“Orlando’s original art party” is the award-winning 1st Thursdays presented by the Associates, the OMA’s volunteer support group committed to expanding OMA membership and encouraging the appreciation of the visual arts. From 6 - 9 pm on the first Thursday of each month, OMA showcases a new theme with works by local artists, live music, cash bars serving wine, beer and soft drinks, and café offerings from area restaurants.
Admission to 1st Thursdays is free for OMA members, $10 for non-members, and includes access to the OMA's featured exhibitions. Parking is free at Orlando Loch Haven Park and overflow parking is available at the Orlando Science Center's parking garage for $5 per vehicle.
For more information about events or to volunteer at 1st Thursdays, please call 407 896 4231 x260, or click here to email.
Click here to submit work for 2011-2012 season.
2011/2012 Season
Surrealism Lives! November 3, 2011
An examination of André Brenton’s 1924 Le Manifeste du Surréalism, with artists using subconscious sources to produce modern-day interpretations of this art movement that go beyond appearances to a truer reality.
Art Under $200—‘Tis the Season December 1, 2011
Artists ignite a buying frenzy by creating original works of art—priced under $200. The perfect event for art enthusiasts, collectors and gift givers of every sort.
Sculpture—The Ultimate Process January 5, 2012
Central Florida’s sculptors carve, chisel, cast, mold and shape works showcasing the beauty of sculpture and the process necessary to get to the final statue.
From Robots to Warlocks: Sci-Fi and Fantasy Art in the 21st Century February 2, 2012
A comprehensive look at art inspired by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Universes.
Fervent for Flora: Art in the Botanical Realm March 1, 2012
Works in this show depict anything plant based including botanical drawings, photography, paintings, film, interpretations of medicinal or psychotropic effects of plants on the human system, herbs, teas and other plants in social culture, the popularity of various plants throughout history, and so much more.
Nihon: Reflections of a Classic Culture April 5, 2012
An exploration of various Japanese themed arts from ancient to modern.
Full Sail University Show May 3, 2012
This show provides an opportunity for the community to enjoy various art forms created by Full Sail Students, Faculty and Alumni.
Francophile: All Things French June 7, 2012
Artists capture what they love about the French or France itself from food, film, wine, literature, perfume, music, art and architecture, fashion, the people to the personality of the country.
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