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 during the Memorial Day weekend.

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:

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.

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

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!

Art in the Park takes place Saturday and Sunday each Memorial Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Ojai’s Libbey Park

Artists interested in exhibiting should download the application and return it to the Ojai Art Center by the end of March. Acceptance letters will be mailed end of April. 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