January 2014 Exhibits




From: OCAF
Date:01/11/2014 6:14 PM (GMT-05:00)
To:
Subject: January 2014 Exhibits



Dear Dan,
OCAF has two exhibits opening in January; THE OCAF STORY - The First 20 years and "ITS WHO WE ARE": A Black History Month Exhibit.

Don't miss these two great shows!

Sherry Woodruff
OCAF Office Administrator
 THE OCAF STORY
The First 20 Years  
Main Gallery

Exhibit Schedule:

Saturday, January 11 through Friday, January 31, 2014

A visual history of the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, told in film, pictures and artifacts. The exhibit tells the inspiring story of how a group of volunteers, primarily through self-raised funding and hard work, renovated decaying buildings to create a cultural center for Oconee County and Georgia. Come see the exhibit that shows the fulfillment of a dream and how together something extraordinary can be created!

The video, The OCAF Story 1994 - 2014, will be showing in the Members' Gallery with the exhibit.
Copies of the video are available for
a $20 minimum donation.
Rocket Hall
School Street Studios

  

"ITS WHO WE ARE"
A Black History Month Exhibit 


Exhibit Schedule

Opening Reception:
 


Friday, January 24, 6-8pm

Exhibit Open:
Friday, January 24 through Friday, February 21, 2014 
 
Painter, potter, printmaker, photographer, or any other form of artwork are the mediums by which artists express ideas, feelings, and other important events that have had an influence on their lives. This exhibit celebrates a rich cultural heritage in a wide diversity of artwork.



Call for Entries - Submission Reminder:

The submission deadline for Southworks Juried Art Exhibit 2014 is Friday, February 14. All accepted work will need to be received by Friday, March 21. For a Prospectus & to apply click here.


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Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation                         Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 34 School Street                                                                    10:00am to 4:00pm
Watkinsville, GA  30677
info@ocaf.com
706-769-4565
Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation | PO Box 631 | 34 School St. | Watkinsville | GA | 30677

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