Festival of the Arts
Visual Arts
The 2026 Festival of the Arts visual artist jury selections have been made. Stay tuned for more on the 60th anniversary of Festival of the Arts.
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2024 Festival of the Arts Artist Awards
Four selected Festival artists are recognized for their sensational work. Judges for this esteemed honor are comprised of community members and local artists. The 2024 winners are:
Kristin Schillaci – The Mayor’s Award – Best in Show
Recognizes extraordinary craftmanship, creativity, and overall artistic impact, inspiring human connection. Oklahoma City proudly supports the leaders of our community and the arts.
Joachim Knill – Merit Award
The Festival Merit 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.
Jocelyn Woodson – Outstanding 2-Dimensional Art
Displays exceptional techniques and subject matters in paint, ink, charcoal, graphite, mixed-media, photography, etc.
Robert Nehring – Outstanding 3-Dimensional Art
Displays exceptional techniques and subject matters in ceramics, woodwork, metalwork, glasswork, jewelry, etc.
Festival News
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