Upcoming Events
2016
2016
Oxford Community Art Center
Second Friday, March 11, Fri. 6-9 p.m.
Art Shop will be open Fri. from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Second Friday is a free celebration of the arts from 6 to 9 p.m. on the second Friday of each month. The Art Shop will be open to give guests the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind artwork directly from the artists during this event. Guest musicians Alex & Noah will be performing at 7:30 p.m. Paintings by Mark DeGennaro will be the feature art for the evening. Also from 6 - 9 p.m. the 3rd Floor Artists will have Open Studios, including Art Shop members Pamela Howard and Scott Kissell.
Past Events
2016
Oxford Community Art Center
2015
Each person attending the Empty Bowls event at OCAC on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. will receive a coupon good for a 10% discount on their total purchases at the Art Shop for the following week (Nov. 14-20). The OCAC will then donate 10% of the total sales at the shop to the Oxford Community Food Pantry.
In the Community
Oxford Community Arts Center, 10 S. College Ave, Oxford OH 45056
FREE admission
Artists, craftspeople, and vendors will set up shop in OCAC's magnificent Ballroom
Art Shop participants: Regina Simas, Jeanne Sipahigil and Sondra Karipides
Art Shop will be open in conjunction with Oxford Community Arts Center's Howl At The Moon: A Spooky Family Arts Night, Oxford's premier family-friendly autumn event.
Howl at the Moon, open from 5 to 8 pm, features live music with Jericho Old Time Band, a live animal experience with Hueston Woods Naturalist Shawn Conner, improv comedy with SketchedOut!, Haunted Tales with guest storytellers, a carved pumpkin contest, pumpkin painting, face painting, arts activities, games, artists' market, and so much more. Howl at the Moon admission is FREE, with some activities requiring tickets ($1 each or 6 tickets for $5). Tickets are available at the door.
Oxford Community Arts Center, 10 S. College Ave, Oxford OH 45056
FREE admission
Artists, craftspeople, and vendors will set up shop in OCAC's magnificent Ballroom
Art Shop participants: Wendy Richardson & Regina Simas
You've admired the impeccably restored grand porch at Oxford Community Arts Center (OCAC), why not come enjoy it with Art Shop? Art Shop, located inside OCAC, will be open as usual, plus we'll be set up on the porch for alfresco Art Shopping.
In the Community
2014
Art Shop Introduces New Hours
2016
Oxford Community Art Center
Second Friday, February 12, Fri. 6-9 p.m.
Art Shop will be open Fri. from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Second Friday is a free celebration of the arts from 6 to 9 p.m. on the second Friday of each month. The Art Shop will be open to give guests the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind artwork directly from the artists during this event. In this newsletter we have included a 10% off coupon for the Art Shop as part of a promotion to give our art to your sweetheart for Valentine's Day which is February 14. OCAC will be kicking off the 2016 Second Friday season with an exhibition by Sean Oswald. Mr. Oswald holds a BA in Art Education from Miami University and an MFA from the University of Cincinnati. Sean’s recent work explores the interconnections between the ideological frameworks of contemporary arts and Christian communities through narrative paintings and drawings that blur the line between sincerity and satire. The music for second Friday will be provided by the Jericho Old time Band which begins at 7:30 p.m. Also from 6 - 9 p.m. the 3rd Floor Artists will have Open Studios, including Art Shop members Pamela Howard and Scott Kissell.
Art Shop members in the community and news
Art Shop member Regina Simas will be at Oxford Farmers Market, Saturday Feb. 20, from 10-12 p.m.
Art Shop member Regina Simas will be at Oxford Farmers Market, Saturday Feb. 20, from 10-12 p.m.
Oxford Community Art Center
Chocolate Meltdown, January 16, Sat. 1-5 p.m.
Art Shop will be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.
Here are the details of the event: Banish post-holiday blues. Think CHOCOLATE!!! Come to the Oxford Community Arts Center Saturday, January 16, 2015 between 1 and 5 p.m. The Arts Center and Miami University Art Museum are co-sponsoring a multi-faceted family event to celebrate all things chocolate as well as the vibrancy which the arts bring to the greater Oxford community. There will be something for everyone to enjoy-treats for the palette and the eyes-as attendees celebrate the arts. Cost of event $7 in advance, $10 at the door.
Art Shop members in the community and news
Art Shop member Regina Simas will be at Oxford Farmers Market, Saturday Jan. 16, from 10-12 p.m.
Art Shop member Regina Simas will be at Oxford Farmers Market, Saturday Jan. 16, from 10-12 p.m.
2015
Oxford Community Art Center
Second Friday, Dec. 11, Art Shop open 6-9 p.m.
This special Mix & Mingle Second Friday precedes the Oxford Musicians Holiday Concert. Come enjoy open studios, the Art Shop, and a reception before the music begins at 7 pm. Second Friday is a celebration of the arts taking place from 6pm to 9pm on the second Friday of each month. This free event includes music, new exhibits, and an opening reception. The Open Studios and Art Shop give guests the opportunity to view creative art space, as well as purchase one-of-a-kind artwork directly from the artists; Local musicians share their talent and expertise beginning at 8 pm. The 3rd Floor Artists will have Open Studios, including Art Shop members Pamela Howard and Scott Kissell.
Art Shop members in the community and news
Art Shop member Regina Simas will be participating in the Miami Holiday Art and Craft Sale at the Armstrong Student Center Shade Room stage Thursday Dec. 3, 10 am to 6 pm and the Holiday Craft Market at Oxford Community Arts Center Dec. 5, 11-7 p.m.
Art Shop members in the community and news
Art Shop member Regina Simas will be participating in the Miami Holiday Art and Craft Sale at the Armstrong Student Center Shade Room stage Thursday Dec. 3, 10 am to 6 pm and the Holiday Craft Market at Oxford Community Arts Center Dec. 5, 11-7 p.m.
Empty Bowls Event
In the Community
Friday, November 20, 4-9 pm
WILLYS-KNIGHT HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
FREE admission
Artists, craftspeople, and vendors will set up shop in OCAC's magnificent Ballroom
Art Shop participants: Regina Simas, Jeanne Sipahigil and Sondra Karipides
Extended Art Shop Hours
Howl at the Moon, open from 5 to 8 pm, features live music with Jericho Old Time Band, a live animal experience with Hueston Woods Naturalist Shawn Conner, improv comedy with SketchedOut!, Haunted Tales with guest storytellers, a carved pumpkin contest, pumpkin painting, face painting, arts activities, games, artists' market, and so much more. Howl at the Moon admission is FREE, with some activities requiring tickets ($1 each or 6 tickets for $5). Tickets are available at the door.
In the Community
Wednesday, October 28, 5-8pm
Howl at the Moon: Autumn Market
Wednesday, October 28, 5-8pm
Howl at the Moon: Autumn Market
FREE admission
Artists, craftspeople, and vendors will set up shop in OCAC's magnificent Ballroom
Art Shop participants: Wendy Richardson & Regina Simas
Saturday, October 24, 10am-2pm
Art on the Porch
Saturday, March 14, 6:30-10:30pm
2015 Birds of a Feather Arts Gala
Oxford Community Arts Center, 10 S. College Ave, Oxford OH 45056
Tickets: $75 advance, $85 at the door
Tickets: $75 advance, $85 at the door
Art Shop is pleased to sponsor the Oxford Community Arts Center's 2015 fundraising gala and auction. In addition, an Art Shop gift package featuring one donated work by each Art Shop artist will be up for bid in the silent auction.
Support our Community Arts Center while enjoying a fun, festive, social evening of dinner, drink, music, art, and live & silent auctions. Tickets may be purchased at the Art Center office, by phone 513.524.8506, and online www.OCACGala15.bpt.me
In the Community
Saturday, March 28, 5-7pm
on display through May 15
47th Greater Hamilton Art Exhibition (GHAE 15)
Fitton Center for Creative Arts
101 S. Monument Ave
Hamilton OH45011
513.863.8873
http://www.fittoncenter.org
Art Shop participant: Regina Simas
In the Community
Thursday, April 2, 7-8pm
Caroline Scott Harrison Lecture
Butler County Historical Society
327 N. Second St
Hamilton OH 45011
513.896.9930
http://bchistoricalsociety.com
Art Shop participant: Marjorie Bowers
You've
admired the impeccably restored grand porch at Oxford Community Arts
Center (OCAC), why not come enjoy it with Art Shop? Art Shop, located
inside OCAC, will be open as usual, plus we'll be set up on the porch
for alfresco Art Shopping.
Pioneer Farm
Hueston Woods State Park
6924 Brown Rd
Oxford, OH 45056
Art Shop participants: Amy Allen, Marjorie Bowers, Sondra Karipides, Regina Simas, Jeanne Sipahigil
In the Community
Saturday, September 26, 10am-5pm
In the Community
Saturday, March 28, 5-7pm
on display through May 15
47th Greater Hamilton Art Exhibition (GHAE 15)
Fitton Center for Creative Arts
101 S. Monument Ave
Hamilton OH45011
513.863.8873
http://www.fittoncenter.org
Art Shop participant: Regina Simas
In the Community
Thursday, April 2, 7-8pm
Caroline Scott Harrison Lecture
Butler County Historical Society
327 N. Second St
Hamilton OH 45011
513.896.9930
http://bchistoricalsociety.com
Art Shop participant: Marjorie Bowers
Saturday, June 6, 10am-2pm
Art on the Porch
Art on the Porch
In the Community
Saturday, June 13, 10am-5pm
& Sunday, June 14, 10am-5pm
Arts & Crafts Fair
Saturday, June 13, 10am-5pm
& Sunday, June 14, 10am-5pm
Arts & Crafts Fair
Hueston Woods State Park
6924 Brown Rd
Oxford, OH 45056
Art Shop participants: Amy Allen, Marjorie Bowers, Sondra Karipides, Regina Simas, Jeanne Sipahigil
In the Community
Saturday, September 26, 10am-5pm
& Sunday, September 27, Noon-5pm
13th Annual Pyramid Hill Art Fair
13th Annual Pyramid Hill Art Fair
Art Shop participant: Regina Simas
Thursday, May 1
In our ongoing efforts to find the magic shop hours that fit the patterns of our community, we introduce new shop hours this month. Tuesday through Thursday we have changed hours from 3-6pm to 11am-2pm, and added an evening shift on Thursdays from 5-8pm. Please tell us what you think. Your feedback will help us allocate our limited staffing resources to best meet your needs.
New Hours
Tue-Thu 11-2
Fri 10-6
Sat 10-2
2nd Fri 6-9
In the Community
Friday, May 2, 5:30-7:30pmOpening Reception: Healing Arts Exhibit
McCullough-Hyde Hospital
110 N Poplar St, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participant: Sondra Karipides
In the Community
Friday, May 9, 10am-6pm
Miami University Spring Art Sale
Miami University, Armstrong Center, Shade Family Room
550 E Spring St, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participants: Sondra Karipides, Regina Simas
In the Community
Saturday, June 14 & Sunday, June 15, 10am-5pm
Arts & Crafts Fair
Arts & Crafts Fair
Pioneer Farm, Hueston Woods State Park
6924 Brown Rd, Oxford OH 45056
6924 Brown Rd, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participants: Amy Allen, Marjorie Bowers, Sondra Karipides, Bob Pricer, Wendy Richardson, Regina Simas, Jeanne Sipahigil
In the Community
Saturday, June 21, 8am-noon
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown
N Main St between E Park Pl and Church St, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participants: AlleaJiapsiPhotography, Sondra Karipides, Jeanne Sipahigil
In the Community
Saturday, July 19, 8am-noon
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown
N Main St between E Park Pl and Church St, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participants: AlleaJiapsiPhotography, Amy Allen, Odd Bird Studio, Jeanne Sipahigil
In the Community
Tuesday, August 5, 3pm
Talk & Book Signing
Miami University Art Museum
801 S Patterson Ave, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop member Marjorie Bowers will be the featured speaker at the McGuffey Museum's monthly volunteer meeting. Marjorie will present a talk about her book Remembering Caroline Scott Harrison, Oxford, Ohio's First Lady. The talk is open to the public and will be followed by book signings. All proceeds from the sale of Remembering Caroline Scott Harrison support Oxford Community Art Center's renovation fund.
Marjorie is also speaking and singing her book at the 12th Annual Cocktail Party Fundraiser at the Church of the Presidents in Long Branch, New Jersey on August 21. Click here for more information.
Second Friday, August 8, 6pm
Opening Reception: Shakespeare on the Walls
Opening Reception: Shakespeare on the Walls
Work by Art Shop member & OCAC Artist in Residence Pamela Howard will be featured in the exhibition Shakespeare on the Walls. Her piece, Hanging Shakespeare, consists of 900 hand-rolled paper beads made from pages of an anthology of Shakespeare's works. The beads are arranged as hanging screens and each bead contains legible excerpts from Shakespeare's plays. Shakespeare on the Walls will be on display August 8 - October 6.
Second Friday, August 8, 6:30-8
ArtQuest with Art Shop Adventure Guides
ArtQuest is a fantastic art adventure designed for children age 7 and older during Oxford Community Arts Center's SECOND FRIDAY. Join us to make various fun projects that start with materials from the recycle bin: milk jug jewelry, paper quilling ornament, ladybug placemat, cardboard tube owls.
In the Community
Saturday, August 30, 8am-noon
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown*
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown*
N Main St between E Park Pl and Church St, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participants: Amy Allen, Jeanne Sipahigil
* space & weather permitting
In the Community
Saturday, September 13, 8am-noon
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown*
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown*
N Main St between E Park Pl and Church St, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participants: Sondra Karipides, Jeanne Sipahigil
In the Community
Saturday, September 27, 10am-6pm
Saturday, September 27, 10am-6pm
& Sunday, September 28, 10am-5pm
12th Annual Pyramid Hill Art Fair
12th Annual Pyramid Hill Art Fair
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park, 1763 Hamilton-Cleves Rd, State Rte 128, Hamilton OH 45013
Art Shop participant: Regina Simas
In the Community
Saturday, October 4, 10am-5pm
& Sunday, October 5, 10am-5pm
Apple Butter Festival
Apple Butter Festival
Pioneer Farm @ Hueston Woods, 6924 Brown Rd, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participant: Marjorie Bowers
In the Community
Saturday, October 18, Fall hours, 9am-noon
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown*
Oxford Farmer's Market Uptown*
N Main St between E Park Pl and Church St, Oxford OH 45056
Art Shop participants: Odd Bird Studio, Jeanne Sipahigil
* space & weather permitting
Saturday, November 8, 10am-4pm
Customer Appreciation Holiday Open House
Receive a FREE handcrafted ornament with a purchase of $20 or more
It's our way of saying thank you for supporting local artists, Art Shop & OCAC
limit 1 ornament per qualifying purchase | offer valid 11/8/14 only
In the Community
Friday, November 21, 4-9pm
Willys-Knight Gallery Holiday Open House
Willys-Knight Gallery Holiday Open House
39 Main St, College Corner OH 45003
Art Shop participants: Sondra Karipides, Regina Simas, Jeanne Sipahigil
In the Community
Friday, December 5, 10am-6:30pm
Holiday 2014 Art Sale
Holiday 2014 Art Sale
Miami University, Armstrong Center, Shade Family Room
500 E. Spring St, Oxford OH
Art Shop participants: Marjorie Bowers, Regina Simas
In the Community
Friday, December 5 - Sunday, December 21
Daily 10am-6pm
Barker Ornaments Christmas Open House
Barker Ornaments, 5815 Brown Rd, Oxford OH
Art Shop participant: Marjorie Bowers
In the Community
Saturday, December 6, 9am-4pm
Holiday Craft Market
Holiday Craft Market
Presented by Talawanda Band Boosters
Oxford Community Arts Center, 10 S College Ave, Oxford OH
Art Shop participants: Marjorie Bowers, Regina Simas
Saturday, December 6, 9am-4pm
Extended Art Shop Hours
Extended Art Shop Hours
to coincide with the Holiday Craft Market & Oxford Holiday Festival
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FebruaryArt Shop Gets a Facelift
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2nd Friday, May 10, 6-9pm
2nd Friday, September 13, 7pm
2012
Make It - Take It
Art Shop artists offer free workshops as part of the 2nd Friday festivities
Art Shop artists offer free workshops as part of the 2nd Friday festivities
CHEESEmaking with ArtistryFarm • floral still life drawing with Marjorie Bowers • stamped clay pendants with Sondra Karipides • basket weaving with Jeanne Sipahigil
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Tuesday, August 27, 6pm @ Uptown Park
Shakespeare in the Park
The fun begins at 6:00 with activities for all ages
Celebrate art, Shakespeare, theatre & the Oxford community
Visit the Art Shop table for activities & a BIG announcement
At 7:00 enjoy a free performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, presented by Oxford Visitors Bureau & OCAC
Shakespeare in the Park
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Celebrate art, Shakespeare, theatre & the Oxford community
Visit the Art Shop table for activities & a BIG announcement
At 7:00 enjoy a free performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, presented by Oxford Visitors Bureau & OCAC
Wednesday, August 28, 3-6pm
Art Shop Grand Re-Opening Celebration
Art Shop Grand Re-Opening Celebration
We officially kick off our grand re-opening with an open house to showcase our new look & publicly thank Art Shop member Bob Pricer for his design and construction of the custom shelving that makes for a better browsing experience. Come take a gander at all Art Shop has to offer, grab a nosh, chat with our artists, and take a free "bite sized" art class with a member of Art Shop.
Wednesday, August 28, 3-6pm
Art Bites: Adult Workshops
Free "bite sized" adult art classes taught by Art Shop artists
3:00 (45 min) Paper journal binding with Pamela Howard
3:30 (30 min) Explore Rorschach ink blots with ArtistryFarm
4:00 (30 min) Macramé key fobs with Wendy Richardson
4:30 (30 min) Coloring note cards with Jim Rubenstein
5:00 (30 min) Drawing flowers with Marjorie Bowers
5:30 (30 min) Stamped clay soap dishes with Sondra Karipides
find the full schedule of Art Bites at the OCAC facebook page
Art Bites: Adult Workshops
Free "bite sized" adult art classes taught by Art Shop artists
3:00 (45 min) Paper journal binding with Pamela Howard
3:30 (30 min) Explore Rorschach ink blots with ArtistryFarm
4:00 (30 min) Macramé key fobs with Wendy Richardson
4:30 (30 min) Coloring note cards with Jim Rubenstein
5:00 (30 min) Drawing flowers with Marjorie Bowers
5:30 (30 min) Stamped clay soap dishes with Sondra Karipides
find the full schedule of Art Bites at the OCAC facebook page
2nd Friday, September 13, 7pm
Unveiling: Art Shop Transom
Art Shop has commissioned artist Sylvia McQueen Schibley from Brownsville, IN to create a custom stained glass window for the transom above our shop door at OCAC. To our delighted surprise, Sylvia offered to donate both the completed window and her time & materials. Thank you Sylvia! View the work in progress on our transom page.
October
Now Open: Art Shop Annex
a quintessential selection of locally crafted art & gifts @ Oxford Visitors Bureau
We are pleased to now offer a selection of Art Shop items for sale at Oxford Visitors Bureau, 14 W. Park Pl, Ste C, at the NW corner of Uptown Park. We send grateful thanks to the Visitors Bureau staff for providing us space and handling Annex sales. Art Shop artists will donate 20% of all Art Shop Annex sales to support the Oxford Summer Music Festival.
November 1-30 @ Oxford Lane Library
Artists' Showcase
During the month of November an exhibition of work by Art Shop members will be on display in the glass showcase inside the lobby at Oxford Lane Library, 15 S College Ave, across the street from Oxford Community Arts Center.
Saturday, Nov 5, 10am-2pm
Artists' Showcase
Artists' Showcase
Community Room, Oxford Lane Library
A free, all-ages event at Oxford Lane Library. Art Shop members present live demonstrations of their handiwork, share snacks, and display work in the glass showcase in the library lobby.
Marjorie Bowers • drawing & watercolor
Sondra Karipides • watercolor batik
Odd Bird Studio • upcycled paper ornaments
Wendy Richardson • macramé jewelry
Jim Rubenstein • painting on weathered wood
Jeanne Sipahigil • basket woven stars
A free, all-ages event at Oxford Lane Library. Art Shop members present live demonstrations of their handiwork, share snacks, and display work in the glass showcase in the library lobby.
Marjorie Bowers • drawing & watercolor
Sondra Karipides • watercolor batik
Odd Bird Studio • upcycled paper ornaments
Wendy Richardson • macramé jewelry
Jim Rubenstein • painting on weathered wood
Jeanne Sipahigil • basket woven stars
Sunday, May 1, noon-6pm
Art on the Lawn with Shademakers
Art Shop Co-op artists join OCAC upstairs studio artists and Shademakers Nursery & Landscape for a hands-on outdoor art celebration on the lawn of Oxford Community Arts Center.
It was dismal/dreary weather but there was art on the lawn, art on the porch and in the Art Shop Co-op! Shademakers' bright flowers, colorful artist tents and lively notes from Oxford Gourd and Drum Ensemble brightened spirits, and the area community turned out to supportArt Shop Co-op's first ever Art on the Lawn!
Saturday, May 21, 1-10pm
Oxford Wine & Art Affair
Art Shop Co-op will be represented by 7 of the 11 shop artists with their arts & crafts under tents alongside Ohio wine vendors in the Oxford Uptown Parks.
Saturday, Nov 5, 10am-2pm
Artists' Showcase
Art Shop Co-op artists will display their art in Oxford Lane Library's Lobby Glass Showcase during the month of November.
On Sat, Nov. 5 you can Meet the Artists in the Library meeting room or across the street at Art Shop Co-op.
2009
March
Art Shop Co-op opened
