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Highlighting the Work of Ernest Withers: Featured in the Exhibition, "Revelations"

We got a request on Instagram to show works by photographer, Ernest Withers, and we’re delivering!… Read More about Highlighting the Work of Ernest Withers: Featured in the Exhibition, "Revelations"

Explore the exhibition What Music is Within: Black Abstraction from the Permanent Collection through this abstract collage activity inspired by Eugene Martin. Use shape, color and line to create a… Read More about O-riginal Art Activities: Geometric Abstract Collage Inspired by Eugene Martin

It’s the first day of Spring! To celebrate the new season, the O is highlighting the work of Bricolage Academy students in our Artist and Sense of Place Residency… Read More about Spring is Here! Flora And Fauna of Louisiana

In honor of Women’s History Month we are highlighting the work of Minnie Evans, featured in our exhibition, What Music is Within: Black Abstraction from the Permanent Collection. The paintings and… Read More about March Collection Highlight: Exploring the Work of Minnie Evans for Women's History Month

Push the boundaries of traditional painting with Gilliam’s revolutionary 3D format. Combine painting and sculpture in this abstract art. Sam Gilliam was the first artist to create paintings that weren’t… Read More about O-riginal Art Activities: Drape Painting Inspired by Sam Gilliam

Happy International Women’s Day! We are celebrating this important day by highlighting work by women artists from our permanent collection, as well as work on view in our upcoming exhibitions, Revelations:… Read More about Happy International Women’s Day Highlighting Works by Female Artists at the O!