Festival of the Arts

Visual Arts

At Festival, you can check out artwork from 144 different artists hailing from around the world! From mixed media to jewelry to photography, you’ll find beauty in every direction.

Applications for the 2025 Festival of the Arts open July 26, 2024. 

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.

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