Oklahoma Contemporary is committed to creating meaningful connections between veterans, active-duty military personnel and the world of contemporary art. With veterans comprising approximately 10% of Oklahoma’s adult population, and many active-duty service members calling our state home, the arts center recognizes the importance of fostering creativity, community and well-being through the arts.
Engaging in studio practice offers a powerful way for veterans and active-duty military personnel to connect with one another, express themselves and explore new forms of creativity. Research shows that the arts help build resilience, strengthen coping skills and improve self-esteem and overall well-being.
Oklahoma Contemporary’s program is designed to support participants at every stage of their creative journey, employing expert teaching artists and university faculty to provide guidance in the technical, intellectual and artistic aspects of studio practice. Whether exploring art for personal growth or professional development, veterans and active-duty military members will find a welcoming and supportive space to create, connect and thrive.
Join us for spring term!
April 5-June 2
Registration Opens:
Members: Feb. 24, 10 a.m.
Non Members: March 3, 10 a.m.
Four-Week Class | Creative Foundations for Veterans - Sculpting Animals
- Date 6-8:30 p.m., Tuesdays, April 8-29
- Cost free to military veterans
- Location Main Building | Howard Family Charitable Foundation Studio 3
- Instructor / Presenter Claire Holloway
- Age Requirements 18+
- Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
This class is only available to military veterans. This free four-week class is available exclusively to military veterans. You'll learn to sculpt animals using polymer clay. Basic animal anatomy will be introduced as well as painting techniques to finish your sculpture. Enrollment is limited, and approved applicants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Download your course syllabus here.
• If one class is postponed due to weather or unforeseen instructor circumstances, the rain date is May 6.
Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio.
Eight-Week Class | Creative Foundations for Veterans
- Date 2-4:30 p.m., Sundays, April 13-June 15
- Cost free to military veterans
- Location The Studios | Flex Studio
- Instructor / Presenter Claire Holloway
- Age Requirements 18+
- Contact studioschool@okcontemp.org
No class on April 20 or May 25.
This class is only available to military veterans.
This free 8-week class is available exclusively to military veterans. Explore the fundamentals of creating and understanding art alongside other veterans. Course projects vary according to semester and instructor, but generally include ceramics, drawing and painting. No previous art experience is necessary, but a simple application form is required. Enrollment is limited, and approved applicants will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
APPLY HERE
• Download your course syllabus here.
• If one class is postponed due to weather or unforeseen instructor circumstances, the rain date is June 22.
Open Studio time is included with registration. Open Studio allows currently enrolled students to work on their projects in Oklahoma Contemporary’s studios outside of class meetings. Availability varies weekly, and times are posted outside each studio.
