This very special Artist Open House is celebrating the opening of the BLACK PERSPECTIVE 2 exhibition in honor of Juneteenth. The exhibition was so popular and successful last year, that we are thrilled to have previous exhibitors and new POC artists sharing their vision of Black history, culture, family and community. Come meet the artists and discover the beauty and power of art from the black perspective.
In addition, noted pianist Robert Parker will “tickle the ivories” for everyone’s listening pleasure as visitors to the Gallery meet “Miss Mary”, an upright piano designed by artist BJ Lane as a visual celebration of theater and the performing arts and donated by the Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation. Everyone is welcome to this free event between 5:30 and 8 pm.
Stop by the Brooks Theater Gallery between 5:30–8 PM for a mellow evening of art, conversation, and community. The Artist Open House on Friday, May 9th celebrates NHPI Heritage Month. The artwork in the ON THIS ISLAND exhibition showcases the rich culture, art, and heritage of Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji, Tahiti and the many other Pacific Islands represented in the diverse communities of Oceanside.
Everyone of all ages is welcome to enjoy some tasty Island treats, watch a guest artist at work, chat with artists, and savor the amazing artwork. Drop in between 5:30 – 8 pm to this free event and discover the beauty of the Pacific Islands.
Stop by the Brooks Theater Gallery between 5:30–8 PM for a mellow evening of art, conversation, and community. The Artist Open House on Friday, April 4, celebrates the opening of ABSTRACTION – the Art of the Abstract, an exhibition designed to dazzle the eye and spark the imagination. Is that painting upside down—or are you? Watch a guest artist at work, chat with the artists, and connect with fellow visitors. This free event welcomes everyone—families, friends, tourists, and community members alike. Drop in or stay awhile to relax and enjoy the celebration of art!
Join us for an evening of creativity on Friday, March 7, from 5:30 to 8 PM. Enjoy light refreshments and ambient music as you explore our new exhibition, Strength & Grace: The World of Sports. Meet a guest artist working on a new project, engage in conversations with fellow artists and visitors, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the gallery. This free event welcomes everyone—families, friends, tourists, and community members alike. Drop in or stay awhile to relax and enjoy the celebration of art and sports!
Discover the artists of the Oceanside International Film Festival! Connecting film art and visual art creates a deeper understanding of both the theme and the work of filmmakers. This event offers light refreshments, ambient music, an artist working on a current piece, and a Gallery filled with surf posters, photography and paintings that celebrate the theme. This event is free and everyone is welcome, including children, to drop in Friday, February 7th between 5:30 – 8 pm.
Discover the beauty of the natural world at By Land & By Sea, an Artist Open House on January 10, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm at the Brooks Theater Gallery. This stunning exhibit showcases landscapes and seascapes that have inspired, delighted, and impressed artists from all corners of the globe. Meet the creators and gain insight into how these breathtaking natural sights have shaped their artistry. Enjoy light refreshments, ambient music, watch a guest artist create a piece live, and mingle with artists, families, locals, and art lovers. All are welcome.
Embrace the winter season at the SPIRITED Artist Open House on Friday, December 6, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm at the Brooks Theater Gallery. Presented in collaboration with Oceanside Museum of Art’s Artist Alliance, this exhibit captures the winter spirit in all its forms—from festive holiday scenes to abstract expressions of warmth, joy, and nostalgia. Enjoy light refreshments, ambient music, watch a guest artist creating live, and mingle with artists, families, locals, and art lovers.
This exhibition is the visual partner to OTC’s season production of Stranger Sings!, a parody of the TV show Stranger Things. Imaginations go wild as the Gallery explores all things science fiction! The Artist Open House on Saturday, October 12th from 5:30 pm – 8 pm will offer light refreshments, a guest artist working on a current piece, a create your own alien souvenir, and over 40 pieces of out of this world art!
Join OTC, Cultura Coffee and MadStrange for an afternoon of art, culture, and community. The Raza Art Exhibit 2nd Annual Fundraising event for Kicks for Kids will showcase the diversity and importance of artistic expression in Chicano Culture through poetry, visual art, dance, and music. All proceeds from this event will directly support Cultura Coffee’s annual Kicks for Kids shoe distribution initiative, dedicated to providing essential footwear for our Oceanside youth. Tickets $10.
Celebrate the breath-taking artistic visions of hispanic artists on Friday, September 6 from 5:30-8 pm at the Brooks Theater Gallery. Enjoy light refreshments, watch a guest artist demonstrating their work, and chat with exhibiting artists, families, tourists, Art Walk participants, and art lovers.
