Festival of the Arts
Visual Arts
ARTIST APPLICATIONS
Now Open!
[Deadline Sept. 27, 2027]
2026 VISUAL ARTIST AWARDS
Four selected Festival artists are recognized for their sensational work. Judges for this esteemed honor are comprised of community members, leaders, and local artists. The 2026 winners are:
The Mayor’s Award – Rick Sinnett
Recognizes extraordinary craftmanship, creativity, and overall artistic impact, inspiring human connection. Oklahoma City proudly supports the leaders of our community and the arts.
Best in Show – Darci Lenker
This Award celebrates outstanding achievements in creativity, innovation, and artistic expression. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional talent and dedication in their respective artistic disciplines. Â
Outstanding 2-Dimensional Art– Jason Wilson
Displays exceptional techniques and subject matters in paint, ink, charcoal, graphite, mixed-media, photography, etc.
Outstanding 3-Dimensional Art – Â Yuliya & Ari WolfÂ
Displays exceptional techniques and subject matters in ceramics, woodwork, metalwork, glasswork, jewelry, etc.
Festival News
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Festival of the Arts named #23 Fine Arts Festival in United States
Festival of the Arts, one of Oklahoma’s longest-running annual events is receiving national recognition while being named a Top 25 Fine Arts Festival in the
BIPOC Artists wanted for Fresh Paint Mural Competition
Applications for the 2024 Fresh Paint Mural Project are closed Arts Council Oklahoma City is searching for talented artists from the Black, Indigenous, and People