Attendees and OAG members agreed that the SouthState Bank Show was one of the most gratifying exhibitions we had. Patrons not only studied our artworks but some posed questions to the artists. We greatly appreciate all the efforts that the planning and preparations team made behind the scenes, and especially Monica Coburn for her technical… Continue reading South State Bank Exhibit-2026
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2026 Annual Members’ Exhibit
More than 50 people, the artists, their friends, and art patrons enjoyed an afternoon of friendship and art, celebrating the Opening Reception of the Annual Members’ Exhibit, “Magic Moments”. Linda DeLuca entertained us with beautiful piano arrangements. Jose Rodriguez judged the show and congratulated artists on the fine artwork submitted. Thank you to exhibit chairpersons… Continue reading 2026 Annual Members’ Exhibit
Artist of the Month
A drawing is held to select an Artist of the Month to display a selection of their works in a space reserved for Ocala Art Group at Chelsea Art Center. A brief Bio and a Photo of the artist are included with the display. FEBRUARY-MARCH 2026 – MICHELLE CURRY DECEMBER-JANUARY 2026 – MONICA COBURN NOVEMBER… Continue reading Artist of the Month
Harn Museum Tour
Fifteen members and guests carpooled to Gainesville to visit the Harn Museum of Art. OAG President, Michelle Curry, had prepared for our group a very informative docent tour of the French Modern Art Exhibit. Member Ruth Dexheimer, who is a docent at the Appleton Museum of Art, added occasional comments to further our appreciation of… Continue reading Harn Museum Tour
Appleton Museum Of Art Tour
August 13, 2025 OAG member and Appleton Docent, Ruth Dexheimer, provided an insightful tour of currently featured Museum exhibits for an appreciative audience of about 20 OAG members. The tour included OAG member John D. Elliott’s solo exhibit in the balcony space reserved for renowned Florida artists. John’s photographic exhibit opened in June 2025 and… Continue reading Appleton Museum Of Art Tour
City of Ocala Proclamation
75th Anniversary of Founding of Ocala Art Group February 4, 2025 Representatives of Ocala Art Group proudly accept the Proclamation recognizing important and valued contributions to the community cultural presence since 1950, through the 90 members today, and the thousands of members over the past decades. Click here to watch the video of the presentation.
75th Anniversary February 1, 2025
Our Celebration of Ocala Art Group’s 75th Anniversary was a huge success. More than 70 supportive guests, members, and VIPs attended, with many expressing delight at the excellent artwork, program, music, art demonstration, and refreshments. A huge kudos to Chelsea Art Center for the fabulous venue and the members who all came together as a… Continue reading 75th Anniversary February 1, 2025
75th Anniversary Podcast
Sean Thomas’ Ocala Arts & Entertainment Podcast Co-host Ruby Boddie interviews President Lee Asta, Virginia Kinsell, Karen McKeon, and John Elliott. Link to the Podcast is below. Or click here.
75th Anniversary Exhibit
CALL to ARTISTS APPLICATION FORM (fillable)