Art in the Park

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Art in The Park

Art in the Park is an annual tradition started in 1977 by local artists at the Ojai Art Center to give fine artists a place to sell their work alongside the Ojai Music Festival during the Memorial Day weekend. This year’s event will be held May 26th and 27th.Artists interested in exhibiting should download the application and return it to the Ojai Art Center by March 31, 2012. Acceptance letters will be mailed April 20, 2012. Questions should be directed to ojaiartcenter@aol.com.The show is located in beautiful Libbey Park in downtown Ojai across the footbridge that connects the Art Center and Montgomery Street to the Park. Exhibit spaces fill the park with some of the finest artists on the California coast and many from surrounding states as well.Artists are welcome to demonstrate their medium within the confines of their booth adding a sense of festival to the event. Awards are given in categories that include:
  • oil
  • acrylic
  • glass
  • pastel
  • watercolor
  • mixed media
  • graphics
  • wood
  • photography
  • sculpture
  • ceramics
  • fine jewelry

Prizes include

  • $500 for the Best of Show
  • $300 for the Award of Excellence
  • $200 for the Award of Distinction
  • $100 each for three Honorable Mentions

Show hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days.

Nestled amongst the oaks in beautiful Libbey Park (Ojai, California), a natural setting is created to showcase the rich mixture of works in a variety of mediums. Art in the Park has enjoyed a long tradition of displaying quality art. Presented by the Ojai Art Center, the oldest non-profit art center in California, the festival attracts artists from near and far. The relaxed atmosphere and approachable artists draws crowds (between 3,000 – 5,000) from Ojai and neighboring communities.

In addition to the fine art exhibits, Art in the Park  has expanded to include the following areas which are available for sponsorship:

Young Patrons Gallery – Devoted exclusively to children, this tented gallery features artwork donated by local artists. Docents help children experience the thrill of selecting their first piece of art in a gallery-like setting.

High School Student Exhibition Area – Art in the Park provides high school art students the opportunity to interact with the public and sell their art pieces. Students gain great real-life experience creating their displays, marketing their works and making what is often their first (of many!) sale.

Youth Art Workshops – Hands on workshops taught by local artists help children learn special techniques. A variety of mediums are represented and can include: acrylic, pastel, watercolor, glass, wood and ceramics. It’s magical to see young faces as they create their own works of art.

Art Demonstrations for Adults – Workshops are not offered only for children, adults also take advantage of learning from the best. Whether novice or professional, the art demonstrations have encouraged and embellished many artists’ style.

Food Lounge – Take in the local flavor by tasting some fun and fancy culinary treats.

Wine Tasting Pavilion – In addition to fine art, the festival will share some of the local fine wine which can be enjoyed by adults as part of the Ojai experience.

Music Venue – Take a break from the art exhibits and relax under the oaks while listening to some of the best musicians in the area.

Whether an artist or an art lover, plan ahead and take part in an Ojai tradition: Art in the Park, Fine art in a fine place!

Winners of 2011 Art in the Park:

First Place: Mark Stephenson, Photography

Second Place - Robert Roemisch, Wood Crafter

Third Place - Sandhi Schimmel Gold, Mixed Media

Honorable mention – Catlin Blair Harvey, Jewelry

Honorable mention – Judy Winard, Ceramics

Honorable mention – Jeff Owen, Metal Sculpture

Hannie Goldgewicht's Ceramic and Reed Vessels Winner of Best of Show 2010

Podcast of Art in the Park interview with Director Teri Mettala

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