At OPAL we believe in the freedom of expression and the importance of the creative voice. Since 1921 we have sustained an environment to develop, nurture and exhibit the work of local artists, past and present.
We honor a rich history and commemorate the role OPAL has played in bringing art and to the community in past years by keeping our traditions alive and further expanding our role in the community. OPAL continues to be a place for everyone to explore their creativity and develop their voice. Throughout the year we offer exciting art courses for adults and children, workshops, open studios and lecture series as well as opportunities for artists of any age or skill level to exhibit their work. We will be mounting a National juried exhibit in the fall of 2011, as a highlight to our anniversary year and there are many other exciting new events and monthly exhibits planned that you can be involved with.
The Oak Park Art League is a wonderful place to learn something new, express yourself and make some new friends! Join us and be a part of what’s happening at OPAL!
We honor a rich history and commemorate the role OPAL has played in bringing art and to the community in past years by keeping our traditions alive and further expanding our role in the community. OPAL continues to be a place for everyone to explore their creativity and develop their voice. Throughout the year we offer exciting art courses for adults and children, workshops, open studios and lecture series as well as opportunities for artists of any age or skill level to exhibit their work. We will be mounting a National juried exhibit in the fall of 2011, as a highlight to our anniversary year and there are many other exciting new events and monthly exhibits planned that you can be involved with.
The Oak Park Art League is a wonderful place to learn something new, express yourself and make some new friends! Join us and be a part of what’s happening at OPAL!
History Learn about the origin of The Oak Park Art League and our 90 years in the community
Board of Directors Meet our volunteer Board
Archives Dig into more OPAL history with images from our scrapbooks and Newsletters from our 90th year
Virtual Tour Take a look around OPAL right from your desktop
Permanent Collection View the paintings donated by Artist Members dating back to 1912
Board of Directors Meet our volunteer Board
Archives Dig into more OPAL history with images from our scrapbooks and Newsletters from our 90th year
Virtual Tour Take a look around OPAL right from your desktop
Permanent Collection View the paintings donated by Artist Members dating back to 1912
OPAL Staff
Executive Director: Faith Humphrey-Hill
Assistant Director: Bryan Northup
Lead Intern: Cary Pohlhammer
OPAL FY11 Accomplishments at a glance
- New Board President
- The Board Committees were expanded with a more formal structure.
- Designed new website with shopping cart capability
- Began additional free programs such as Plein Air Painting, and Open Critiques
- Scheduled Children’s workshops
- Partnered with area organizations to expand and enhance programming.
- Established art demonstrations as part of our opening receptions
Goals for FY12
Celebrate our 90th anniversary with the following events:
- Host the Carriage House National Exhibition
- Brick-a-Thon Fundraiser
- Two fundraiser dinners are being developed.
- Continued partnerships with the following groups in Oak Park: ArtRageous Oak Park, Oak Park Public Library, Celebrating Seniors Week, Not for profit shared services group and the NFP arts organization shared services forum.
- Continue to advance towards eco-friendly alternatives including a phasing in of energy efficient bulbs in the gallery.
