sign in to receive their discount.
Coffee, Conversation, And Carols
Socialize with fellow artists, enjoy drinks and snacks, learn more about Artist Alliance, and explore exhibitions at OMA for free. As an added treat, piano man Robert Parker will be playing some lively holiday songs.
Life Drawing
Artists will work from a combination of 5 to 40 minute poses during this non-instructed session. Live model, table, and chairs are provided. Artists to bring their own drawing materials. Price is $12 for members, $15 for visitors, payable in cash at the door.
Plein Air Paint Out At Oceanside Harbor
Enjoy the camaraderie of painting outdoors with the OMA Artist Alliance at Oceanside Harbor for a non-instructed series open to artists at any level. Stop by OMA for Coffee and Conversation after to share your work.
Taste Of Art: O’Keeffe And Her Flowers
Join Robin Douglas to study paintings of flowers, mountains, and clouds. Enjoy appetizers and drinks with a brief presentation before creating your original work of art inspired by O’Keeffe. All materials provided.
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Members $40, Visitors $50
333’s Music At The Museum With The Peter Sprague Trio
Enjoy jazz improvisations of hits by The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, and more performed by the Peter Sprague Trio with Leonard Patton and Tripp Sprague. Gourmet holiday appetizers, desserts, and specialty wines will be served by 333 Pacific. A limited number of premium reserved tables are available in addition to single tickets.
As part of a treasured holiday tradition, join OMA for the Holiday Closet Clash: Mad For Plaid edition. Show-off your most cringe-worthy clothing items to an adoring crowd and compete for special prizes! Rub elbows with other plaid-clad holiday un-fashionistas during the concert and then get ready to compete in the costume contest. Don’t miss this special opportunity to be your truest and tackiest self.
Contestants will compete in the following categories:
o The Un-Fashionistas Award (goes to the best duo or couple)
o The Best (Worst) Holiday Malfunction Award (goes to the best holiday-themed outfit)
o The Thrifty Couture Award (goes to the most homemade/DIY creative)
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General Admission Tickets: Members $35, Visitors $45
Reserved Tables of 4: Members $190, Visitors $230
Book Club
Arts-inspired titles will spark lively and meaningful discussions. This members-only program is limited to no more than 15 and currently full. Email teri@oma-online.org for details and get added to the waitlist.
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Members will need to sign in to register. Pre-registration is required for this program as space is limited.
Members only, free admission with advance registration
Life Drawing
Artists will work from a combination of 5 to 40 minute poses during this non-instructed session. Live model, table, and chairs are provided. Artists to bring their own drawing materials. Price is $12 for members, $15 for visitors, payable in cash at the door.