Spellbound invites you into a realm where imagination and mystery entwine. This exhibition explores the magnetic pull of the unknown, featuring works that evoke wonder, enchantment, and the transformative power of art. From surreal dreamscapes to intricate details that captivate the eye, each piece holds the viewer in a moment of suspended awe—where time slows and curiosity deepens. Spellbound is not just an exhibition, but an immersive journey into the extraordinary, where artists channel the magic that lies just beyond the everyday and remind us of art’s ability to mesmerize, inspire, and transcend.

Entries for this all-media exhibit will be accepted on Tuesday, September 16th from 12-5 PM.

Learn more about entering the exhibit.

The Pointless Sisters Quilt Group returns with new designs to amaze and inspire you! This year’s themes include Favorite Beatles Song and Ethnic Challenge. Be sure to visit our Gallery during this popular annual exhibit.

This exhibit runs through Sunday September 14th. Our gallery is open Sat/Sun 12-4 PM and during events.

A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday, August 23rd from 2-4 PM with live music by West of Malarkey.

Resilience All Media Exhibit

This exhibition seeks to explore the strength of the human spirit, the power of endurance, and the beauty that emerges from struggle. Resilience is found in nature's ability to rebuild, communities uniting in times of hardship, and individuals rising after personal trials. We are looking for work that reflects these themes—art that speaks to survival, adaptation, recovery, and the triumph of hope.

Join us in celebrating the power of resilience through art.

Entries will be accepted on Tuesday June 24th from 12-5 PM by appointment. Learn more.

A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday, July 12th from 2-4 PM, where we will announce the People’s Choice Award Winner.

Entries for this exhibit will be accepted on Tuesday, June 24th from 2-4 PM. Learn more about entering.

Spring Forward: A Celebration in Watercolor

Step into a world awash with color and renewal at Spring Forward, an evocative watercolor exhibition that captures the spirit of transformation. As nature awakens and stretches toward brighter days, each brushstroke celebrates the beauty of new beginnings. From delicate blossoms unfurling to sunlit landscapes in bloom, this collection invites you to embrace the energy and optimism of spring. These luminous works will inspire you to move forward with creativity and hope.

A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday, May 31st from 2-4 PM where we will announce the People’s Choice Award winner.

Entries for this exhibit will be accepted on Tuesday, May 13th. Learn more about entering the exhibit.

BELOW: PEOPLE’S CHOICE Merit Awards:

Sunset on Bodega Bay by Phil Salyer

Exhale by Carol Swanson

Discover the Power of Nature at "Four Elements" – An All Media Exhibition

Step into a world where Earth, Air, Fire, and Water collide and converge in breathtaking harmony. Four Elements is a bold, multi-sensory art exhibit that celebrates the raw beauty and untamed spirit of the natural world. Featuring works from visionary artists, this exhibit invites you to explore the delicate balance and fierce energy of the elements that shape our lives.

From ethereal air-inspired installations to fiery displays of passion and power, each piece tells a story of creation, destruction, and rebirth. Dive into the depths of water’s fluid grace and feel the grounding strength of earth beneath your feet.

Our Gallery is open every Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 4pm and before OCA performances and during intermission. Please VOTE for your favorite creation, while you are here and visit our GIFT SHOP filed with creations by member artists.

OCA Gallery presents “A Body of Work”, an exhibition of figure drawings. The gallery is open to the public Saturdays and Sundays from Noon to 4pm, and during OCA live music events.

Ever since the world began, there’s been a brown eyed handsome man, and someone has been drawing him.

Among the most ancient surviving examples of art there are representations of the human form, figure drawing, in the caves of Lascaux in Southern France, dating from 8000 – 7000 BCE.  

More recently, figure drawing, painting and sculpture are a tradition throughout the history of art, and an important, challenging, and rewarding part of art education.  

The members of the drawing groups at OCA continue in that tradition, capturing and interpreting the human figure in various and fascinating ways.  Come see what these artists have been up to at our annual Figure Drawing exhibit, “A Body of Work.”

Get Up, Stand Up - Honoring Black History Month

This show features a private Black History collection of Raynetta James of Forestville, as well as original contemporary art by local artists.

Raynetta James lived through the Civil Rights movement that grew out of the 1940s into the 1950s, 60s and 70s, and was inspired to collect examples of the influence black people have on the history of the United States. From oppression through resistance using political and social will, the movement to end racial segregation and discrimination changed laws and practices for decades. This show enlightens, educates, and emotionally moves viewers with its impact. Raynetta has been a member of OCA for over a decade and volunteers as one of our fundraising champions. We’re honored to display her collection at this exhibit.

“Owls” Exhibit September 2 - October 15, 2023

Don’t miss this special exhibit entitled “Owls” presented by local artists The Sonoma 5 Artist Collective! Featuring artists Omar Mueller, Charlie Pendergast, Tamsin Smith, Walt Morton and Jane Manning. Exhibit is open to the public Saturdays and Sundays 12-4 PM, and to audiences during OCA events.

BELOW is a sample of artists’ creations.

OCA Members Exhibit - August 5 - 27, 2023

OCA members share their creations in a variety of media. Our community is absolutely bursting with talent and creative expression - come enjoy what they have to share in our Annual Members’ Exhibit!

A reception with the artists was held on Saturday, August 19th from 2-4 PM, where visitors to the gallery voted for our the People's Choice Awards. SEE BELOW. Please visit the gallery to see all 59 works of art in a broad spectrum of media and genres.

To enter the exhibit, click here.

Pointless Sisters Quilt Exhibit June 4 - July 30, 2023

The Pointless Sisters Art Quilt Group returns for their annual exhibit of exquisite creations. The exhibit opens on Sunday, June 4th and runs through Sunday, July 30th. Our Gallery is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12-4 PM, and during intermission at our events. A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday, June 24th from 2-4 PM.

Silver Linings II is an art exhibit of active senior’s creative art works of all media. Most of these have been made in the older adult program classes through the Santa Rosa JC. There are artists of all levels in this group, from professionals to beginners including works of the instructors. The show runs from April 1 through April 30 with a reception with the artists April 15, 2-4pm. For more information about these art classes see https://older-adults.santarosa.edu/.

JOIN US for Reception with the artists Saturday, April 15, 2-4 PM. People’s Choice Awards will be presented to the winning artists. Snacks & Beverages served.

OCA is proud to present an all media exhibition of works by Sonoma County artists honoring women’s struggles, perseverance and achievements throughout time.

A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday, March 18th from 2-4 PM. People’s Choice Awards will be presented during the reception.

Artists in this exhibit:

Ceylan Crow

Saroj Heron

John James

Sharon Cahn

Nancy Kees Dunn

Judith Kinsey

Di Starr

Vesta Copestakes

Jessica Morell

OCA is proud to present an all new exhibition of Figure Drawings!

This exhibit includes a variety of media from our incredibly talented Sonoma County artists.

A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday February 18th from 2-4 PM. People’s Choice Award will be presented at that time. Visit our gallery on Saturdays or Sundays 12-4 PM and during event intermissions to cast your vote for the winning entry!

“Glitter, Glitz and Glamour” Exhibition

Get ready for a sparkly, glamorous exhibit of works by Sonoma County artists!

This is an all-media exhibit. Our gallery is open from 12-4 on Saturdays and Sundays. This exhibition runs December 10, 2022 through Jan. 29. 2023.

Congratulations to Omar Mueller, Winner of the People’s Choice Award! Pictured below is his painting, “Valentina”, with the model.

Members, show us your artwork!

OCA members present a diverse exhibit with a variety of media.

To enter this exhibit, you must be an OCA Member. Read more about becoming a member or complete our application online.

A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday August 20th from 2-4 PM. People’s Choice Award winners will be announced during the reception. Visit the gallery before August 20th to vote for your favorite entry!

 OCA Gallery Proudly Presents

Pointless Sisters ~ Quilt Exhibition

June 4 - July 31, 2022

Open Sat/Sun 12-4 PM and during events

Open Reception Saturday June 25th 2-4 PM

Once again, a spectacular collection of contemporary art quilts! This renowned Sonoma County-based group, uses traditional and novel techniques to lovingly create one-of-a-kind fabric art masterpieces.  The colors, the designs, the impact are unforgettable. This year’s challenges: ‘Music’ and ‘Bugs’. Plus more!

Win this quilt! Learn about our raffle fundraiser.

OCA’s Figure Drawing artists share their latest works in this diverse exhibit! Enjoy work in a variety of media presented by our Figure Drawing Groups.

The art gallery is open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from Noon to 4 pm, and during intermission at OCA events.

A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday, May 14th from 2-4 PM. People’s Choice Awards will be presented at 3:30 PM on 5/14/22. Visit the gallery before then to cast your vote!

Artists in this exhibit:

Andy Rangel

David R. Brown

Robin Allison

John James

David Waslh

Sonia Betts

Christopher Newhard

Saroj Heron

Rebecca Rubin

Kathy McKnight

Rob Cooper

Gerald Dixon

Diane Knopf

Gail Foulkes

Laura Williams

Phil Salyer

Deborah Cushman

Amy Levine

Stanley Mouse

Branka Harris

Connie Bowen

Richard Wisinski

Additional details will be posted soon.

Students from Salmon Creek Charter School in Occidental share their latest artwork with the community. Visit our gallery on Saturdays and Sundays between Noon and 4 pm, and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award! Winners announced during the artists reception on Saturday April 16th, 2-4 PM.

Additional details about this exhibit will be posted soon.

OCA Gallery presents works by multi-talented OCA member, musician and artist Daniel Celidore. The gallery is open on Saturdays and Sundays from Noon to 4 pm.

In addition to creating fine art, Daniel is an accomplished oboist and will be performing on Sunday March 20th as part of the “Winterlude” benefit concert at OCA.

This art exhibit includes works that inspired some of the music that will be performed during “Winterlude”. Two of the musical compositions written by Mazdak Khamda that will be performed during “Winterlude” were inspired by art pieces in this exhibit, “Andromeda Eyes”, and “Icon”.

Click here to read more about Winterlude or get tickets.

Artist Statement:

Much of my art work was inspired by Islamic Art, its patterns and geometry.

Cathedrals were another inspiration, and the wallpaper of William Morris. I also adopted symbols in my art like the enneagram, representing process in time; the cross, representing the place where spirit and material meet, that is: humans, animals, plants, the dimension in which we live. There are leaf patterns and colors, masks representing human emotion, and patterns of abstracted wildlife such as paper cranes. There are other emergent geometrical shapes. I have translated my art into laser cut steel, paper, and aluminum prints, silk scarves and wall hangings, and designed sculptures that feature the patterns I have created.

Poet Neal Grace reflects on Daniel Celidore’s Artwork:

Daniel’s eclectic artistic styles are an experience to behold. Using various media, he captures a cosmic mystery and energy through a dazzling palette of colors and assorted sculptures that mirror the beauty in Nature. His profound works demand contemplation. They evoke emotions buried deep inside. The more we gaze up

OCA is proud to present an all-media exhibit by Sonoma County artists, along with artwork created by the students of Salmon Creek School and a special private collection of artifacts and memorabilia.

A reception with the artists will be held on Saturday, February 19th from 2-4 PM. The “People’s Choice Awards” for best in show will be presented at 3:30 PM during the reception.

Visit our gallery before 3PM on 2/19 to cast your vote for best artwork!

Contact us with any questions.

Exhibit extended to January 30th!

Spirit has existed since the beginning of time, transcending all barriers and uniting everything. Manifesting itself in many ways, Spirit has commonly been defined as the force within a person or non-material essence that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power. Spirit is everywhere. Enjoy this exhibition of local artists’ expression of spirit!

This exhibit is open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 12-4 PM (closed for the holidays December 25, 26th and Jan 1,2 ). You can also visit the gallery during the intermission of our auditorium concerts.

Join us for the artists’ reception on Saturday, November 27th from 2-4 PM.

Artists in this exhibit:

Jenny Helbraun Abramson

Robin Allison

Beth Anderson

K. Albert Bellucci

Ariana Bloom

Gretchen Butler

Sharon Cahn

Vesta Copestakes

Nancy Kees Dunn

Lorelei Everhart

Patrick Fanning

Jemma Foster

Saroj Heron

Fred Jacobs

Judith Kinsey

Gail Mardfin

Diane Masura

Su McMurtry

Emilie Munsch

Chris Norberg

Tarah Nutter

Lesley Pickford

Phil Salyer

Eve Sheehan

Aaron Shook

Tim Stires

Rakshika Thakor